Property investment stats for Hastings, South East
A complete guide to property investment in Hastings.
Last updated: 10 January 2026
Investment summary
Hastings offers a distinctive blend of coastal living and investment potential, shaped by its unique demographic and housing mix. The area is notable for a high proportion of private rented homes, sitting in the 83rd percentile, and a relatively low level of owner occupation, which may appeal to investors seeking a strong rental market. Affordability is a key feature, with a price-to-income ratio of 6.0 and a rent-to-income ratio of 27.0%, making it accessible for both buyers and renters. The current median asking sale price for a three-bedroom house is £349,950, while the median rent for the same property is £1,525.
Liquidity is reasonable, with annual sales at 1,189 and properties spending an average of 78 days on the market. Investors should note a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting some negotiation room on price.
Key investment stats for Hastings
Median price per sq ft
£319 / sq ft
Average rental yield
5.7%
Capital growth (1y)
-0.4%
Sales in past year
1,189
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Hastings
Live prices in Hastings, South East
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£319,998
25% of properties below...
£220,000
75% of properties below...
£437,500
Most expensive property
£2,000,000
Live listings
1,034
Median days on market
78
Should you invest in Hastings?
Opportunities
- Rental yields are attractive, with an average of 5.7% and a top postcode district yield of 6.6%, which stands out for this region.
- The three-year capital growth of 9.9% and annualised growth of 3.2% indicate potential for long-term appreciation.
- High demand for rental properties, evidenced by the private rented housing percentile in the 83rd percentile, suggests a steady tenant pool.
Risks
- Capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.4%, which may concern those seeking short-term gains.
- The area has a relatively high unemployment rate, in the 79th percentile, which could impact tenant reliability or limit further price growth.
- With a large proportion of single occupier households (84th percentile), there may be more turnover and void risk than in areas with more families or couples.
Outlook
Looking ahead, Hastings presents a balanced outlook for investors. While recent capital growth has changed by -0.4%, the three-year performance of 9.9% and annualised growth of 3.2% provide some reassurance for those with a medium- to long-term perspective. The strong presence of private renters and relatively affordable price-to-income and rent-to-income ratios suggest ongoing demand for rental homes.
Liquidity should remain steady, given the annual sales volume of 1,189 and average time on market of 78 days. Investors willing to navigate the risks associated with a high single occupier and private renter population may find Hastings offers both resilience and opportunity in the coming year.
Property market trends in Hastings
Average yield (%)
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
Live properties in Hastings
Investment properties in Hastings, South East
£70,000
1 bedroom flat for sale
Priory Road, Hastings, East Sussex,...
£250,000
3 bedroom maisonette for sale
Mann Street, Hastings, East Sussex,...
£100,000
1 bedroom flat for sale
Mount Pleasant Road, Hastings
£325,000 - Guide Price
5 bedroom terraced house for sale
Devonshire Road, Hastings
£1,365,000 - Guide Price
5 bedroom detached house for sale
Baldslow Down, Hastings
£60,000 - Guide Price
1 bedroom flat for sale
Marine Court, St. Leonards-On-Sea
£85,000 - Guide Price
1 bedroom flat for sale
Terrace Road, St. Leonards, TN37 6B...
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Balanced market
Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £5,000
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £20,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 1.5%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.4%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.8%
Best places to invest in Hastings
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
Nearby and related areas
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.