Property investment stats for Stanford-le-Hope, East of England

• The average rental yield of 5.1% and a top postcode district yield of 5.3% provide attractive prospects for buy-to-let investors seeking reliable returns.
• The median achieved minus asking price of £0 (the typical achieved discount) signals strong demand, as homes are selling at or above their asking price.
• Family demand underpins the market, supported by the area's position in the 87th percentile for families and high owner-occupation, making three-bedroom houses (with a median asking price of £400,000 and rent of £1,750) particularly appealing.

• The capital growth over 1 year of -0.4% shows recent price stagnation, so investors should temper expectations for short-term gains.
• Low private rental stock, in the 19th percentile, could limit options for portfolio expansion or rental turnover.
• The population is less degree-educated and has a lower proportion of professionals and managers, which may affect long-term prospects for price growth and tenant quality.

Stanford-le-Hope's property market looks steady for the next year. While the capital growth over 1 year of -0.4% is flat, the annualised 3-year growth of 2.7% shows that the area has delivered modest but consistent returns over a longer period.

Demand remains robust, with properties selling quickly and at or above asking price, and the median price per square foot of £393 per sq ft keeping entry costs reasonable. Investors should expect stable rental income, supported by average yields of 5.1%, but rapid capital appreciation is unlikely. Family appeal and high levels of owner-occupation will continue to underpin demand, making the outlook solid, if unspectacular.