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Property investment stats for Marchwood, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Marchwood.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Marchwood offers a balanced environment for property investors, with a strong presence of owner-occupiers and a high proportion of couples and families. The area has seen capital values change by -1.5% over the last year, but over a three-year period, growth stands at 8.1%, which annualises to 2.6%. The median price per square foot is £378 per sq ft, and the price-to-income ratio of 5.5 suggests relative affordability compared to many areas in the South East. Liquidity is moderate, with 75 properties sold in the last year and homes typically spending 86 days on the market.

Discounts on asking prices are common, with a median achieved price £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, which may offer room for negotiation for buyers.

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Key investment stats for Marchwood

Median price per sq ft

£378 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

-1.5%

Sales in past year

75

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

Live property stats in Marchwood

Live prices in Marchwood, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£345,000

25% of properties below...

£264,225

75% of properties below...

£495,000

Most expensive property

£2,250,000

Live listings

43

Median days on market

86

Should you invest in Marchwood?

Opportunities

  • The top postcode district offers rental yields of 4.7%, which is appealing for investors seeking income.
  • The median asking rent for a two-bedroom flat is £1,250, supporting steady rental demand.
  • The area’s high proportion of couples and families, in the 99th and 54th percentiles respectively, provides a stable tenant base for family homes.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the past year has changed by -1.5%, so short-term appreciation has been limited.
  • Properties spend an average of 86 days on the market, indicating that sales may take time to complete.
  • A median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) suggests buyers expect to negotiate on price, which could affect returns if you need to sell quickly.

Outlook

Marchwood’s outlook for the next year is steady, with a foundation of relative affordability and a dependable local demographic. The three-year capital growth figure of 8.1% shows that the area has potential for longer-term appreciation, even if short-term changes have been more muted. The robust owner-occupier base and high family presence should help support demand for both sales and rentals.

Investors can expect moderate liquidity, with properties not flying off the shelves but moving at a reasonable pace. The consistent rental yields of 4.7% and achievable discounts on purchase provide opportunities for those willing to negotiate and take a medium-term view. Overall, Marchwood presents a cautious but positive environment for investors who value stability and income over rapid capital gains.

Live properties in Marchwood

Investment properties in Marchwood, South East

3 bedroom terraced house for sale
On market for 176 days

£275,000

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Rosewood Gardens, Marchwood, Southa...

Slow to sell properties in Marchwood, South East
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom town house for sale
34% below median price

£369,950

3 bedroom town house for sale

St. Contest Way, SO40

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Marchwood, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft
4 bedroom detached house for sale
31% below median price

£290,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Aaron Court, Marchwood, Southampton...

Auction properties in Marchwood, South East
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Discounts exist, but they won't transform deal economics on their own.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £8,875 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.7%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.2%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.8%

Best places to invest in Marchwood

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SO404.7%3.6%£380 / 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.