Property investment stats for Hackney Wick, East London

• Rental yields are attractive for London, sitting at 5.5%, and the top postcode district for yield offers even more at 6.7%.
• The area’s huge concentration of young professionals and degree-educated residents (in the 91st and 96th percentiles) drives strong demand for high-quality rentals.
• With a population aged 20-40 that’s among the highest in Britain, Hackney Wick is positioned to remain a hotspot for tenants seeking vibrant urban living.

• Capital values have changed by -1.9% over the past year and by -2.5% annually over three years, which could concern investors focused on price appreciation.
• The price-to-income ratio is 8.5, which may limit future buyer demand and affordability for owner-occupiers.
• The rent-to-income ratio at 45.3% suggests tenants are stretching to afford current rents, which could cap further rental growth.

Given the strong rental yields of 5.5% and the demographic profile, Hackney Wick remains appealing for landlords who prioritise steady rental income over short-term capital gains. The area’s high proportion of renters and young professionals should keep demand robust, even if capital values remain flat or adjust further.

Liquidity is decent, with homes moving in an average of 91 days and a neutral gap between asking and achieved prices at £0 (the typical achieved discount). While affordability will always be a challenge in this part of London, that is part of the city’s character rather than a warning sign. Over the next year, I expect Hackney Wick to continue attracting tenants and investors who value stability and reliable yields, even if headline growth numbers don’t set pulses racing.