Property investment stats for Oakwood, North London

• Rental yields are relatively strong for North London, with an average of 5.1% and the top postcode district reaching 5.9%.
• There is a steady rental demand, supported by a degree-educated and professional population both in the 80th and 85th percentiles respectively.
• The market’s liquidity is reasonable, with homes spending an average of 47 days before selling, which is not sluggish by London standards.

• Capital values have changed by -5.2% over the past year and by -6.1% over three years, which may concern investors seeking short-term appreciation.
• The price-to-income ratio is 8.5, so affordability is stretched for many buyers, potentially limiting future demand growth.
• The rent-to-income ratio is 35.5%, suggesting rental affordability may be a challenge for some tenants.

Over the next year, I expect Oakwood to continue attracting families and professionals who value stability and access to good schools. While capital growth has changed by -2.1% annually over the past three years, the area’s appeal lies more in its steady rental market and community feel than in rapid price rises.

Investors should watch for any shifts in affordability, as both sale and rental prices are already at levels that test local incomes. However, the relatively swift average sale time of 47 days and a modest gap between asking and achieved prices (£15,000 (the typical achieved discount)) suggest a market that is not oversupplied or desperate. All in all, Oakwood’s fundamentals look stable, and for those happy to prioritise yield and long-term tenants over short-term gains, the outlook remains quietly positive.