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Auchenhalrig – What to look for in houses for sale?

by | Nov 15, 2022

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Auchenhalrig can be a tough place to find accurate information like any city in the UK. Read on to learn about which data to stay on top of when looking at house for sale in Auchenhalrig.

On top of this, keep reading for detailed information on the demographics of Auchenhalrig in Moray. This is crucial in finding houses for sale in the UK, that are worth investing in for the long term too.

In Auchenhalrig, what is the asking price in general for a house for sale?

Average prices for the houses for sale in Auchenhalrig

Average asking price (1 bed) no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (2 bed) no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (3 bed) no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (4 bed) no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (5 bed) no relevant data for this city

Reading the table above should therefore give you a good idea of the type of house for sale that is within your budget in Auchenhalrig and if you may need to look at a different area in order to buy the type of house you can afford.

Also, noting the £0 should also give you an overview of what the asking price for houses for sale are in general.

Before a house gets sold, the figure it sells for always starts off as an asking price. This average asking price for the houses for sale in Auchenhalrig determines the eventual sale price of the house so it isn’t the most important figure but is still important to take note of. This figure is currently £208,333.

Below, there is a table showing the asking price of the different sizes of houses based on the number of bedrooms of the houses in Auchenhalrig.

In Auchenhalrig, what are the rental yields?

Most of the time, high deprivation levels signal that people cannot afford to sustain their living expenses. In Auchenhalrig, currently, no relevant data for this city people fall into this category.

Measuring this statistic against the nationwide average of 33% should give you a pretty good idea of where the city lies in the scale of poverty in the area and how much you can charge for rent in your ast (assured tenancy shorthold).

In Auchenhalrig, how has the number of houses changed?

Before making an investment and move forward with buying a house for sale, another important set of data an investor should analyse is the growth trends of the area in question.

Below are the forecasted growth rates for the city of Auchenhalrig at 1 year, 3 year and 5 year intervals:

1 year 3 years 5 years
Auchenhalrig growth rate -3% 9% no relevant data for this city

Examine this figure carefully as the addition of a lot of new houses to meet demand could mean that house price of the houses for sale in Auchenhalrig gradually reduces with an increase in the housing supply. This could be a good indicator to understand if your house will appreciate or not. Too many houses and too much supply could drive down the prices of homes or stagnate them. So be sure to check out what is exactly happening in Auchenhalrig.

What is the final sale price of a house in Auchenhalrig?

In Auchenhalrig, houses for sale are sold at an average of £176,320. In general, multiple factors impact this figure because lots of variables impact properties valuation. This can include the quality of the buildings in general, whether the population has grown, if there is demand for housing or if there is a low crime rate which would make the area more desirable.

In the table below, you can see for yourself how the average price of a house for sale looks based on the different sizes of housing in Auchenhalrig. The exact amount of variation between the types of housing depends on the local demand for particular types of houses in the area.

Housing category Total final sale price
Aerage sold price (detached) £210,887
Aerage sold price (semi-detached) £135,480
Aerage sold price (terraced) £113,612
Aerage sold price (flat) no relevant data for this city

As you can see above, for Auchenhalrig, price varies based on the type of house that is being sold. If these prices shock you it could be due to population change in the last 10 years of 2% where lots of movement may inflate or deflate house prices.

Housing category Sale price per square foot
Aerage sold price/sqft £1,490
Aerage sold price/sqft (new build) £1,450
Aerage sold price/sqft (old stock) £1,490

Looking at the second table about Auchenhalrig, you are able to tell which type of housing is most affordable to you as a buyer. However, for a general overview of what house price is, the average price per square foot for a house in Auchenhalrig is £1,490.

What kind of demographics does the city of Auchenhalrig have?

How much do people in Auchenhalrig earn?

As earning potential goes up in a city, so does the quality of schools in the area, the general infrastructure and the social grade score (no relevant data for this city). All in all, the area becomes a more desirable place to live in.

This is why it is vital to pay attention to how much people are making annually in any city you plan on making a house purchase in. In Auchenhalrig, this works out to be no relevant data for this city. This can be looked at alongside the average household income which is price34,000to estimate how affluent the area is.

In general, do people commit a lot of crime in Auchenhalrig?

Within Auchenhalrig, the number of people committing crimes is no relevant data for this city per 1000 people. This figure directly relates to the safety of residents in the area which is one of the biggest factors in whether an area is considered desirable or not.

As a result, someone looking to buy a house here hoping for it to appreciate in value or buying a house here to produce rental income should check out the crime rate and compare it carefully to the UK average of 79.52 for every 1000 people to see how safe people living there will be.

If the area’s crime rate is too high, this may result in you having to pay for the renovation of burglaries or pay a premium on home insurance as insurance companies will charge you more for living in a dangerous area. So analyse this no relevant data for this city figure carefully.

Have the people of Auchenhalrig grown in numbers?

The city of Auchenhalrig has a total population of 4808. 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 Auchenhalrig 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 Auchenhalrig

Over time, in the last five years, the population of the city of Auchenhalrig has changed by 0%. 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 0% 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 Auchenhalrig?

In the last 10 years, there has been a shift in the population of 2%.

Comparing this to the 5 year figure of Auchenhalrig 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.

Auchenhalrig in the county of Moray 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 Auchenhalrig is located in; Scotland.

Below, these demographics are talked about in headings that explain how the city has grown, what the education levels are like in Auchenhalrig, 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.

