At a Glance
Average Property Price - CB22
£613,840
90
National percentile
Average Monthly Rent - CB
£1,428
77
National percentile
Average Net Household Income - CB22
£53,161
93
National percentile
Flat / Maisonette Yield - CB
4.8%
16
National percentile
10-Year Annualised Price Growth - CB22
2.9%
27
National percentile
10-Year Annualised Rent Growth - CB
3.9%
53
National percentile
Property Price & Volume Trends
Properties in CB22 are among the most expensive nationally, with an average price of £614,000. However, price growth has been relatively modest: the 10-year annualised rise of 2.9% sits well below the national average, reflecting a more measured market trajectory. Transaction activity has softened in recent years, with 278 sales last year compared to a 10-year annual average of 357.
Rent & Yield Trends
Rental costs are above the national average at £1,428 per month, reflecting the area's desirable location. Rent growth of 3.9% over the past decade is broadly in line with the national trend. The flat yield of 4.8% currently exceeds its 10-year average of 3.9%, suggesting improved returns for landlords despite the constrained capital growth.
Income & Affordability Trends
Household income in CB22 is significantly above the national average, placing it among the wealthiest areas. Despite strong earnings, purchase affordability has deteriorated: the price-to-income ratio has risen from 11.0x in 2016 to 11.6x today. Rental affordability has also weakened, with rent-to-income jumping from 28.1% to 32.5% over the same period.
Resident Demographic Profile
The population skews older than average, with 21.1% aged 65 and above compared to the national norm of 19.6%, and notably fewer young adults—only 7.8% aged 16–24 versus 11.0% nationally. Homeownership is strong, with 37.1% owning outright and 29.9% with mortgages, though private rental is lower than average at 14.1%. The workforce is heavily weighted towards professionals (34.8% versus 20.5% nationally) and managers (15.7% versus 13.4%), reflecting the affluent, educated character of the area.