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Property investment stats for Chiswell Green, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Chiswell Green.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Chiswell Green offers a snapshot of stability, with owner-occupied homes in the 94th percentile and families making up a large share of local households. The area’s housing market moves at a moderate pace, with homes spending an average of 58 days on the market, and annual sales sitting at 71. The local population skews older, with those aged 60 and above in the 76th percentile, while the presence of young adults and singles is relatively low. Prices reflect this demographic, with the current median asking price for a three-bedroom house at £627,500 and two-bedroom flats at £320,000.

Rental yields are modest at 3.0%, and the price-to-income ratio sits at 10.3, suggesting affordability is a challenge for some buyers. The rent-to-income ratio of 30.6% also points to a market where tenants are likely to be established professionals or families rather than young renters.

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Key investment stats for Chiswell Green

Median price per sq ft

£546 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.0%

Capital growth (1y)

-8.4%

Sales in past year

71

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

Live property stats in Chiswell Green

Live prices in Chiswell Green, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£700,000

25% of properties below...

£525,000

75% of properties below...

£876,250

Most expensive property

£1,750,000

Live listings

136

Median days on market

58

Should you invest in Chiswell Green?

Opportunities

  • The area’s strong family presence and high owner-occupation rates provide a stable base for long-term investments.
  • The top performing postcode district offers a higher rental yield of 4.9%, which may appeal to investors seeking above-average returns within the area.
  • With a high proportion of professionals and managers in the 86th percentile, demand for quality housing is likely to remain steady.

Risks

  • The recent one-year capital growth has changed by -8.4%, indicating some volatility in short-term values.
  • Modest average rental yields of 3.0% may not meet the expectations of investors seeking high income returns.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 10.3 suggests affordability could be stretched for new buyers, potentially limiting future price growth.

Outlook

The outlook for Chiswell Green is defined by its stability and appeal to families and established professionals. With capital growth over three years at 4.7% and an annualised growth rate of 1.5%, the area has shown a slow but positive trend in property values. While recent short-term figures have changed by -8.4%, the long-term fundamentals remain steady due to high demand from owner-occupiers and a strong professional base.

Investors should expect gradual growth rather than rapid gains, and yields are likely to remain modest unless market dynamics shift. Liquidity is reasonable, with homes taking an average of 58 days to sell, which supports a relatively healthy market environment. The combination of high owner-occupation, strong family orientation, and professional demand suggests Chiswell Green will continue to offer solid, if unspectacular, prospects for those willing to take a long-term view.

Live properties in Chiswell Green

Investment properties in Chiswell Green, East of England

3 bedroom terraced house for sale
24% below median price

£415,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Alder Close, Park Street, St. Alban...

Properties needing refurbishment in Chiswell Green, East of England
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 179 days

£600,000 - Offers Over

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Acers, Park Street, St. Albans, AL2...

Slow to sell properties in Chiswell Green, East of England
Slow to Sell
5 bedroom detached house for sale
3,064 sq ft

£1,500,000 - Offers Over

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Ragged Hall Lane, St. Albans, AL2 3...

Properties with planning granted in Chiswell Green, East of England
Planning Granted
3 bedroom bungalow for sale
34% below median price

£675,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

The Mall, Park Street, St. Albans, ...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Chiswell Green, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft

Best places to invest in Chiswell Green

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1AL24.9%1.5%£516 / 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.