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Property investment stats for Coxheath, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Coxheath.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Coxheath offers a steady environment for property investors, with a market that has seen some shifts over the past year. The area has experienced a change in capital growth over the last twelve months, marked by capital growth of -7.5%, but the longer-term trend is more positive, as shown by three-year capital growth of 5.0% and annualised growth over three years of 1.6%. Homes are being marketed at a median price per square foot of £382 per sq ft, and affordability is reasonable for buyers, reflected in a price-to-income ratio of 5.6. Transaction levels are moderate, with annual sales of 104 and properties spending an average of 74 days before finding a buyer.

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Key investment stats for Coxheath

Median price per sq ft

£382 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

-7.5%

Sales in past year

104

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

Live property stats in Coxheath

Live prices in Coxheath, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£512,500

25% of properties below...

£375,000

75% of properties below...

£750,000

Most expensive property

£9,500,000

Live listings

120

Median days on market

74

Should you invest in Coxheath?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 5.7% in the top-performing postcode district, which is attractive for buy-to-let strategies.
  • The market is showing signs of resilience, as properties are typically achieving their asking prices, with a median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount).
  • The area’s high proportion of owner-occupied homes, in the 87th percentile, suggests stability and lower turnover, which can appeal to long-term investors.

Risks

  • Recent capital growth has changed by -7.5% over the past year, which could signal short-term volatility.
  • The private rental sector is in the 3rd percentile nationally, indicating limited rental stock, which may restrict options for investors focused on lettings.
  • Properties are taking an average of 74 days to sell, suggesting that liquidity is not especially high and it may take time to exit an investment.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Coxheath’s property market is likely to see continued stability, supported by its high owner-occupier base and strong demand from families and couples. While the most recent year has seen a change in capital values, the three-year growth figures of 5.0% and 1.6% point to a more positive medium-term trend. Investors should watch for shifts in supply and demand, as the low proportion of private rented homes could keep rental competition tight but also limit the scale of the rental market.

With asking prices and rents for three-bedroom houses at £425,000 and £1,700 respectively, affordability remains in check for many buyers and tenants. Overall, Coxheath offers a balanced investment proposition, especially for those seeking steady returns and a stable, community-oriented environment.

Live properties in Coxheath

Investment properties in Coxheath, South East

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
26% below median price

£460,000

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

The Valley, Coxheath, Maidstone, Ke...

Properties needing refurbishment in Coxheath, South East
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale
On market for 177 days

£400,000

2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale

Hanover Road, Coxheath

Slow to sell properties in Coxheath, South East
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 14%

£1,200,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Swallows, Heath Road, Maidstone

Big price drop properties in Coxheath, South East
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
1,648 sq ft

£700,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Bridge Manor, Salts Lane, Maidstone

Properties with planning granted in Coxheath, South East
Planning Granted
5 bedroom cottage for sale
51% below median price

£600,000

5 bedroom cottage for sale

Green Lane, Boughton Monchelsea, Ma...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Coxheath, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft
2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale
10% below median price

£290,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale

Orchard Close, Coxheath, Maidstone,...

Auction properties in Coxheath, South East
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Buyers should not expect big bargains — discounts are marginal.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,000 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 1.6%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 2.9%

Best places to invest in Coxheath

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1ME155.7%2.6%£373 / sq ft
2ME175.1%2.4%£390 / 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.