Property investment stats for Peterborough, East of England
A complete guide to property investment in Peterborough.
Last updated: 25 March 2026
Investment summary
Peterborough stands out for investors seeking a balance between affordability and strong rental returns. The area offers a relatively low price-to-income ratio of 4.5, making it more accessible than many other parts of the country. The local market sees a median price per square foot of £257 per sq ft, with three-bedroom houses typically asking £250,000 and two-bedroom flats around £140,000. Rental demand is high, supported by a young, growing population and a large proportion of private renters.
Key investment stats for Peterborough
Median price per sq ft
£257 / sq ft
Average rental yield
6.2%
Capital growth (1y)
-1.1%
Sales in past year
1,780
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Peterborough
Live prices in Peterborough, East of England
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£240,000
25% of properties below...
£175,000
75% of properties below...
£325,000
Most expensive property
£2,250,000
Live listings
1,588
Median days on market
67
Should you invest in Peterborough?
Opportunities
- Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 6.2%, with the top postcode district offering an even higher yield of 7.7%.
- The high proportion of families and younger residents fuels ongoing rental demand, especially for larger homes.
- Properties are selling with a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), offering scope for negotiation.
Risks
- One-year capital growth has changed by -1.1%, so short-term price appreciation has been muted.
- The area has a higher unemployment rate (in the 72nd percentile), which could affect tenant stability.
- Owner-occupation is low and private renting is high, which may mean greater competition from other landlords.
Outlook
Over the next year, Peterborough’s property market is likely to remain attractive for income-focused investors, given strong rental yields of 6.2% and affordable entry prices. While capital growth over one year has changed by -1.1%, the three-year annualised growth stands at 2.8%, suggesting a steadier long-term trend.
Rental demand looks set to stay robust, supported by a high proportion of families and younger residents. Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending a typical 67 days on the market and a healthy volume of 1,780 sales per year. Investors should keep an eye on local employment trends, but overall, Peterborough remains a solid bet for those seeking yield and affordability.
Property market trends in Peterborough
Average yield (%)
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
Live properties in Peterborough
Investment properties in Peterborough, East of England
£725,000 - Guide Price
5 bedroom detached house for sale
Thorpe Lea Road, Peterborough, Camb...
£300,000 - Guide Price
4 bedroom town house for sale
Eagle Way, Hampton Vale, Peterborou...
£113,975
2 bedroom flat for sale
Admiral House, Viersen Platz, Peter...
£50,000
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
Crawthorne Road, Peterborough, PE1
£190,000
4 bedroom town house for sale
Watergall, Bretton, Peterborough, P...
£325,000 - Offers in Excess of
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Waterloo Road, Peterborough
£48,000 - Offers Over
1 bedroom flat for sale
Bushfield, Peterborough, PE2
£150,000 - Guide Price
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
Crowhurst, Peterborough
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Balanced market
On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £5,000
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 2.0%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.8%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.3%
Best places to invest in Peterborough
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
Nearby and related areas
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.