Property investment stats for Kentish Town, North West London

• Strong rental yields of 4.9% and a top postcode district yield of 5.0% suggest reliable income for landlords.
• The area’s appeal to professionals, students and young adults (with population percentiles in the 90s) supports ongoing tenant demand.
• A high annual sales volume of 286 and a days-on-market figure of 78 days indicate decent liquidity for those looking to buy or sell.

• The price-to-income ratio of 9.5 and rent-to-income ratio of 39.1% point to affordability pressures for both buyers and tenants.
• The dominance of private and social renting, combined with a very low owner-occupier rate, could make the market more sensitive to changes in rental demand or regulation.
• Achieved prices are typically below asking, with a median gap of £10,000 (the typical achieved discount), hinting at some negotiation power for buyers but possible pricing challenges for sellers.

The next twelve months in Kentish Town are likely to be shaped by the area’s continued popularity with renters and young professionals. Given the recent capital growth of 4.7% over the past year and the annualised growth of 2.5% over three years, investors should expect steady rather than spectacular returns.

Rental demand looks set to remain strong, particularly with the area’s high student and young professional population, but affordability will be a key constraint for both buyers and tenants. Liquidity remains reasonable, as shown by the annual sales of 286 and a days-on-market figure of 78 days. Investors should expect stability in the market, with opportunities for income-focused strategies, but should be mindful of possible regulatory shifts or affordability limits.