Property investment stats for Ferryhill, North East

• The area’s average rental yield of 10.2% and top postcode district rental yield of 9.7% offer the kind of income returns that will catch any investor’s eye.
• Strong recent price growth, with capital growth over 1 year at 15.0% and 3 years at 27.9%, suggests Ferryhill is on the up.
• The median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house of £110,000 and a 2-bedroom flat at £39,950 keep entry costs low, making it accessible for first-time landlords or those looking to expand a portfolio.

• The degree-educated and professional population is in the lowest percentiles nationally, which could limit demand from higher-income tenants or buyers.
• Ferryhill has a high proportion of social rented housing and a low rate of owner-occupation, potentially signalling limited long-term demand from owner-occupiers.
• The area’s unemployment rate sits in the 79th percentile, which may affect tenant stability and rent collection for landlords.

Ferryhill’s affordability and high yields should continue to appeal to income-focused investors, particularly those comfortable with social housing tenants or seeking to build a portfolio in a lower-cost market. With annualised growth over 3 years at 8.5%, the area has demonstrated both resilience and upward momentum.

However, the demographic profile — older population, fewer professionals, and a high share of single-person and social rented households — means capital growth may not keep pace with more aspirational or better-connected markets in the long run. Investors should expect steady rental demand but moderate capital appreciation as the area matures. Liquidity is decent, and the median discount of £2,950 (the typical achieved discount) suggests there is room for negotiation, but not so much that it signals distress. Ferryhill is unlikely to deliver fireworks, but for those seeking yield and affordability, it remains a strong contender.