What’s a social grade score and how does it relate to Auchenhalrig?

In the city of Auchenhalrig and throughout the UK, the social grade score is assessed by observing what type of jobs people have and then grouping this into a grading system.

In general, the people at the top of the scale (the A category) have the highest paid, most skilled jobs and this is just 4% of the general UK population. On the lower end of the scale, people who are on benefits, state pensions and also manual workers all are grouped into this category that represents the most unskilled.

When trying to determine if the area of Auchenhalrig has an abundance of highly skilled workers, the top two categories are grouped together and given a percentage. This percentage is no relevant data for this city.

Below, you can see how this compares to the National average as the average for the top two categories nationwide is 27% (Adding together the A and B categories)

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

How educated are the people in Auchenhalrig?

In Auchenhalrig, the proportion of people who have a degree is no relevant data for this city. Generally speaking, as the number of people with degrees increases, the more people are able to afford houses to buy as a degree is a good indicator of a higher income. To put this into perspective, the average income of Auchenhalrig is no relevant data for this city.

This figure for average household income usually goes up alongside the percentage of people who have degrees.

However, this is not a hard and fast rule, there are many factors influencing the buying power of a population and hence the appreciation of housing and the number of houses for sale in the area. This can include the rental yields of the area and other demographic statistics like crime rate.

Nonetheless, it cannot be argued that those with degrees tend to live in more affluent areas as 82% of people who achieve a first in degree level education are owners of the place they live.

Are the deprivation levels of the UK any different to Auchenhalrig?

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 Auchenhalrig, in particular, the deprivation levels are no relevant data for this city.

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

In the city of Auchenhalrig, how much green space remains for residents?

In the UK, there are a range of cities which have a lot of green space. In some cases, green space can get as high as 49% of outdoor land like in the city of Edinburgh. When specifically talking about Auchenhalrig, the city has 80 per 1000 residents.

This can be compared to an average of 1.7 acres of green space per 1000 residents which is the UK’s national average. It is up to you to decide how much you’ll let the amount of green space impact your buying decision in Auchenhalrig.

A house for sale that is right for you

Find here below a list of criteria that we suggest you consider before looking for houses for sale in Auchenhalrig

  • affordability – the UK gov website comes in helpful when you want to understand (see what house for sale you can afford)

  • Geographic Location – the county and region across the UK you are considering to invest in are crucial factors to consider when browsing houses for sale.

  • Transport network of the house for sale – Hopefully, the pandemic stays in the past. Therefore, working from home may become less predominant than a couple of years ago. Check the commuting time of the house for sale you are considering buying.

  • Bedrooms in the house for sale – are you looking for houses for sale for yourself, for a couple or for the whole family? This condition will narrow down the number of houses for sale relevant to buy.

  • EPC of the house for sale – today more than ever, the energy performance of the properties for sale on the market should be one of the first things you check.

  • Broadband speed – having a good internet connection is crucial nowadays. Always check the available subscriptions available for the areas of the house for sale you want to purchase

  • Are you a car owner? – if yes, you will have to check for parking availability of the house for sale. Does it come with a garage included in the price?

  • Conservation areas – when browsing for houses for sale, we suggest you take a look at the National Heritage list. When a house for sale is included it means that it is not possible for the future homeowner to make changes to the property, both inside and outside.

  • Houses for sale Conditions – some properties, like new builds, need no repairs or works; other houses listed for sale may need some investment to restore them and some others may need a complete renovation. Someone looking for houses for sale should always think about how much time and money they are willing to invest to complete the needed repairs.

Professional advice for houses for sale in Auchenhalrig

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

Other cities in different locations you can consider to buy property

You can consult our list below that goes over a list of cities not necessarily in Scotland, allowing you to find similar places to Auchenhalrig:

You may also refer to our webpage specific to UK houses for sale to get an overview of the large number of cities in the area, houses for sale in the UK

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are a landlord, should you renovate a property in the city of Auchenhalrig?

If planning permissions are abundant in the vicinity of Auchenhalrig, it may look promising for landlords looking to renovate. With no relevant data for this city getting approved on a monthly basis, and a success rate of no relevant data for this city, these prospects flourish against a population of 4808. A comparative analysis against other locations across the UK will lend you a good perspective of this data.

On a monthly basis, how many property transactions take place in Auchenhalrig?

In Auchenhalrig, the monthly property transaction count reaches no relevant data for this city, a small percentage of the total house sales in the United Kingdom which equates to approximately 1.1 million.

What’s the year-over-year population change in Auchenhalrig or similar cities?

To work out how the population of Auchenhalrig has changed over time, you can look at the population change over a decade which is 2% and the change in a five year period two which falls at 0%. Compare the two and look at the population growth or decline in recent times to really make sure you have a good understanding of the population

How much are houses for sale priced at in the extended region of Auchenhalrig?

Currently, the mean asking price of a house in Auchenhalrig is £0, calculated using the average value per square foot

Is purchasing a house in Auchenhalrig considered a costly decision?

Ascertain the costliness of a property by examining a listed house for sale in relation to the prevailing average selling prices. In Auchenhalrig, this stands at £176,320, whereas the UK’s mean is £286,500.

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Donnell Bailey

Property expert

Donnell is a property expert focusing on the property market, he looks at a combination of legislation, information from property managers, letting agents and market trends to produce information to help landlords.

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