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Property investment stats for Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Hockley and Hawkwell.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Hockley and Hawkwell are established family areas with a strong owner-occupier presence, reflected in the owner-occupied housing being in the 99th percentile nationally. The property market here moves quickly, with homes spending a median of just 33 days before selling, and properties are typically achieving their asking prices, as seen in the £0 (the typical achieved discount) figure. While the area is not known for large numbers of private renters or students, it attracts couples and families, with family households in the 66th percentile. Affordability is middle-of-the-road, with a 7.4 price-to-income ratio and a 29.8% rent-to-income ratio. Median asking prices sit at £465,000 for a three-bedroom house and £280,000 for a two-bedroom flat, with rents for a two-bed flat at £1,400.

Recent capital growth has been modest, with a one-year change of -2.9% and three-year growth of 5.3%, annualised at 1.7%. Rental yields average 3.7%, with the top-performing postcode district offering 4.0%.

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Key investment stats for Hockley and Hawkwell

Median price per sq ft

£404 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.7%

Capital growth (1y)

-2.9%

Sales in past year

206

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Hockley and Hawkwell

Live prices in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£600,000

25% of properties below...

£425,000

75% of properties below...

£750,000

Most expensive property

£2,500,000

Live listings

69

Median days on market

33

Should you invest in Hockley and Hawkwell?

Opportunities

  • The market is highly liquid, with properties selling in a median of 33 days, and homes typically achieving their asking prices, as shown by the £0 (the typical achieved discount) figure.
  • Family demand is strong, with family households in the 66th percentile, supporting stability in the owner-occupier segment.
  • Investors seeking steady rental yields can target the top-performing postcode district, which offers a yield of 4.0%.

Risks

  • Rental demand is limited, as private rented housing is only in the 5th percentile, suggesting a small tenant pool.
  • Recent capital growth has been subdued, with a one-year change of -2.9%, which may limit short-term capital gains.
  • The area's older population (60+ in the 83rd percentile) could mean less future churn and slower demographic-driven growth.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Hockley and Hawkwell are likely to remain stable, with strong owner-occupier demand and a quick-moving sales market. The high proportion of family and couple households supports ongoing stability, but limited private rental stock means investors may face competition for tenants.

Capital growth prospects appear steady rather than spectacular, given the recent three-year annualised growth of 1.7% and the one-year change of -2.9%. Investors should expect moderate rental returns, with average yields at 3.7% and the best postcode district offering 4.0%. Overall, the area looks well-suited to those seeking low volatility and a solid, if unspectacular, return.

Live properties in Hockley and Hawkwell

Investment properties in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England

4 bedroom chalet for sale
22% below median price

£400,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom chalet for sale

Harrogate Road, Hockley

Properties needing refurbishment in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 177 days

£750,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Hawkwell Park Drive, Hockley, SS5

Slow to sell properties in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England
Slow to Sell
9 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 20%

£1,000,000 - Offers Over

9 bedroom detached house for sale

Spa Road, Hockley, SS5

Big price drop properties in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
1,670 sq ft

£600,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Woodside Chase, Hockley

Properties with planning granted in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England
Planning Granted
3 bedroom apartment for sale
41% below median price

£325,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom apartment for sale

Folly Gate, Hockley

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft
4 bedroom detached house for sale
35% below median price

£650,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

68 Woodlands Road, Hockley, Essex, ...

Auction properties in Hockley and Hawkwell, East of England
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Median discounts are small, suggesting a competitive market.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 2.7%

Best places to invest in Hockley and Hawkwell

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SS54.0%1.7%£391 / sq ft

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.