Property investment stats for Hornsey, North London

• Rental yields are robust, with an average of 4.8%, and even higher in the top postcode district at 5.3%.
• Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending an average of 54 days on the market and annual sales at 531.
• The high proportion of young professionals and private renters provides a steady tenant base and supports rental demand.

• One-year capital growth has changed by -2.1%, and the annualised growth over three years stands at 0.8%, which may give some investors pause if capital appreciation is the primary goal.
• The price-to-income ratio of 7.2 and rent-to-income ratio of 28.8% reflect affordability pressures typical for London, but could limit future price growth.
• Achieved prices are typically £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, suggesting some negotiation is needed and that buyers are price sensitive.

Over the next year, Hornsey is likely to maintain its appeal to young professionals and renters, given its demographic profile and the continued strength of the private rental sector. Rental yields should remain attractive, especially for investors targeting the top-performing postcode district, where yields reach 5.3%.

While short-term capital growth has changed by -2.1%, the area's stability and high demand from renters suggest it will continue to offer solid prospects for income-focused investors. The volume of annual sales at 531 and average time on the market at 54 days point to a market that is active without being overheated. Investors should keep an eye on affordability metrics, but the fundamentals of demand and supply remain supportive.