What is it like buying a house in Crigglestone?

Crigglestone might be an interesting area to invest in when looking for a house for sale in the UK as it is a unique area in the county of West Yorkshire.
Before looking for a house for sale in the city of Crigglestone we strongly suggest landlords and real estate investors to research in detail and consider all involved factors. Indeed, house prices can change quite a bit depending on the square foot of the property, the number of rooms, the economic climate, the location of the house and more.

In this data heavy article the reader will be able to find out more on the topic and see the specific data to consider when evaluating different houses for sale in Crigglestone.

In Crigglestone, what do houses for sale tend to sell for?

For the city of Crigglestone, the average price a house sells for is £190,447. This value usually depends on the exact location of the house within Crigglestone as well as other factors like the population growth in Crigglestone which is 8% over a ten-year period.

Housing category	Total final sale price
Aerage sold price (detached)	£289,608
Aerage sold price (semi-detached)	£163,353
Aerage sold price (terraced)	£125,431
Aerage sold price (flat)	£97,449

The above table puts this figure into perspective as you can see the various average sale prices of a house for the specific type of house you’re most interested in. This comparison is important because the type of house you’re considering to buy may be more or less in demand based on variations in supply and demand in the city of Crigglestone.

Housing category	Sale price per square foot
Aerage sold price/sqft	£2,050
Aerage sold price/sqft (new build)	£2,250
Aerage sold price/sqft (old stock)	£1,935

Generalising the bottom table, the average value per square foot of a house for sale is £2,050. This value averages all of the types of houses for sale in Crigglestone. So, if you’re not sure what type of house you want specifically, you can still get an idea of the real estate market of Crigglestone.

Always consider average rental yield when searching for houses for sale in Crigglestone

If you’re buying a house for investment rather than for the reason to live in the house over time and use the house as a place to stay in the long term, there is a need to look at the rental yield figure to see if the house for sale you are considering to buy is a good investment or not.

This figure is usually looked at by investors as well as the rental income of the area, the sale turnover and the rent turnover.

The table below represents this data and compares Crigglestone to West Yorkshire and the broader suburb of the UK; North East.

	Average Yield	Average Asking rent	Turnover (rental)	Turnover (sale)
Crigglestone	3.5%	£769	140%	21.0%
West Yorkshire	4.55%	£778	125.25%	21.88%
North East	4.67%	£757	123.96%	19.25%

Let’s assume you want to sell the house you’re looking to buy in Crigglestone for profit in the future, in this case, looking at the data for the number of houses sold per month in Crigglestone would give you an idea of whether the area is actively getting new investors. This figure is 78.

It is vital you be careful with this figure however as the data can suggest something that isn’t true in Crigglestone. To give an example, a lot of people buying new houses could also indicate there are a lot of new first time buyers in the area which would in fact drive down the rental yield.

The more people there are interested in renting, rather than buying, the more likely that area of the UK has high rental yields and hence investors like these areas to invest in to create a large amount of cash flow.

Are there more or fewer houses being built in Crigglestone?

The growth of an area like Crigglestone can be a great indicator of a thriving city and the influx of new people can drive demand for housing and help appreciate the value of your house after you buy it.

Paying attention to the table below tells you how the number of houses has changed over time at one year, three year and five year intervals.

	1 year	3 years	5 years
Crigglestone growth rate	-5%	10%	17%

Despite the number of houses being built rising, this may not indicate that the housing price of the houses for sale is going up. It could be the case that there are a lot of new builds in the area which are causing the supply of the houses for sale to match demand and this could cause a decline in house price as time goes on.

Make sure you do your own research specific to the city of Crigglestone if you want to find out the exact reasons for the housing change.

Are there any important statistics about the population of Crigglestone?

In Crigglestone, how has the population changed?

The city of Crigglestone has a total population of 93,939. Large population sizes can be good to show there is a high demand for people to buy houses in the area but a better indication is if the population of Crigglestone is growing.

A small population city can also have high prices of houses for sale, because, if there is a growing population, and demand is still high, this could mean the house prices are pushed up.

