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Property investment stats for Mablethorpe, East Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Mablethorpe.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Mablethorpe stands out for its recent capital growth, with capital growth over one year of 12.2% and a robust three-year capital growth of 21.3%. The area’s property market has shown steady momentum, with an annualised growth over three years of 6.6%. Asking prices remain relatively affordable, with a median price per square foot of £250 per sq ft, and a price-to-income ratio of 5.8. For those eyeing family homes or downsizer appeal, the current median asking price for a 3-bedroom house is £220,000, while a 2-bedroom flat sits at £134,500.

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Key investment stats for Mablethorpe

Median price per sq ft

£250 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

12.2%

Sales in past year

104

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

Live property stats in Mablethorpe

Live prices in Mablethorpe, East Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£205,000

25% of properties below...

£170,000

75% of properties below...

£254,975

Most expensive property

£499,999

Live listings

203

Median days on market

103

Should you invest in Mablethorpe?

Opportunities

  • The market’s capital growth over one year of 12.2% and three-year growth of 21.3% suggest strong recent momentum for capital gains.
  • There is a notable median discount of £8,450 (the typical achieved discount) on sales, giving buyers room to negotiate.
  • Mablethorpe’s price-to-income ratio of 5.8 keeps it within reach for many buyers, especially compared to pricier urban markets.

Risks

  • Liquidity may be a concern, with annual sales of 104 and an average days on market of 103 days, suggesting homes can take a while to sell.
  • The area is dominated by older residents, with the population aged 60+ in the 99th percentile, and very few families or younger adults, which may limit future demand.
  • The professional and degree-educated population is extremely low, both in the 1st percentile, which could affect long-term economic prospects.

Outlook

The next 12 months in Mablethorpe could see continued steady performance, supported by recent capital growth and relatively low entry prices. The area’s appeal to older buyers and retirees is unlikely to change, given the dominance of the over-60s and the near absence of younger households.

Liquidity may remain a challenge, as properties tend to linger on the market, and the population mix suggests limited organic demand growth from families or professionals. Investors should expect a stable, slow-moving market rather than rapid turnover or surging demand. Realistically, the market’s affordability and recent growth make it attractive for value-driven buyers, but it’s not a hotspot for those seeking fast-paced returns or a vibrant local economy.

Live properties in Mablethorpe

Investment properties in Mablethorpe, East Midlands

3 bedroom flat for sale
On market for 171 days

£170,000

3 bedroom flat for sale

Queens Park Close, Mablethorpe

Slow to sell properties in Mablethorpe, East Midlands
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom park home for sale
Reduced by 21%

£27,500

2 bedroom park home for sale

Mablethorpe

Big price drop properties in Mablethorpe, East Midlands
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
1,524 sq ft

£350,000

4 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

Queens Park Close, Mablethorpe

Properties with planning granted in Mablethorpe, East Midlands
Planning Granted

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Buyer's market

Negotiation is the norm — most buyers achieve a meaningful discount.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £8,450

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 4.2%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 5.9%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 8.6%

Best places to invest in Mablethorpe

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1LN12-5.5%£256 / 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.