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Property investment stats for Redruth, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Redruth.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Redruth sits in a unique spot for property investors who want a mix of affordability and steady returns. The area’s price-to-income ratio of 4.7 suggests homes are accessible for local buyers, while the median price per square foot of £276 per sq ft keeps entry costs reasonable. Rental demand is supported by a high proportion of private renters — sitting in the 74th percentile — which is well above average for Britain.

Liquidity is decent, with properties spending a median of 64 days on the market before selling and an annual sales volume of 215. Investors can also take comfort in the fact that the median discount to asking price is £950 (the typical achieved discount), hinting at a market that is neither overheated nor stagnant.

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Key investment stats for Redruth

Median price per sq ft

£276 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.1%

Capital growth (1y)

0.3%

Sales in past year

215

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

Live property stats in Redruth

Live prices in Redruth, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£295,000

25% of properties below...

£229,750

75% of properties below...

£425,000

Most expensive property

£1,325,000

Live listings

227

Median days on market

64

Should you invest in Redruth?

Opportunities

  • The average rental yield of 4.1% is competitive for the South West, and the top-performing postcode district offers an even higher 4.8%.
  • The annualised growth over three years of 4.6% shows the area has delivered consistent capital appreciation.
  • The median asking rent for a 3-bedroom house is £1,300, which, combined with local affordability, creates a balanced environment for buy-to-let.

Risks

  • The capital growth over one year of 0.3% is modest, so short-term price jumps should not be expected.
  • The area has a relatively low proportion of professionals and managers, sitting in the 15th percentile, which could limit upward pressure on rents and prices.
  • The median discount to asking price of £950 (the typical achieved discount) indicates buyers may have room to negotiate, so sellers might not always achieve their ideal price.

Outlook

Redruth’s property market looks set for steady, if unspectacular, performance over the next year. The combination of a price-to-income ratio of 4.7 and a rent-to-income ratio of 22.1% suggests affordability for both buyers and renters will remain a draw.

With a high proportion of private renters and a healthy annual sales figure, liquidity should remain stable. Investors should not expect dramatic capital gains in the short term, but the three-year capital growth of 14.5% and annualised growth of 4.6% point to solid long-term prospects. Overall, Redruth offers a balanced proposition for investors seeking a mix of yield and gradual growth.

Live properties in Redruth

Investment properties in Redruth, South West

3 bedroom terraced house for sale
50% below median price

£120,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

South Albany Road, Redruth

Properties needing refurbishment in Redruth, South West
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 176 days

£325,000

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Barncoose Terrace, Illogan Highway,...

Slow to sell properties in Redruth, South West
Slow to Sell
Studio flat for sale
Reduced by 11%

£79,950

Studio flat for sale

Green Lane, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15...

Big price drop properties in Redruth, South West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
2,413 sq ft

£579,500

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Scorrier Road, Redruth

Properties with planning granted in Redruth, South West
Planning Granted
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
39% below median price

£249,950

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Trefusis Terrace, Redruth

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Redruth, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Buyers should not expect big bargains — discounts are marginal.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £950

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £6,475 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.4%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.1%

Best places to invest in Redruth

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1TR154.8%5.8%£281 / sq ft
2TR164.4%4.4%£324 / 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.