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Property investment stats for Whittlesey, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Whittlesey.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Whittlesey sits in the East of England with a property market that offers a mix of affordability and steady demand. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1 keeps homes within reach for many, while the median price per square foot of £270 per sq ft suggests relatively accessible entry points compared to pricier regions. Liquidity is moderate, with properties taking an average of 62 days to sell and a median discount of £3,000 (the typical achieved discount), which means buyers have some room for negotiation. The area has a high proportion of couples and older residents, reflected in its population make-up.

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Key investment stats for Whittlesey

Median price per sq ft

£270 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.7%

Capital growth (1y)

-1.2%

Sales in past year

322

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

Live property stats in Whittlesey

Live prices in Whittlesey, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£285,000

25% of properties below...

£225,875

75% of properties below...

£357,500

Most expensive property

£850,000

Live listings

238

Median days on market

62

Should you invest in Whittlesey?

Opportunities

  • Investors can find attractive returns in the top-yielding district, with rental yields of 5.8% offering better-than-average performance locally.
  • The annualised growth over three years of 5.2% shows that Whittlesey has delivered consistent capital appreciation in the recent past.
  • With a rent-to-income ratio of 19.9% and moderate asking rents for both houses and flats, there is ongoing demand from renters seeking affordability.

Risks

  • The 1-year capital growth of -1.2% indicates recent price changes that could signal a pause in the market’s upward momentum.
  • The low proportion of degree-educated and professional residents (in the 5th and 24th percentiles) might limit the pace of future rental growth or capital appreciation.
  • A high proportion of older residents (in the 74th percentile) could affect long-term demographic demand.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Whittlesey’s property market is likely to remain stable, supported by its affordability and steady demand from couples and older residents. The annual sales figure of 322 and the days on market of 62 days suggest a market that is neither overheated nor stagnant. While the recent 1-year capital growth of -1.2% shows some softening, the three-year growth of 16.4% and annualised growth of 5.2% point to a resilient longer-term trend.

Rental yields, especially in the top-performing district at 5.8%, should continue to attract investors seeking income. However, with an older demographic and lower levels of professional employment, future growth may be steady rather than spectacular. Investors should focus on value and income rather than expecting rapid capital gains.

Live properties in Whittlesey

Investment properties in Whittlesey, East of England

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 167 days

£240,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Northgate, Whittlesey, PE7

Slow to sell properties in Whittlesey, East of England
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom terraced house for sale
Reduced by 20%

£120,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

Whitmore Street, Whittlesey, Peterb...

Big price drop properties in Whittlesey, East of England
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom detached house for sale
1,869 sq ft

£320,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Eastrea Road, Whittlesey, Peterboro...

Properties with planning granted in Whittlesey, East of England
Planning Granted
4 bedroom detached house for sale
40% below median price

£315,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Violet Avenue, Whittlesey, PE7

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Whittlesey, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft

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: £3,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,500 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £10,400 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.5%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.3%

Best places to invest in Whittlesey

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1PE75.8%4.6%£280 / 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.