At a Glance
Average Property Price - HU8
£154,807
4
National percentile
12 month avg at 31 Jul 2026
Average Monthly Rent - HU
£705
7
National percentile
Estimate at 31 Jul 2026
Average Net Household Income - HU8
£31,413
11
National percentile
2023 census data
Flat / Maisonette Yield - HU
6.5%
79
National percentile
Estimate at 31 Jul 2026
10-Year Annualised Price Growth - HU8
3.1%
50
National percentile
Estimate at 31 Jul 2026
10-Year Annualised Rent Growth - HU
3.7%
40
National percentile
Estimate at 31 Jul 2026
Street Rankings — HU8
Top 5 streets in HU8 ranked by 3-year average sale price.
| # | Street | 3Y Avg |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clear View Close | £358,400 |
| 2 | Cragdale Close | £352,500 |
| 3 | Kelgate Close | £326,000 |
| 4 | Maple Grove | £315,500 |
| 5 | The Oval | £312,500 |
Highest Monthly Sales — HU8
The highest-value transaction recorded in HU8 for each of the last 5 months.
Property Price & Volume Trends
The latest average property price in HU8 is £156,000, placing it among the most affordable areas nationally. Over the past decade, prices have grown at 3.4% annually—close to the national average pace. Transaction activity has eased recently, with 329 sales last year compared to a 10-year average of 436, suggesting a slowdown in market turnover.
Rent & Yield Trends
Average monthly rent across the broader HU postcode is £679, well below the national average. Rental growth has averaged 3.5% annually over ten years, running slower than the national pace. The flat yield currently stands at 6.1%, notably above the 10-year average of 4.9%, reflecting an improving outlook for landlord returns.
Income & Affordability Trends
Household incomes in HU8 average £31,413 per year, significantly below the national average. The price-to-income ratio of 4.7x remains unchanged since 2016, indicating stable affordability for buyers despite modest income levels. Rental affordability has improved noticeably: renters now spend 20.3% of income on housing, down from 21.4% in 2016.
Resident Demographic Profile
The population skews slightly older, with those over 50 accounting for nearly 40% compared to 39.4% nationally, whilst the 16–24 age group is notably underrepresented at 9.6% against 11.0% nationally. Tenure is fairly balanced between ownership and renting, with a higher proportion in social housing (19.7%) than the national average of 16.5%. The employment profile is distinctly blue-collar, with trades (13.5%), elementary roles (12.8%), and plant/machine operation (10.9%) all well above national norms, whilst professional and managerial roles are significantly underrepresented.