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Property investment stats for Chessington, Surrey

A complete guide to property investment in Chessington.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Chessington offers a blend of suburban stability and family appeal, making it a notable choice for property investors seeking long-term reliability. The area is heavily dominated by families, as seen in its position in the 97th percentile for family households, and owner-occupation is high at the 82nd percentile. With a price-to-income ratio of 6.4 and a rent-to-income ratio of 28.2%, affordability is reasonable for the South East, especially compared to other London-adjacent locations. The typical property spends just 40 days on the market, suggesting decent liquidity and demand.

Rental yields are steady, with a current average of 4.4%, and capital growth over the past three years has annualised at 2.4%, showing Chessington's ability to deliver slow but consistent returns. Recent capital growth has changed by -0.4% in the past year, indicating a period of stability rather than rapid appreciation.

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Key investment stats for Chessington

Median price per sq ft

£533 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.4%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.4%

Sales in past year

261

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Chessington

Live prices in Chessington, Surrey

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£500,000

25% of properties below...

£362,500

75% of properties below...

£649,950

Most expensive property

£3,500,000

Live listings

79

Median days on market

40

Should you invest in Chessington?

Opportunities

  • Steady rental yields of 4.4% in the top performing postcode district, offering consistent income potential.
  • High demand from families (97th percentile nationally), which supports stable occupancy and may reduce tenant turnover.
  • Liquidity is reasonable, with properties taking a median of 40 days to sell, suggesting investors can enter and exit the market without major delays.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the last year has changed by -0.4%, highlighting the potential for periods of limited price movement.
  • The private rental sector is relatively small (26th percentile), which may limit options for investors seeking large-scale rental portfolios.
  • Achieved prices are typically £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) below asking price, indicating buyers have some negotiating power and sellers may need to be flexible.

Outlook

Chessington's outlook remains positive for investors who value stability and consistent demand over speculative gains. Family-driven demand is likely to continue, given the area's dominance in this demographic and its high owner-occupation rate. While rapid capital growth is not on the cards, the annualised growth of 2.4% over three years demonstrates Chessington's ability to hold value and deliver incremental returns.

With median asking sale prices of £575,000 for a 3-bedroom house and £320,000 for a 2-bedroom flat, entry costs are within reach for many investors, and rental demand should remain robust. The rental market is not vast, but steady yields and low void risks make it a solid choice for those seeking lower volatility. Investors should expect Chessington to remain a slow-and-steady performer, with few surprises — good or bad.

Live properties in Chessington

Investment properties in Chessington, Surrey

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
37% below median price

£550,000

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Gilders Road, Chessington, Surrey. ...

Properties needing refurbishment in Chessington, Surrey
Needs Refurb
1 bedroom house for sale
On market for 162 days

£300,000

1 bedroom house for sale

Foxglove Lane, Chessington, KT9

Slow to sell properties in Chessington, Surrey
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 12%

£145,000

1 bedroom flat for sale

Clayton Road, Chessington, Surrey. ...

Big price drop properties in Chessington, Surrey
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom detached house for sale
1,299 sq ft

£700,000

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Chessington Road, West Ewell, Surre...

Properties with planning granted in Chessington, Surrey
Planning Granted
2 bedroom house for sale
49% below median price

£425,000 - Offers in Excess of

2 bedroom house for sale

Mount Road, Chessington, KT9

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Chessington, Surrey
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £19,200 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.4%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.8%

Best places to invest in Chessington

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1KT94.4%2.5%£534 / sq ft

Data sources

GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:

  • HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.

  • Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.

  • Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.

  • GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.

  • Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.

Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.