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Property investment stats for Greenwich Peninsula, London

A complete guide to property investment in Greenwich Peninsula.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Greenwich Peninsula stands out for its high concentration of young professionals and degree-educated residents, with both groups in the very top percentiles nationally. The area is dominated by private rentals, with owner-occupation unusually low even by London standards; this reflects a transient, aspirational tenant base. Investors will notice a strong average rental yield of 6.0%, which is robust for London, and a high rent-to-income ratio of 42.3%, indicating strong rental demand relative to local incomes.

Despite these positives, recent capital growth has changed by -0.7% over one year and by -5.0% over three years, suggesting that price appreciation has been muted. The median price per square foot is £718 per sq ft, which positions the area firmly in the premium bracket for London. Liquidity is moderate, with properties taking an average of 114 days to sell, and annual sales volume at 126.

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Key investment stats for Greenwich Peninsula

Median price per sq ft

£718 / sq ft

Average rental yield

6.0%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.7%

Sales in past year

126

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

Live property stats in Greenwich Peninsula

Live prices in Greenwich Peninsula, London

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£545,000

25% of properties below...

£450,000

75% of properties below...

£684,999

Most expensive property

£1,750,000

Live listings

328

Median days on market

114

Should you invest in Greenwich Peninsula?

Opportunities

  • The strong rental yield of 6.0% and high rent-to-income ratio of 42.3% highlight robust rental demand, making the area attractive for buy-to-let investors.
  • The population is heavily skewed towards young professionals and degree-educated tenants (both in the 98th percentile or higher), supporting ongoing demand for high-quality rental properties.
  • The dominance of private renting (in the 97th percentile) and low owner-occupation suggest stable tenant turnover with minimal void risk for landlords.

Risks

  • Capital growth has changed by -0.7% over the past year and by -1.7% per year over three years, raising questions about short-term price appreciation.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 8.0 and high median price per square foot of £718 per sq ft may limit affordability for both buyers and tenants in the long run.
  • Properties are taking an average of 114 days to sell, which may point to slower liquidity if market conditions shift.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Greenwich Peninsula continues to attract young, highly educated professionals, and the private rental sector is likely to remain dominant. The strong rental yield of 6.0% and high rent-to-income ratio of 42.3% suggest that rental demand should stay resilient, even if capital values remain subdued. Investors should be aware that recent capital growth has changed by -0.7% over the past year, with a three-year annualised change of -1.7%, so expectations for short-term price gains should be modest.

The area’s premium pricing — such as a median sale price of £662,498 for a three-bedroom house and £600,000 for a two-bedroom flat — means that affordability will remain a challenge, but this is typical for central London. Liquidity is reasonable, with properties taking an average of 114 days to sell, but investors should keep an eye on any shifts in demand that could impact sales times or achieved prices. Overall, Greenwich Peninsula offers stable, income-focused returns in a market shaped by a young, professional tenant base.

Live properties in Greenwich Peninsula

Investment properties in Greenwich Peninsula, London

4 bedroom penthouse for sale
On market for 178 days

£1,300,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom penthouse for sale

25 Barge Walk, Greenwich, London, S...

Slow to sell properties in Greenwich Peninsula, London
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 20%

£600,000

4 bedroom flat for sale

West Parkside, Greenwich

Big price drop properties in Greenwich Peninsula, London
Big Price Drop
2 bedroom flat for sale
34% below median price

£465,000

2 bedroom flat for sale

Becquerel Court, West Parkside, Lon...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Greenwich Peninsula, London
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £10,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £23,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £38,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.8%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 5.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.3%

Best places to invest in Greenwich Peninsula

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SE105.3%0.0%£711 / 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.