UK Property Cheat Sheet: Yields & Capital Growth Regions (2024-2025)
This article highlights the top-performing regions for rental yields and capital growth, providing insights to help investors identify strategic investments. This guide serves as a quick reference for key market trends and regional hotspots.
I – Top Regions for Rental Yields
1. Manchester
- Average Yield: 5-8%
- Why Invest: Robust demand from students and young professionals, coupled with ongoing regeneration projects.
2. Liverpool
- Average Yield: 7-9%
- Why Invest: Affordable entry points with strong rental demand and significant regeneration projects like Liverpool Waters.
3. Birmingham
- Average Yield: 5-6%
- Why Invest: HS2 development, Big City Plan, and influx of businesses relocating from London.
4. Leeds
- Average Yield: 5-6%
- Why Invest: Growing tech sector and large student population ensure consistent rental demand.
5. Newcastle
- Average Yield: 6-8%
- Why Invest: High rental demand from students and young professionals, with ongoing infrastructure improvements.
II- Top Regions for Capital Growth
1. London
- Capital Growth (Forecasted): Savills forecasts a 21.6% increase in UK house prices over five years.
- Why Invest: Global financial hub, ongoing demand for prime properties, and post-COVID resurgence.
2. Bristol
- Capital Growth (Forecasted): 4-6% annually
- Why Invest: High quality of life, proximity to London, and rising popularity among young professionals.
3. Oxford & Cambridge
- Capital Growth (Forecasted): 5-6% annually
- Why Invest: Strong academic and tech sectors attract steady demand for properties.
4. Edinburgh
- Capital Growth (Forecasted): 4-5% annually
- Why Invest: Strong tourism, financial sector, and growing population.
The UK remains a resilient and dynamic market, offering a mix of high-yield opportunities and long-term growth potential. By staying informed about regional trends and leveraging expert insights, Investors can optimise their investment strategies for maximum returns. For tailored advice and access to exclusive properties, reach out to McGardens Estate.
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McGardens Estate | December 2024 | www.mcgardens-estate.com
Source: Savills. Knight Frank UK Residential Property Market Forecast 2024
