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Property investment stats for Withernsea, Yorkshire and The Humber

A complete guide to property investment in Withernsea.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Withernsea offers a distinctive opportunity for investors seeking affordable entry points in the property market. The area’s median price per square foot is £135 per sq ft, which is notably low compared to many other locations, and the price-to-income ratio at 3.5 suggests that homes are generally within reach for local buyers. While the annualised growth over three years stands at 2.0%, indicating steady but modest appreciation, the one-year capital growth figure of 0.6% signals that values are not racing ahead but are moving in a positive direction. The local market sees properties spending on average 52 days before selling, and buyers can expect a typical discount of £2,000 (the typical achieved discount) from the asking price.

Demographically, Withernsea is home to a high proportion of older residents, with the population aged 60 and above in the 94th percentile, and a strong presence of single-occupier households. The private rented sector is relatively large for the area, sitting in the 85th percentile, which may appeal to investors interested in rental income.

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Key investment stats for Withernsea

Median price per sq ft

£135 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.5%

Capital growth (1y)

0.6%

Sales in past year

87

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

Live property stats in Withernsea

Live prices in Withernsea, Yorkshire and The Humber

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£162,498

25% of properties below...

£130,000

75% of properties below...

£219,995

Most expensive property

£1,500,000

Live listings

78

Median days on market

52

Should you invest in Withernsea?

Opportunities

  • The average rental yield in Withernsea is 4.5%, with the top-performing postcode district achieving 4.5%, which may attract investors seeking steady income.
  • The current median asking price for a three-bedroom house is £165,498, making this a potentially accessible market for those looking to expand their portfolio without a large upfront investment.
  • The high proportion of private rented housing (85th percentile) suggests a well-established rental market, which could provide reliable tenant demand.

Risks

  • The unemployment rate is in the 99th percentile relative to other areas, raising concerns about local economic resilience and tenant stability.
  • The proportion of degree-educated residents and professionals is very low (1st and 2nd percentiles), which may limit future demand from higher-income tenants or buyers.
  • Families and younger adults are underrepresented, with families in the 16th percentile and those aged 30-40 in the 11th percentile, potentially constraining long-term growth.

Outlook

Looking ahead over the next 12 months, Withernsea’s property market is likely to remain stable, with incremental changes rather than dramatic shifts. The combination of a low price-to-income ratio and a modest median discount off asking prices should help support affordability for both buyers and renters.

Rental yields are expected to remain attractive, especially given the established private rented sector and the current asking prices for family-sized homes. However, the high unemployment rate and lack of younger, professional residents may act as a brake on significant capital growth. Investors should expect a steady, income-focused environment rather than rapid appreciation, and should keep an eye on shifts in local employment and demographics for signs of change.

Live properties in Withernsea

Investment properties in Withernsea, Yorkshire and The Humber

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 177 days

£125,000

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Noah's Wood Walk, WITHERNSEA

Slow to sell properties in Withernsea, Yorkshire and The Humber
Slow to Sell

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: £2,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,012 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.7%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 4.6%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 7.1%

Best places to invest in Withernsea

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1HU194.5%3.2%£142 / 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.