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Property investment stats for Petersfield, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Petersfield.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Petersfield offers a balanced investment landscape, with a mix of owner-occupied and private rented housing that sits close to the national average. The area’s property market shows a moderate level of liquidity, with homes taking a median of 74 days to sell and an annual sales figure of 203. Investors will note the 5.5% as a headline figure, which reflects the area’s steady demand for rental property, while the £457 per sq ft points to a relatively high entry price for buyers. Affordability sits in the middle of the pack, with a 7.2 and 23.5% that do not stand out as extremes for the region.

The local demographic skews older, with a population aged 60 and above in the 85th percentile, and the area also boasts a high proportion of degree-educated residents (75th percentile). These factors combine to create a stable, if not especially fast-moving, market.

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Key investment stats for Petersfield

Median price per sq ft

£457 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.5%

Capital growth (1y)

-3.0%

Sales in past year

203

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Petersfield

Live prices in Petersfield, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£535,000

25% of properties below...

£325,000

75% of properties below...

£750,000

Most expensive property

£6,000,000

Live listings

141

Median days on market

74

Should you invest in Petersfield?

Opportunities

  • The area’s 5.5% is attractive for investors seeking income from rental properties.
  • The 203 suggests a healthy level of market activity, supporting liquidity for those needing to sell.
  • The high proportion of degree-educated and professional residents may underpin long-term demand and stability.

Risks

  • The -3.0% indicates prices have changed by this amount in the past year, which may concern short-term investors.
  • The older demographic and lower proportion of younger residents could limit future growth in demand for family housing.
  • The £7,500 (the typical achieved discount) suggests buyers are negotiating significant discounts, which could affect capital returns.

Outlook

For the next year, Petersfield’s property market is likely to remain steady, with no dramatic shifts in supply or demand expected. The 2.3% points to modest price appreciation over the medium term, while the 6.9% supports the view that capital growth is possible but not guaranteed.

Rental investors can expect continued demand, given the 5.5% and the area’s demographic profile, though returns may be tempered by the relatively high £457 per sq ft. The market’s stability is reinforced by the mix of owner-occupied and rented homes, as well as the presence of a well-educated, professional population. Investors should approach with realistic expectations, focusing on income rather than rapid capital gains.

Live properties in Petersfield

Investment properties in Petersfield, South East

1 bedroom apartment for sale
49% below median price

£89,950

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Charles Street, Petersfield, Hampsh...

Properties needing refurbishment in Petersfield, South East
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 178 days

£1,000,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Bell Hill Ridge, Petersfield, Hamps...

Slow to sell properties in Petersfield, South East
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom park home for sale
Reduced by 10%

£130,000

1 bedroom park home for sale

Durford Road, Petersfield, Hampshir...

Big price drop properties in Petersfield, South East
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
1,514 sq ft

£650,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Woodlark Gardens, Petersfield, Hamp...

Properties with planning granted in Petersfield, South East
Planning Granted
1 bedroom apartment for sale
49% below median price

£120,000

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Charles Street, Petersfield, Hampsh...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Petersfield, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £7,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £14,500 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £25,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.7%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.6%

Best places to invest in Petersfield

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1GU323.7%0.8%£446 / sq ft
2GU313.1%4.3%£485 / sq ft

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.