Property investment stats for Yate, South West

• The combination of 5.5% and a strong family demographic points to stable, long-term rental demand.
• With a price-to-income ratio of 4.8, Yate stands out for its relative affordability compared to many other areas in the South West.
• The median discount of £2,975 (the typical achieved discount) on achieved prices suggests buyers have room to negotiate, which could benefit investors looking for value.

• The capital growth over the past year has changed by -2.0%, which may temper expectations for short-term appreciation.
• A relatively low private rented sector (in the 34th percentile) could limit opportunities for rapid portfolio expansion.
• The student and young professional populations are not especially high, so rental demand may be less diversified than in more urban locations.

Yate’s market is likely to remain steady, given its high proportion of owner-occupiers and strong appeal to families and couples. While short-term capital growth has changed by -2.0%, the three-year growth figure of 9.9% (annualised at 3.2%) points to a market that has delivered consistent returns over a longer timeframe.

Affordability is likely to underpin ongoing demand, especially as the rent-to-income ratio sits at 24.9%. With properties spending a median of 44 days on the market and a reasonable number of annual sales (391), liquidity should remain healthy. Investors can expect a mildly positive environment, provided they focus on value and remain realistic about short-term growth.