Property investment stats for Seaham, North East

• Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 5.8%, particularly in the top postcode district, which delivers yields of 8.2%.
• The price-to-income ratio of 3.0 makes buying property here relatively affordable compared to much of the country.
• Properties typically sell in 42 days, suggesting decent market liquidity for those looking to transact without long delays.

• The 3-year annualised growth of -3.4% shows property values have changed by a notable amount over the medium term, which may concern those seeking capital appreciation.
• The area has a high proportion of social rented housing (in the 79th percentile), which may influence tenant mix and local demand patterns.
• The population is older than the national average (with the 60+ age group in the 69th percentile), which could affect long-term rental demand trends.

Looking ahead, Seaham’s property market is likely to remain attractive to yield-focused investors given the current median asking rent for a 3-bedroom house of £695 and for a 2-bedroom flat of £550. The affordability factor should continue to support buyer interest, especially with the median sale price for a 3-bedroom house at £165,000 and for a 2-bedroom flat at £70,000.

While capital growth has been subdued over the last three years, the relatively quick sales and steady rental demand offer reasons for optimism. Investors should watch local demographic shifts and employment trends, but for now, Seaham’s combination of affordability, yield and liquidity keeps it firmly on my radar.