Property investment stats for Hailsham, South East

• Rental yields are attractive for the South East, with an average of 5.0% and the top-performing postcode district offering yields of 5.2%.
• The private rented sector is smaller than average, which means less direct competition for landlords and potentially more loyal tenants.
• Median asking rents for both three-bedroom houses (£1,785) and two-bedroom flats (£766) are accessible, which could support demand from local families and downsizers.

• Capital growth over the past year has changed by -5.6%, which may concern investors seeking short-term appreciation.
• The area has a relatively low proportion of younger adults and professionals, with the population aged 20-30 and professionals both well below the national average, possibly limiting future demand growth.
• With a high owner-occupation rate and fewer private renters, it may be harder to scale a larger rental portfolio here.

Looking ahead, Hailsham is likely to remain a stable market, supported by its older population and above-average owner-occupation. The steady demand for family homes and bungalows should help underpin both sales and rental values, especially given the accessible median price per square foot (£338 per sq ft) and the price-to-income ratio of 6.1.

While rapid capital growth seems unlikely in the short term, the area's annualised growth of 1.7% over the past three years suggests modest long-term gains are possible. Investors should expect slow and steady returns rather than quick wins, but with decent liquidity (43 days) and no median discount (£0 (the typical achieved discount)), the market remains active and realistic. Rental yields are likely to stay appealing for the region, and the lower competition from other landlords could be a real advantage for those willing to build relationships with tenants.