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Property investment stats for Hoddesdon, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Hoddesdon.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Hoddesdon offers a balanced property market, with a strong presence of family households in the 92nd percentile and owner-occupation in the 70th percentile. The area has delivered steady price growth, with a capital growth over one year of 2.3% and a three-year annualised growth of 2.0%. Liquidity remains healthy, as homes spend a median of 53 days on the market and annual sales stand at 475.

Affordability is relatively moderate, with a price-to-income ratio of 6.5 and a rent-to-income ratio of 26.9%. Investors will note a median discount of £6,000 (the typical achieved discount), indicating some room for negotiation on asking prices.

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Key investment stats for Hoddesdon

Median price per sq ft

£446 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.9%

Capital growth (1y)

2.3%

Sales in past year

475

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

Live property stats in Hoddesdon

Live prices in Hoddesdon, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£545,000

25% of properties below...

£310,000

75% of properties below...

£799,125

Most expensive property

£3,250,000

Live listings

528

Median days on market

53

Should you invest in Hoddesdon?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields are attractive, with an average of 5.9% and the top postcode district yielding 6.7%.
  • Family demand is likely to remain robust, given the area's high percentile for family households and steady owner-occupation.
  • The market shows consistent capital growth, with a three-year figure of 6.0%, supporting long-term investment strategies.

Risks

  • The degree-educated population is below the national median, which could limit future demand from higher-earning tenants or buyers.
  • Private rented sector representation is modest at the 42nd percentile, so rental demand growth may not outpace other family-focused areas.
  • Achieved prices are below asking prices by a median of £6,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers are negotiating down.

Outlook

The next twelve months are likely to see continued stability in Hoddesdon, with family demand underpinning both sales and rentals. The balance of owner-occupiers and private renters suggests the area will not experience extreme volatility. Investors should expect further measured capital growth, in line with the recent annualised rate of 2.0%.

Rental yields should remain competitive, especially in the top-performing postcode district with yields of 6.7%. While the market does not promise rapid gains, its liquidity and affordability metrics point to steady, sustainable returns for investors who value reliability over speculation.

Live properties in Hoddesdon

Investment properties in Hoddesdon, East of England

2 bedroom maisonette for sale
39% below median price

£175,000

2 bedroom maisonette for sale

The Precinct, Broxbourne

Properties needing refurbishment in Hoddesdon, East of England
Needs Refurb
1 bedroom flat for sale
On market for 178 days

£210,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom flat for sale

Hillside, Hoddesdon

Slow to sell properties in Hoddesdon, East of England
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 23%

£330,000

3 bedroom flat for sale

Burford Street, Hoddesdon, EN11

Big price drop properties in Hoddesdon, East of England
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom detached house for sale
4,829 sq ft

£1,600,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Yewlands, Hoddesdon

Properties with planning granted in Hoddesdon, East of England
Planning Granted
1 bedroom apartment for sale
41% below median price

£275,000

1 bedroom apartment for sale

High Street, Hoddesdon

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Hoddesdon, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
31% below median price

£390,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Village Close, Hoddesdon, EN11

Auction properties in Hoddesdon, East of England
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £6,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £12,500 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £22,900 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.8%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.9%

Best places to invest in Hoddesdon

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1EN106.7%1.3%£456 / sq ft
2EN116.5%2.2%£435 / 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.