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Property investment stats for Longstanton and Northstowe, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Longstanton and Northstowe.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Longstanton and Northstowe are attracting attention from investors looking for stability and a strong community feel. The area stands out for its high proportion of families and couples, with family households in the 96th percentile and couples in the 93rd percentile compared to the rest of Britain. Owner-occupation is also high, suggesting a settled population, while private renting is less common. The price-to-income ratio of 4.9 hints at relative affordability for buyers, especially for the region.

Sales liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending an average of 63 days on the market and a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount). The current median asking sale price of a 3-bedroom house is £400,000, while the rent for the same is £1,750.

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Key investment stats for Longstanton and Northstowe

Median price per sq ft

£357 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.7%

Capital growth (1y)

-2.9%

Sales in past year

133

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

Live property stats in Longstanton and Northstowe

Live prices in Longstanton and Northstowe, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£424,995

25% of properties below...

£330,000

75% of properties below...

£535,000

Most expensive property

£2,100,000

Live listings

101

Median days on market

63

Should you invest in Longstanton and Northstowe?

Opportunities

  • The area offers strong rental yields of 5.7%, which can be appealing for investors seeking reliable income.
  • The 3-year capital growth of 9.9% (annualised at 3.2%) suggests longer-term price appreciation, despite recent short-term changes.
  • The high proportion of degree-educated residents (in the 89th percentile) and professionals (in the 94th percentile) could underpin continued demand for quality housing.

Risks

  • The 1-year capital growth has changed by -2.9%, so short-term price movements may be volatile.
  • Rental demand may be capped by the relatively low proportion of private renters (in the 40th percentile), limiting rapid rent growth.
  • Liquidity is steady but not brisk, with 133 sales per year and average days on market at 63 days.

Outlook

Looking ahead, the area's family-friendly profile and high owner-occupation suggest a stable base for long-term investment. The price-to-income ratio of 4.9 keeps homes within reach for many, potentially supporting ongoing demand.

Rental yields remain attractive at 5.7%, and the median rent for a 3-bedroom house at £1,750 provides a solid income stream. While short-term capital growth has changed by -2.9%, the three-year figures point to a generally positive trajectory. I expect the next year to bring steady, if unspectacular, performance for investors who value stability and reliable returns.

Live properties in Longstanton and Northstowe

Investment properties in Longstanton and Northstowe, East of England

2 bedroom park home for sale
On market for 177 days

£220,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom park home for sale

Mill Lane, Longstanton

Slow to sell properties in Longstanton and Northstowe, East of England
Slow to Sell
5 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 12%

£875,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Mills Lane, Longstanton, Cambridge,...

Big price drop properties in Longstanton and Northstowe, East of England
Big Price Drop
2 bedroom detached house for sale
55% below median price

£110,000

2 bedroom detached house for sale

Badgers Holt, St Michaels Lane, Lon...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Longstanton and Northstowe, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,500 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £13,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.2%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 1.8%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.1%

Best places to invest in Longstanton and Northstowe

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CB244.7%2.4%£387 / 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.