At a Glance
Average Property Price - DH5
£156,472
3
National percentile
Average Monthly Rent - DH
£642
1
National percentile
Average Net Household Income - DH5
£32,901
18
National percentile
Flat / Maisonette Yield - DH
6.2%
85
National percentile
10-Year Annualised Price Growth - DH5
1.3%
5
National percentile
10-Year Annualised Rent Growth - DH
3.1%
6
National percentile
Property Price & Volume Trends
The latest average property price in DH5 is £156,000, placing it among the most affordable areas nationally. Over the past decade, prices have grown at just 1.3% annually—significantly below the national trend. Transaction activity has declined: 244 sales were recorded in the latest full year, down from a 10-year average of 324 per year.
Rent & Yield Trends
Average monthly rent in the broader DH postcode stands at £642, well below the national average. Rental growth over the past decade has been modest at 3.1% annually, lagging behind national increases. The flat yield has strengthened to 6.2%, up from a 10-year average of 5.1%, reflecting a favourable shift for buy-to-let investors.
Income & Affordability Trends
Average household income of £33,000 is notably below the national average. Purchase affordability has improved significantly: the price-to-income ratio has fallen to 4.5x from 5.3x in 2016, making property ownership more accessible. Rental affordability has also improved, with the rent-to-income ratio declining to 17.8% from 20.2% over the same period.
Resident Demographic Profile
The population skews notably older, with over-50s representing 44% of residents compared to 39% nationally, and those aged 65+ at nearly 23%. The working-age population is correspondingly younger-skewed, with 16–24s at just 8.7% versus 11% nationally. Housing tenure reflects high social rental provision at 26%—well above the national 16.5%—whilst private rented accommodation at 13% is considerably below average. The employment mix is weighted towards trades, elementary work, and caring roles, with professionals underrepresented.