Either way, a population must also be looked at in terms of the appreciation of the area as well as the rental yields and if the area really meets your needs.

The five year population change of Crigglestone

Over time, in the last five years, the population of the city of Crigglestone has changed by 5%. This figure can tell you a lot because a growing population indicates a house is likely to appreciate. Read more here

In addition, looking at the 10 year figure for population growth in the below paragraphs can give you further evidence as to what the change in population has been for a longer period of time. As a result, you’ll know if this 5% population change is something that has been there for a while or if it is a new trend. Click here to know more on the UK population trends.

What is the difference in population over the last 10 years in Crigglestone?

In the last 10 years, there has been a shift in the population of 8%.

Comparing this to the 5 year figure of Crigglestone can tell you if there is a long history of population growth or decline, if there are population fluctuations or if the trend is stable.

New industries opening up in the area, the addition of new jobs and also international and national migration might all be reasons for changes in population size. Resulting in people moving in or leaving an area.

A good example of a quick change in population was in Stratford, London in 2012. Here, there was an increase in government spending in the area because of the Olympics which resulted in massive population growth.

What’s crime like in Crigglestone?

For the city of Crigglestone, crime rate is at 115. So for every 1000 people in the area, 115 commit a crime which is prosecuted. Paying close attention to this figure of crime rate is not only important for the value of a house but also to calculate the maintenance cost of owning a house and how attractive an area can be for future buyers.

So, compare it to the nationwide average of 79.52 per 1000 people and consider if you are happy with this figure based on the price you’re paying for a house you’re interested in.

On top of this, houses that are in areas where there is a high crime rate tend to have to pay higher insurance rates, costing a homeowner in the long term.

Additionally, paying for further security on a house such as CCTV or potentially gates and fences that deter thieves may be necessary for an area with a high crime rate.

Crigglestone in the county of West Yorkshire is notable for its specific demographics and has individual characteristics.

For localised cities and the bigger areas of the UK there are wide variations in the demographics that shape an area so the same is also true for the wider region Crigglestone is located in; North East.

Below, these demographics are talked about in headings that explain how the city has grown, what the education levels are like in Crigglestone, what the social grade score of the city is like and if the green space matches the recommended levels people living in the UK should have.

Are the people of Crigglestone deprived?

The deprivation levels of the UK can vary quite a bit. High deprivation levels signal a particular area has people who are struggling to make ends meet and pay for basic living expenses. For Crigglestone, in particular, the deprivation levels are 28%.

This figure can be contrasted with the deprivation levels of the UK of 33% to see if the levels are below or above average.

What is a social grade score and how does this relate to Crigglestone?

Most of the time, the social grade score of a city is what it takes to determine what the economic levels are like as this score refers to what type of jobs the people of the area generally work as. So, from highly skilled, managerial roles, to the manual labour workers of the UK, how does Crigglestone compare?

At the highest end of the scale (A) jobs that are managerial administrative or professional are all lumped into this category. On the other hand, there is the lowest grade (E) where workers who are on benefits, state pensions or work casual jobs fall into.

In Crigglestone, the percentage of people who work in the two highest skilled categories of this scale (A and B) is 20%.

So you can compare this data, here is the estimated grouping of the social grades of the UK for the general population. Adding the two highest categories of A and B and comparing this percentage to the high social grade score which combines A and B should give you a good comparison.

Social Score	Category	The proportion of the UK population (%)
A	Professional, managerial or administrative	4
B	Intermediate managerial or professional jobs	23
C1	Supervisory, junior managerial or professional jobs	29
C2	Skilled manual workers	21
D	Semi and unskilled manual workers	15
E	State pensioners, casual & lowest grade workers	8

Do the people of Crigglestone get to enjoy green space?

In the city of Crigglestone, there are 43.5 acres of green space per 1000 residents.

The charity, ‘Fields in Trusts’ recommends a minimum of 6 acres of green space per 1000 people so it is easy to see where Crigglestone is when seeing if green space availability is sufficient. This green space could be parks, nature reserves, public gardens or playing fields.

What is the education level like in Crigglestone?

