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Property investment stats for Fremington, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Fremington.

Last updated: 3 November 2025

Investment summary

Fremington offers a stable setting for property investors, with a track record of consistent growth. Over the past three years, capital values have increased by 19.8%, averaging an annualised gain of 6.2%. The area sees a steady flow of transactions, with 107 sales a year and properties typically spending 77 days on the market. Achieved prices tend to be below asking, with a typical discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount).

Affordability is a consideration, as the price-to-income ratio sits at 6.3, and the median price per square foot is £353 per sq ft. Detached homes and flats are priced at £353,500 and £252,500 respectively, reflecting the area's appeal to established households.

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Key investment stats for Fremington

Median price per sq ft

£353 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

2.5%

Sales in past year

107

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

Live property stats in Fremington

Live prices in Fremington, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£394,975

25% of properties below...

£310,000

75% of properties below...

£543,750

Most expensive property

£3,000,000

Live listings

98

Median days on market

77

Should you invest in Fremington?

Opportunities

  • The three-year capital growth of 19.8% (annualised at 6.2%) signals a robust upward trend for long-term investors.
  • Strong owner-occupier demand, with the area ranking in the 90th percentile for owner-occupied housing, suggests stability and potential for price resilience.
  • Buyers can negotiate, as the median achieved price sits below asking by £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), offering room for value-focused purchases.

Risks

  • Rental yields in the top-performing postcode district are modest at 3.1%, which may limit returns for buy-to-let investors.
  • The private rental sector is small, with the area in just the 3rd percentile, so opportunities for rental growth or tenant turnover are limited.
  • The population skews older, with over-60s in the 92nd percentile, which could affect long-term demand dynamics and market vibrancy.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Fremington is likely to maintain its steady pace, supported by strong owner-occupier demand and a limited rental sector. The high proportion of couples and older residents suggests continued appeal for established households rather than younger buyers or renters.

With properties typically spending 77 days on the market and a history of discounts to asking prices, investors should expect a market that favours patience and negotiation rather than rapid turnover. While rental yields remain modest at 3.1%, capital growth trends offer reassurance for those focused on long-term value. Affordability pressures may temper demand from first-time buyers, but the fundamentals point to ongoing stability for those seeking a low-risk, steady investment.

Live properties in Fremington

Investment properties in Fremington, South West

2 bedroom detached house for sale
29% below median price

£250,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom detached house for sale

Littlemoor Close, Yelland, Barnstap...

Properties needing refurbishment in Fremington, South West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
On market for 175 days

£360,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

Yelland Road, Fremington

Slow to sell properties in Fremington, South West
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
1,100 sq ft

£300,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Merrythorn Road, Fremington, Barnst...

Properties with planning granted in Fremington, South West
Planning Granted
3 bedroom bungalow for sale
48% below median price

£325,000

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Higher Road, Fremington, Barnstaple...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Fremington, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft
2 bedroom terraced house for sale
44% below median price

£150,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

Church Hill, Fremington, Barnstaple

Auction properties in Fremington, South West
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £13,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.8%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.4%

Best places to invest in Fremington

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1EX313.1%4.6%£328 / sq ft

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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.