Property investment stats for Northam, South West

• Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 4.1% in the top-performing postcode district, which stands out in the local market.
• The current median asking rent for a 2-bedroom flat is £1,100, which is similar to the rent for a 3-bedroom house (£1,088), indicating potential value in smaller properties.
• The owner-occupied rate is in the 67th percentile, pointing to a stable resident base and potentially lower tenant turnover for rental investors.

• Annual sales are relatively low at 90, which could mean slower liquidity if you need to sell quickly.
• The market has seen capital growth change by -9.1% in the past year, so investors should be cautious about short-term price movements.
• The area has a very high proportion of older residents (in the 98th percentile), which may limit future demand from younger households and families.

Looking ahead, Northam is likely to remain a steady if unspectacular market. The slow annualised growth of 1.1% over three years suggests investors should expect gradual rather than rapid capital appreciation. With properties spending an average of 104 days on the market and a median discount of £4,975 (the typical achieved discount), buyers have some negotiating power, but sellers may need to be patient.

Rental yields in the strongest postcode district are healthy at 4.1%, but the lack of younger residents and families means the rental market might not see much organic growth. Affordability is reasonable with a price-to-income ratio of 6.9, so local demand should remain stable. Overall, Northam offers a calm, reliable environment for investors who value consistency over volatility.