Property investment stats for Newport (Isle of Wight), South East

• The average rental yield of 5.6% is attractive for those seeking income, with the top-performing district yielding 5.5%.
• With a price-to-income ratio of 4.5, Newport is more accessible for buyers compared to many areas in the region.
• A strong presence of private rented housing in the 75th percentile nationally supports consistent rental demand.

• The capital growth over the past year of -5.0% is a concern for those seeking short-term appreciation.
• The area has a relatively low proportion of degree-educated and professional residents (21st and 24th percentiles), which may influence long-term demand dynamics.
• The median discount to asking price of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) suggests buyers have negotiating power, possibly reflecting muted demand.

Looking ahead, Newport’s property market is likely to remain steady, supported by its affordability and the size of the private rented sector. The annualised growth over three years of 1.5% shows modest upward movement, though recent one-year capital growth of -5.0% signals that price gains are not guaranteed in the short term.

Rental investors may find the average yield of 5.6% appealing, particularly given the strong showing in the top-yielding district. However, price growth is likely to be modest unless there is a shift in local economic or demographic trends. Investors should expect stable, rather than spectacular, performance unless broader market conditions change.