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Property investment stats for Crediton, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Crediton.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Crediton offers a mix of affordability and moderate growth, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.1 suggesting that homes are accessible for local buyers. Over the past three years, the area has experienced annualised growth of 4.5%, indicating steady price increases, though the most recent twelve months have seen prices change by -0.3%. The median price per square foot of £297 per sq ft keeps entry costs relatively manageable compared to many parts of the South West. Liquidity is reasonable, with homes spending 43 days on the market and a total of 127 sales annually.

Discounts on achieved prices are minor, with a median achieved minus asking price of £500 (the typical achieved discount), which means sellers are generally getting close to what they ask for. The demographic profile leans older, with a population aged 60+ in the 83rd percentile, and there is a significant proportion of single occupier households, in the 87th percentile.

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Key investment stats for Crediton

Median price per sq ft

£297 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

-0.3%

Sales in past year

127

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

Live property stats in Crediton

Live prices in Crediton, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£365,000

25% of properties below...

£255,000

75% of properties below...

£475,000

Most expensive property

£1,350,000

Live listings

109

Median days on market

43

Should you invest in Crediton?

Opportunities

  • The affordable price-to-income ratio of 5.1 makes Crediton accessible for both homeowners and investors looking for lower entry costs.
  • Annualised growth of 4.5% over the past three years highlights the potential for capital appreciation.
  • The top local rental yield of 4.0% in EX17 offers a reasonable return for buy-to-let investors.

Risks

  • Short-term price movement, with capital growth of -0.3% over the past year, may indicate a period of market stagnation or adjustment.
  • The area has a relatively high proportion of older residents and single occupier households, which could limit demand growth from families or younger renters.
  • With 127 transactions per year, the market is not especially high volume, which could affect liquidity for investors seeking a quick exit.

Outlook

Crediton’s property market is likely to remain steady in the near term, with affordability and moderate growth underpinning its appeal. The annualised growth of 4.5% over three years suggests resilience, even if the most recent year has seen prices change by -0.3%. Reasonable liquidity, reflected in 43 days and minor discounts to asking prices, adds to its stability.

However, the demographic tilt towards older residents may slow future demand from younger buyers or families. Investors can expect a market that rewards patience, with incremental gains more likely than rapid appreciation. Overall, Crediton offers a balanced mix of opportunity and caution, making it suitable for those with a medium- to long-term perspective.

Live properties in Crediton

Investment properties in Crediton, South West

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

£220,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

High Street, Crediton, EX17

Properties needing refurbishment in Crediton, South West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom apartment for sale
On market for 176 days

£145,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom apartment for sale

High Street, Crediton

Slow to sell properties in Crediton, South West
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 11%

£400,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Chapel Downs Road, Crediton, Devon,...

Big price drop properties in Crediton, South West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom link detached house for sale
1,109 sq ft

£375,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom link detached house for sale

Tuckers Close, Crediton, EX17

Properties with planning granted in Crediton, South West
Planning Granted
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
33% below median price

£235,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

High Street, Crediton, EX17

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Crediton, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Vendors are holding firm; properties tend to sell at close to asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £500

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £14,050 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.4%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.1%

Best places to invest in Crediton

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1EX174.0%4.1%£292 / 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.