Property investment stats for Shrivenham and Watchfield, South East

• The top postcode district in the area delivers rental yields of 4.5%, which is a solid return for the region.
• The market is brisk, with homes spending just 52 days before being snapped up, indicating strong demand and liquidity.
• Properties are achieving their asking prices on average, with a median difference of £0 (the typical achieved discount), so sellers are not having to discount to secure a sale.

• Capital growth over the past year has changed by -1.5%, so investors looking for short-term gains should be cautious.
• The price-to-income ratio stands at 6.3, which could challenge affordability for some buyers or tenants.
• The proportion of owner-occupied homes is in the 17th percentile nationally, suggesting a market dominated by private renters, which may impact long-term stability.

Looking ahead, the market in Shrivenham and Watchfield is likely to remain buoyant, supported by a high proportion of professional and degree-educated residents (both in the top quartile nationally). The area’s strong showing for families and couples — both well above the national average — should underpin steady demand for larger homes.

While recent capital growth has been modest, the longer-term trend is more reassuring, and the brisk pace of sales suggests buyers remain confident. Investors should watch affordability, but with properties selling at or above asking price and robust rental yields, the fundamentals look supportive for the next 12 months.