Property investment stats for Ventnor, South East
A complete guide to property investment in Ventnor.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Investment summary
Ventnor stands out for its unique demographic profile and affordability. With a price-to-income ratio of 5.9, property here is more attainable than in many southern coastal towns. The area is dominated by older residents, with the population aged 60 and over in the 99th percentile, and single occupier households also at the very top end compared to Britain. Demand is moderate, reflected in annual sales of 65 and homes taking an average of 113 days to sell.
Rental yields are steady, with an average rental yield of 4.5% and the top local postcode district achieving 4.7%. However, recent capital growth has been negative, with a 1-year capital growth of -11.8% and a 3-year annualised growth of -3.4%.
Key investment stats for Ventnor
Median price per sq ft
£253 / sq ft
Average rental yield
4.5%
Capital growth (1y)
-11.8%
Sales in past year
65
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Ventnor
Live prices in Ventnor, South East
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£344,000
25% of properties below...
£225,000
75% of properties below...
£500,000
Most expensive property
£1,500,000
Live listings
224
Median days on market
113
Should you invest in Ventnor?
Opportunities
- The average rental yield of 4.5% and strong performance in the top postcode district (4.7%) offer reliable income for buy-to-let investors.
- The price-to-income ratio of 5.9 signals relative affordability, which could appeal to downsizers or retirees.
- High demand for single-occupancy and retirement-friendly properties aligns with the area's demographic strengths.
Risks
- Negative capital growth over both 1 and 3 years (-11.8% and -3.4%) suggests limited potential for short-term price appreciation.
- Liquidity is a concern, with homes sitting on the market for an average of 113 days.
- The very low proportion of families and young adults could limit future demand growth and diversity in the rental market.
Outlook
The outlook for Ventnor is steady rather than spectacular. Investors can expect stable rental demand, especially from older tenants and single occupiers, but should not anticipate rapid capital gains given the capital growth 1y of -11.8% and annualised growth 3y of -3.4%.
Affordability remains a plus, and the area’s demographic profile is unlikely to change quickly, so the market will probably continue to suit buy-to-let investors focused on income rather than growth. Liquidity may stay limited, with properties taking time to sell. Overall, Ventnor is best suited to patient investors with a clear strategy for steady rental income.
Property market trends in Ventnor
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Live properties in Ventnor
Investment properties in Ventnor, South East
£225,000
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Ocean View Road, Ventnor, Isle of W...
£130,000
1 bedroom apartment for sale
Albert Street, Ventnor, Isle of Wig...
£100,000
2 bedroom apartment for sale
Pier Street, Ventnor, Isle of Wight
£625,000 - Offers in Region of
6 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Southgrove Terrace, Ventnor
£170,000
3 bedroom apartment for sale
Spring Gardens, Ventnor, Isle of Wi...
£115,000 - Guide Price
2 bedroom flat for sale
5 Catherines Court, South Street, V...
Best places to invest in Ventnor
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
Nearby and related areas
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.