Property investment stats for Norwood, South East London

• The average rental yield of 5.7% is attractive for South London and even more so when you consider the top postcode district yield of 6.3%.
• Demand from renters is underpinned by a high proportion of private rented homes (in the 83rd percentile) and a strong presence of young professionals and families.
• The current median asking sale price for a 2-bedroom flat is £375,000 and a 3-bedroom house is £567,500, which is competitive for London and could appeal to buyers seeking value.

• The price-to-income ratio of 6.5 and rent-to-income ratio of 29.9% may limit future growth if affordability becomes stretched for local residents.
• The area has a relatively high unemployment rate (in the 87th percentile), which could impact rental demand or stability in tougher economic periods.
• Properties are taking an average of 72 days to sell, so liquidity is not as fast as some more central or headline-grabbing London markets.

Looking ahead, Norwood’s fundamentals suggest a steady path rather than dramatic swings. The 1-year capital growth is 2.2%, while the annualised growth over three years is 1.2% — not breakneck, but consistent in a city where stability is often prized. The area’s appeal to renters and a growing, well-educated population should keep demand robust, particularly for flats and family homes.

With a median achieved minus asking price of £2,750 (the typical achieved discount) and annual sales at 914, investors should expect a market that rewards patience and selectivity. Norwood’s blend of rental yield and gradual capital growth makes it a solid choice for those who value long-term prospects over short-term speculation.