At a Glance
Average Property Price - HG4
£353,761
57
National percentile
Average Net Household Income - HG4
£39,836
57
National percentile
10-Year Annualised Price Growth - HG4
3.1%
32
National percentile
Property Price & Volume Trends
The average property price in HG4 is £354,000, around the national midpoint. Over the past decade, prices have grown at 3.1% annually—below the national average—suggesting more modest appreciation than many UK markets. Transaction volumes have eased considerably, with 265 sales recorded in the latest year compared to a 10-year average of 401, indicating a thinning of market activity.
Rent & Yield Trends
Rental and yield data for the HG4 district are not available at this time.
Income & Affordability Trends
Average household income in HG4 stands at £39,836, slightly above the national average. The purchase affordability ratio has weakened: properties now cost 9.1 times annual income, up from 8.0 times in 2016, reflecting less favourable buying conditions. Rental affordability data are not available.
Resident Demographic Profile
The population is notably older than average: those aged 50–64 represent 22.3% (against 19.8% nationally) and those aged 65+ comprise 25.7% (versus 19.6% nationally), reflecting a retirement-oriented demographic. Housing tenure is skewed towards outright ownership at 41.3%, well above the national 33.7%, while younger age groups are proportionally underrepresented. The employment profile shows a stronger representation in trades (13.2% versus 10.5% nationally) and a lower share of professionals (15.3% versus 20.5%).