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Property investment stats for Upper Edmonton, North London

A complete guide to property investment in Upper Edmonton.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Upper Edmonton sits in North London and is a distinctively diverse neighbourhood, with a high proportion of families and a very strong presence in the private and social rented sectors. The area’s housing market is shaped by a large rental community, as seen in the private rented housing percentile in the 92nd percentile and social rented housing in the 87th percentile, both much higher than most of Britain. Owner occupation is rare here, which is typical for this part of London, but worth noting for those seeking long-term stability or resale flexibility.

The current median price per square foot sits at £447 per sq ft, reflecting the area’s relative affordability for London, while the price-to-income ratio of 7.5 and rent-to-income ratio of 39.6% are in line with what you’d expect for the capital. Activity is steady, with 127 annual sales and properties spending a median of 44 days on the market. This is a part of London where rental yields are the headline, with an average of 5.8% and the top-performing postcode district yielding 6.5%.

Image of Upper Edmonton, North London

Key investment stats for Upper Edmonton

Median price per sq ft

£447 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.8%

Capital growth (1y)

-4.6%

Sales in past year

127

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

Live property stats in Upper Edmonton

Live prices in Upper Edmonton, North London

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£415,000

25% of properties below...

£277,498

75% of properties below...

£464,975

Most expensive property

£640,000

Live listings

63

Median days on market

44

Should you invest in Upper Edmonton?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields are a key strength here, with an average of 5.8% and the top postcode district reaching 6.5%, which is attractive for buy-to-let investors.
  • The high proportion of families and younger residents, alongside a strong student presence in the 92nd percentile, supports sustained demand for rental accommodation.
  • Relative affordability for London, with a median price per square foot of £447 per sq ft, may offer entry points for investors priced out of more central areas.

Risks

  • Capital growth has changed by -4.6% over the past year, and the annualised growth over three years is 1.3%, suggesting limited short-term upside for price appreciation.
  • Owner-occupation is in the 9th percentile, which could impact long-term resale demand and market stability if rental demand shifts.
  • The area’s unemployment rate is in the 97th percentile nationally, which may affect tenant quality or stability in the rental market.

Outlook

Upper Edmonton’s outlook remains shaped by its rental market. With rental yields at 5.8% and a high proportion of homes in the private and social rented sectors, this is a neighbourhood where income-focused investors can find opportunities. The area’s affordability relative to much of London, with a median price per square foot at £447 per sq ft, should help support demand from renters and investors alike.

However, capital growth prospects look muted, given the one-year change of -4.6% and three-year annualised growth at 1.3%. Liquidity is reasonable, with homes spending around 44 days on the market and transactions at 127 per year. For investors willing to focus on yield and navigate a market driven by renters, Upper Edmonton offers a stable if unspectacular, long-term proposition.

Live properties in Upper Edmonton

Investment properties in Upper Edmonton, North London

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
17% below median price

£450,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Amersham Avenue, Edmonton, N18

Properties needing refurbishment in Upper Edmonton, North London
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
On market for 178 days

£550,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Yorkshire Gardens, London, N18

Slow to sell properties in Upper Edmonton, North London
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom flat for sale
56% below median price

£240,000

1 bedroom flat for sale

Fairfield Road , London, N18

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Upper Edmonton, North London
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Buyers should not expect big bargains — discounts are marginal.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £9,500 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 1.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.7%

Best places to invest in Upper Edmonton

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1N96.5%1.5%£467 / sq ft
2N185.9%1.4%£445 / 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.