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Property investment stats for Runwell, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Runwell.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Runwell presents itself as a stable, predominantly owner-occupied area with a mature population profile. The market shows relatively steady activity, with properties spending an average of 63 days on the market and annual sales at 133. While asking prices for a 3-bedroom house are around £465,000, 2-bedroom flats are typically listed at £250,000.

The rent-to-income ratio of 28.2% hints at reasonable affordability for tenants, while the price-to-income ratio of 6.9 suggests home ownership is accessible by regional standards. Investors should note the strong presence of families and couples, and a low proportion of students or young professionals.

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Key investment stats for Runwell

Median price per sq ft

£406 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.0%

Capital growth (1y)

-2.3%

Sales in past year

133

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

Live property stats in Runwell

Live prices in Runwell, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£475,000

25% of properties below...

£365,000

75% of properties below...

£700,000

Most expensive property

£1,800,000

Live listings

83

Median days on market

63

Should you invest in Runwell?

Opportunities

  • The average rental yield stands at 4.0%, and the top local postcode district offers a yield of 3.9%, providing stable income potential.
  • The market has grown over three years, with a capital growth rate of 7.2% and an annualised growth of 2.4%, showing some long-term appreciation.
  • The high owner-occupation rate (in the 94th percentile) and prevalence of families (in the 61st percentile) support demand for larger homes and long-term lets.

Risks

  • One-year capital growth has changed by -2.3%, which may indicate short-term volatility or stagnation.
  • Properties are selling with a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), so investors may need to price competitively or expect to negotiate.
  • The private rented sector is in the 14th percentile, reflecting limited rental stock and potentially slower tenant demand.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Runwell's property market is likely to remain steady rather than spectacular. With a high proportion of older residents and families, demand for rental property may not be as brisk as in more youthful or urban areas, but long-term tenants and low turnover can appeal to investors seeking stability.

Affordability remains reasonable, with a price-to-income ratio of 6.9 and a rent-to-income ratio of 28.2%, which should help underpin demand. Sales volumes and days on market suggest a balanced market, neither overheated nor sluggish. Investors can expect modest, sustainable returns in the next 12 months, rather than dramatic shifts in either direction.

Live properties in Runwell

Investment properties in Runwell, East of England

3 bedroom bungalow for sale
9% below median price

£400,000

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Ethelred Gardens, Wickford, Essex, ...

Properties needing refurbishment in Runwell, East of England
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale
On market for 170 days

£320,000 - Offers in Excess of

3 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale

Athelstan Gardens, Wickford, SS11

Slow to sell properties in Runwell, East of England
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
940 sq ft

£275,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Egbert Gardens, Wickford

Properties with planning granted in Runwell, East of England
Planning Granted
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
42% below median price

£198,000

1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Stilemans, Wickford, Essex, SS11

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Runwell, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
28% below median price

£275,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Egbert Gardens, Wickford, Essex, SS...

Auction properties in Runwell, East of England
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,500 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.1%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.0%

Best places to invest in Runwell

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SS113.9%2.4%£404 / 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.