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Property investment stats for Red Lodge, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Red Lodge.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Red Lodge sits in a unique position with a notably young and family-oriented population — couples and families are in the very top percentiles compared to the rest of Britain, while the population aged 60 and over is almost non-existent. The area has a strong presence of private renters, but owner-occupation is less common than in most places. Investors will notice the average rental yield of 5.6% is attractive, and the median asking sale price for a three-bedroom house stands at £299,998. The rental market is lively, with a typical three-bedroom house asking £1,350 and two-bedroom flats at £1,250. Sales activity is brisk, with properties averaging just 35 days on the market and a modest median discount of £3,500 (the typical achieved discount).

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Key investment stats for Red Lodge

Median price per sq ft

£280 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.6%

Capital growth (1y)

0.4%

Sales in past year

95

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

Live property stats in Red Lodge

Live prices in Red Lodge, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£305,000

25% of properties below...

£260,000

75% of properties below...

£406,250

Most expensive property

£725,000

Live listings

100

Median days on market

35

Should you invest in Red Lodge?

Opportunities

  • The strong rental yield of 5.6% makes Red Lodge appealing for buy-to-let investors seeking steady returns.
  • The high proportion of private renters (in the 86th percentile) means ongoing demand for rental properties, especially from couples and families.
  • With the price-to-income ratio at 4.4, affordability for buyers remains relatively healthy compared to many parts of the region.

Risks

  • Capital growth has been modest, with just 0.4% over the past year and 0% annualised over three years, so investors should not expect rapid price appreciation.
  • The area is dominated by younger households and families, so demand could be sensitive to changes in local employment or schooling.
  • Owner-occupation is in the 16th percentile, which may signal a less stable long-term resident base compared to more owner-heavy markets.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Red Lodge is likely to remain a rental hotspot given its youthful demographic and strong appeal to families and couples. The high proportion of private renters should continue to support demand, and the quick sales cycle — properties selling in just 35 days — suggests liquidity will stay healthy.

However, with capital growth at just 0.4% over the past year and 0% annualised over three years, price appreciation is likely to be slow. Investors may find the best opportunities by focusing on income rather than capital gains. Affordability remains a positive, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.4, so first-time buyers and young families may continue to be active in the market. Overall, Red Lodge looks set for steady, if unspectacular, performance — ideal for those seeking reliable rental income in a dynamic community.

Live properties in Red Lodge

Investment properties in Red Lodge, East of England

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 167 days

£290,000

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Thyme Close, Red Lodge, Bury St Edm...

Slow to sell properties in Red Lodge, East of England
Slow to Sell
5 bedroom town house for sale
19% below median price

£310,000 - Offers in Excess of

5 bedroom town house for sale

Teasel Close, Red Lodge, Bury St. E...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Red Lodge, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,000 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.1%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.5%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.0%

Best places to invest in Red Lodge

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1IP285.4%-0.2%£267 / 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.