At a Glance
Average Property Price - CF32
£214,669
16
National percentile
Average Monthly Rent - CF
£950
41
National percentile
Average Net Household Income - CF32
£33,871
24
National percentile
Flat / Maisonette Yield - CF
5.2%
28
National percentile
10-Year Annualised Price Growth - CF32
3.8%
58
National percentile
10-Year Annualised Rent Growth - CF
4.8%
90
National percentile
Property Price & Volume Trends
The latest average property price in CF32 is £215,000, placing it well below the national average and among the more affordable areas nationally. Over the past decade, prices have grown at 3.8% annually—close to the national pace—reflecting steady but unspectacular appreciation. Transaction activity has softened recently, with 334 sales in the latest full year compared to a 10-year average of 448, suggesting a quieter current market.
Rent & Yield Trends
Average monthly rent stands at £950, slightly below the national mid-point and typical for areas of this type. Rental growth over the past decade has been notably strong at 4.8% annually, significantly outpacing the national trend and reflecting sustained demand for rental stock. The current flat yield of 5.2% is ahead of the 10-year average of 4.5%, indicating an improving rental return—a positive trajectory for landlords.
Income & Affordability Trends
Average net household income is £33,871, placing the area noticeably below the national average. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x has improved substantially since 2016 (when it stood at 6.4x), signalling that property has become more affordable relative to local earnings. Rental affordability has similarly improved, with the rent-to-income ratio now at 26% compared to 26.4% in 2016—a modest but genuine gain.
Resident Demographic Profile
The area has a notably older age profile, with over 50s comprising 40.4% of the population against a national average of 39.4%, while young adults aged 16–24 are underrepresented at 9.5% versus the national 11%. Owner-occupation is strong—68.5% own their home outright or with a mortgage, well above the national combined rate of 60.7%—whilst private rental sits below national average at 16%. The employment mix is more heavily skewed towards trades (12.1% vs 10.5% nationally), caring roles (12.7% vs 9.2%), and elementary occupations (12.2% vs 10.2%), whilst professional and managerial roles are less prevalent than the national average.