In the city of Crigglestone, 23% people have a degree from a university. The higher this proportion is, in general, the more likely it is that the population is able to buy a house.

Interestingly, as people who have degrees go up, the average income of the area goes up too. You can see if there is a correlation, the average household income in the UK is price34,000 and the average income in Crigglestone is £40,850.

This should correspond with the average percentage of people in the UK who have degrees at 22.6%.

How much do people in Crigglestone earn?

While not always the case, the amount people earn can be associated with better schools in the area and perhaps a nicer environment to live in.

£40,850 is the average household income of the area. And the higher this figure is the more likely it is that there is a higher percentage of people with a social grade score in the A or B categories which is 20% for Crigglestone.

What are the asking prices for the houses for sale in the city of Crigglestone?

Average price of houses for sale in Crigglestone

Average asking price (1 bed)	no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (2 bed)	£162,911
Average asking price (3 bed)	£235,576
Average asking price (4 bed)	£402,854
Average asking price (5 bed)	£684,492

Based on this table, hopefully, you will be able to tell what type of house for sale is the most suitable for your budget. You can also consider the average asking price per square foot (£0) for houses for sale with this table to get a good idea as to whether Crigglestone is the right area to buy a house in for you.

When speaking about the city of Crigglestone, £264,081 is the asking price for a house for sale.

We have compiled a table of data so you can know the asking prices of the specific size of home you’re most interested in. As you can imagine, a family looking to move out with children would be after a larger house than someone living alone in Crigglestone.

The data is in fact very different compared to the number of rooms you’re interested in having in your home and the asking price also tends to go up in staggering amounts as you add rooms.

Invest in houses for sale in Crigglestone with the right professional advice

In today’s market with an abundance of homes available for sale, choosing the best house for sale can be challenging.
With several houses for sale to choose from, who will guide you through the process of choosing?
We have listed here below several experts and companies able to advise and support potential buyers.

The process of finding and investing in a house for sale can be lengthy and time-consuming, this is why we suggest you consult with the following professionals:

• Banks – Lend you the cash
• Insurance companies – Insure your new real estate investment
• Conveyancer – handles all the legal labour that is needed to proceed in buying a house for sale.
• Surveyor – Carries out an independent and complete property valuation of the house for sale
• Mortgage advisor – If you are thinking to get a mortgage to get the finances needed to afford to buy a house for sale, a mortgage advisor is the person you should be looking for
• EPC person – Always get a quote on the Energy Performance Certificate of the houses for sale listed in a certain city

Thinking about other cities with houses for sale?

Below are a list of towns with a similar location to Crigglestone.
Reading these analysis will help you evaluate the different houses for sale currently listed in North East:

• Billy-Row in North East
• Cayton in North East
• Allendale-Town in North East
• Bilton in North East
• Newland in North East

If you are interested in some other city or even region of the UK, please visit the following page houses for sale in the UK it contains all the data related to the houses for sale.

A house for sale that is right for you

What parameters impact the final price of a house for sale in Crigglestone?
Here below is our list with the most important ones:

• House for sale affordability – check out the (see house affordability guide)

  on the UK gov website to know more

• House Location – the actual location of a house for sale drastically changes the final price of a property

• Transports you can reach by foot – Commuting is part of our lives, especially in big cities, check it out before buying a house for sale.

• Number of bedrooms – Usually, the bigger the house for sale the more bedrooms it will have. For example, if you are a single person (or a couple) one bedroom will do.

• Energy Performance Certificate of the house for sale – Bad EPCs can result in thousands of pounds more in bills you will have to pay on an annual basis. Consider this when purchasing a new property.

• Internet connection – Having a quick internet connection is fundamental nowadays. Check the area of the house for sale to understand what the average internet speed is and see if it fits your needs

• Do you drive to the office? – If yes, ask about parking. Is it included in the house price?

• Special areas – Start by taking a look at the National Heritage list by the UK government. If a house listed for sale appears in the list, the future landlord won’t be able to invest in changes to the real estate asset.

• Houses for sale Conditions – When looking for houses for sale you should always consider the amount of time and money you will have to invest to complete the needed repairs, if any at all.