Property investment stats for Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint, South East

• Capital growth has been robust, with values up by 18.4% over three years and annualised growth at 5.8%.
• The top postcode district offers a rental yield of 4.0%, which is as good as it gets locally.
• The median discount of £10,000 (the typical achieved discount) on achieved prices gives buyers some leverage in negotiations.

• Rental yields are only 3.8%, so buy-to-let investors may find better returns elsewhere.
• The market is dominated by owner-occupiers and families, with private renting in the 11th percentile, which can limit rental demand and flexibility.
• The price-to-income ratio of 8.2 means affordability could be a concern if local incomes don’t keep pace with values.

I expect the market in Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint to remain steady over the next year, supported by the area’s appeal to families and professionals. The strong owner-occupier base and low unemployment (20th percentile) provide a solid foundation, while the decent liquidity and annual sales activity should keep things moving.

Rental yields are unlikely to surge, given the dominance of owner-occupiers and limited private rental stock, but capital values could see further gradual uplift if current trends continue. Affordability will be the main pressure point, but with a high proportion of degree-educated residents (78th percentile) and strong professional representation, the local economy looks resilient enough to weather small bumps. Investors should expect steady rather than spectacular returns, but the fundamentals here remain quietly reassuring.