Property investment stats for Ingatestone, East of England

• The top postcode district offers a healthy rental yield of 5.9%, which stands out for the area.
• Properties are moving in a reasonable timeframe, with a median of 52 days on the market, suggesting there is still liquidity for sellers.
• The current median asking rent for a two-bedroom flat is £1,495, which is attractive given the relatively low local rental supply (24th percentile for private rented housing).

• Capital growth over the past three years has changed by -2.3%, and the annualised growth figure of -0.8% hints at limited recent appreciation.
• The price-to-income ratio of 8.5 points to stretched affordability, potentially limiting future buyer demand.
• With a median achieved discount of £13,000 (the typical achieved discount), sellers may need to adjust expectations to secure a sale.

Looking ahead, I expect Ingatestone’s property market to remain steady, rather than spectacular. The area’s appeal to established professionals and retirees helps underpin demand, even if younger buyers are less represented. The solid rental yield of 5.9% in the top-performing postcode district may continue to attract investors, particularly as rental supply remains relatively tight.

However, affordability pressures (with a price-to-income ratio of 8.5) could weigh on price growth, and investors should not expect rapid capital appreciation. That said, with properties typically selling in 52 days and a stable local demographic, the market feels resilient. For those seeking reliable, long-term returns rather than quick wins, Ingatestone still makes a persuasive case.