Property investment stats for Godalming, South East

• Rental yields in Godalming are respectable for the South East, with an average of 5.8%, and the top-performing postcode district offers a yield of 5.4%.
• Three-year capital growth stands at 10.4%, showing that values have moved reliably upwards in recent times.
• The area’s professional and degree-educated population is in the 90th percentile or higher, which supports demand for quality homes and long-term stability.

• The price-to-income ratio of 6.1 means affordability is a challenge, which could limit future price growth or stretch buyers.
• Homes take a median of 64 days to sell, so investors may face longer void periods or slower exits than in hotter markets.
• Rental affordability is a consideration, with the rent-to-income ratio at 19.9%, which could put a cap on how much rents can rise.

Looking ahead, I expect Godalming’s market to continue its steady, unspectacular progress. The three-year annualised growth rate of 3.3% is a good indicator of the area’s long-term resilience. Given the high proportion of professionals and families, demand for quality homes should remain robust, even if affordability remains tight.

Sales volumes at 229 per year and a median sale price for a three-bedroom house of £575,000 show that liquidity is reasonable but not red-hot. Rental yields should stay around current levels, as the market is unlikely to see big swings in tenant demand or supply. In short, Godalming looks like a safe bet for investors who value stability over chasing rapid gains.