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Property investment stats for Streatham Hill, South West London

A complete guide to property investment in Streatham Hill.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Streatham Hill is a lively corner of South West London, marked by a youthful, highly educated population and a strong presence of professionals. The area’s property market is dominated by private renters, with owner-occupation less common — a pattern that’s entirely normal for London but stands out compared to the rest of Britain. The average rental yield sits at 5.6%, which is a notable figure for investors seeking steady income. However, capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.9%, and the three-year figure shows a change of -0.3%, suggesting a market that’s been more about stability than rapid appreciation.

Median prices reflect London’s usual premium, with a median price per square foot of £623 per sq ft and a price-to-income ratio of 6.5. Liquidity is reasonable, with 709 sales annually and properties spending an average of 74 days on the market.

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Key investment stats for Streatham Hill

Median price per sq ft

£623 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.6%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.9%

Sales in past year

709

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

Live property stats in Streatham Hill

Live prices in Streatham Hill, South West London

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£450,000

25% of properties below...

£350,000

75% of properties below...

£650,000

Most expensive property

£2,500,000

Live listings

593

Median days on market

74

Should you invest in Streatham Hill?

Opportunities

  • Investors can achieve strong rental yields, with the average sitting at 5.6% and the top postcode district also delivering 5.6%.
  • The high proportion of private renters, in the 89th percentile nationally, means consistent tenant demand for rental properties.
  • The area’s large population of young professionals and students, both in the 80th percentile or higher, underpins rental demand and reduces void risk.

Risks

  • Capital growth has changed by -0.9% in the past year and by -0.1% on an annualised three-year basis, offering little evidence of rapid price appreciation.
  • The rent-to-income ratio is 31.2%, which may stretch affordability for some tenants and potentially limit further rental growth.
  • The median gap between achieved and asking prices is £9,998 (the typical achieved discount), so buyers may need to be realistic about negotiating on price.

Outlook

Streatham Hill’s property market is set to continue its pattern of stability, supported by a vibrant rental sector and a steady flow of young, degree-educated residents. The high proportion of private renters in the 89th percentile and strong rental yields of 5.6% make this area particularly appealing for income-focused investors. While capital growth figures — -0.9% over one year and -0.3% over three — suggest limited short-term upside, the area’s fundamentals remain robust.

Asking prices for a three-bedroom house are currently £750,000, with typical rents at £2,700; two-bedroom flats are asking £432,500 for sale and £2,025 for rent. With properties averaging 74 days on the market and annual sales at 709, liquidity is healthy. Investors should expect modest capital gains but can rely on solid rental returns and enduring demand in this ever-popular London neighbourhood.

Live properties in Streatham Hill

Investment properties in Streatham Hill, South West London

2 bedroom apartment for sale
36% below median price

£425,000

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Downton Avenue, Streatham Hill, Lon...

Properties needing refurbishment in Streatham Hill, South West London
Needs Refurb
1 bedroom apartment for sale
On market for 174 days

£275,000 - Offers in Excess of

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Leigham Vale, London, SW16

Slow to sell properties in Streatham Hill, South West London
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 16%

£230,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom flat for sale

Drewstead Road, Streatham Hill, Lon...

Big price drop properties in Streatham Hill, South West London
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom terraced house for sale
High yield opportunity

£650,000 - Offers in Excess of

5 bedroom terraced house for sale

Cade House, Tulse Hill

HMO properties in Streatham Hill, South West London
HMO
3 bedroom house for sale
1,305 sq ft

£925,000

3 bedroom house for sale

Sulina Road, SW2

Properties with planning granted in Streatham Hill, South West London
Planning Granted
3 bedroom apartment for sale
77% below median price

£450,000

3 bedroom apartment for sale

Leigham Court Road, LONDON

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Streatham Hill, South West London
Low Price per Sq Ft
4 bedroom maisonette for sale
58% below median price

£273,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom maisonette for sale

Flat 23 Sandon House, Tilson Garden...

Auction properties in Streatham Hill, South West London
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £9,998

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £20,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £38,200 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.4%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.3%

Best places to invest in Streatham Hill

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SW165.6%1.0%£588 / sq ft
2SE275.3%0.7%£640 / sq ft
3SW25.2%0.4%£675 / 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.