Property investment stats for Welwyn Garden City, East of England

• The area offers strong rental yields of 5.6%, with the top-performing postcode district achieving 5.8%.
• Family demand is robust, as shown by the family household percentile in the 85th percentile, supporting stable rental and resale demand.
• The current median asking rent for a 3-bedroom house is £1,950, while the sale price is £500,000, which may appeal to investors seeking balanced returns.

• The price-to-income ratio of 6.7 and rent-to-income ratio of 25.9% could limit affordability for both buyers and renters.
• The area has a high proportion of social rented housing (94th percentile), which may affect local private rental dynamics and limit some types of tenant demand.
• Owner-occupation is relatively low (21st percentile), which might contribute to higher tenant turnover and less stability for long-term lets.

Welwyn Garden City’s property market appears steady, with modest capital growth over the past year at 0.1% and a consistent annualised growth rate of 2.7% over three years. The area’s appeal to families and professionals is underpinned by strong education and employment indicators, both in the mid-60th percentiles.

With properties selling at a median discount of £3,500 (the typical achieved discount) and average days on market at 50 days, buyers have some negotiating power but should not expect bargains to last. Investors can expect reliable demand, particularly from families, but should keep an eye on affordability pressures. The outlook for the next 12 months is stable rather than spectacular, with yields and growth likely to remain in line with recent trends.