Property investment stats for Higham Ferrers, East Midlands

• The top postcode district offers a rental yield of 5.3%, which is attractive for those seeking income from lettings.
• Properties move relatively quickly, with a days on market of 43 days, making it easier to buy and sell without long waits.
• Discounts are achievable, as shown by the median achieved minus asking price of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), giving buyers a bit of leverage.

• The private rented sector is smaller than average (in the 36th percentile), which might mean less tenant churn but also less flexibility.
• Annual sales are modest (annual sales of 93), so liquidity could be an issue if you need to exit quickly.
• The rental yield across the area is 3.9%, which isn’t the strongest compared to more urban settings.

With a 3-year annualised growth of 2.9%, Higham Ferrers is not a place for those seeking a quick buck, but it does reward steady hands. The family and couple-heavy demographic points to ongoing demand for traditional homes, especially three-bedroom houses, which currently have a median sale price of £270,000 and a median rent of £1,250. Flats are also affordable, with a median sale price of £135,000 and a median rent of £895.

Given the strong owner-occupier base and the reasonable affordability, I’d expect prices to hold up even if wider conditions become less favourable. Investors who value stability, low void risk and a family-friendly environment will find plenty to like here.