How much does a house for sale cost in Borthwick?

Whenever looking for a house for sale in the UK or in Borthwick, it is vital you look at the market trends and house price fluctuations in the wider area of Midlothian too. House prices of houses for sale can change even among different streets very close to each other so, as a landlord, it would be a good idea to be familiar with the area of Borthwick.

In this article, we will be looking at the city of Borthwick in detail so you know how to navigate the area and have a better understanding on where to invest.

In general, what do houses for sale sell for in Borthwick?

As well as looking at the asking price for house for sale in Borthwick, a sensible homeowner or investor will also consider the final price a house sells for. This final price may be influenced by elements like the amount people are earning in the area and what opportunities for employment there are in Borthwick.

Houses for sale, are sold on average in Borthwick, after the influence of these factors, at £198,950 as a result. And may be on the rise or decline depending on a combination of variables such as the crime rate, or population growth which was 13% over the last 10 years.

Housing category	Total final sale price
Aerage sold price (detached)	£265,478
Aerage sold price (semi-detached)	£190,751
Aerage sold price (terraced)	£173,632
Aerage sold price (flat)	£118,282

This table above shows the average sale price for each variation of houses for sale in Borthwick.

Housing category	Sale price per square foot
Aerage sold price/sqft	£2,120
Aerage sold price/sqft (new build)	£1,690
Aerage sold price/sqft (old stock)	£2,080

This final table looks at the price per square foot of houses for sale. Looking at the final table, you can take a further average and conclude that the average price per square foot of houses in general in Borthwick is £2,120.

This statistic can be used to compare the price of housing between housing categories again or even compare the price for a different city.

How are rental yields of the houses for sale different to the rest of the UK in Borthwick?

Is the housing market in Borthwick growing?

The growth of an area like Borthwick 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
Borthwick growth rate	-13%	-5%	no relevant data for this city

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 Borthwick if you want to find out the exact reasons for the housing change.

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 Borthwick to Midlothian and the broader suburb of the UK; Scotland.

	Average Yield	Average Asking rent	Turnover (rental)	Turnover (sale)
Borthwick	no relevant data for this city	no relevant data for this city	no relevant data for this city	39.0%
Midlothian	4.89%	£1,194	140.00%	46.89%
Scotland	5.48%	£871	125.36%	59.40%

Let’s assume you want to sell the house you’re looking to buy in Borthwick for profit in the future, in this case, looking at the data for the number of houses sold per month in Borthwick would give you an idea of whether the area is actively getting new investors. This figure is 10.

It is vital you be careful with this figure however as the data can suggest something that isn’t true in Borthwick. 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 any important statistics about the population of Borthwick?

Borthwick in the county of Midlothian 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 Borthwick 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 Borthwick, 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 deprivation levels of the UK any different to Borthwick?

Deprivation of a city is defined as the number of people who are considered to not be earning enough to sustain their lifestyle. The UK average of deprivation nationwide is 33% so comparing the figure of no relevant data for this city for Borthwick should give you a nice idea of the deprivation in the area.

What salary does the community in Borthwick take home?

By and large, a higher household income in a population can have positive effects on the crime rate and the quality of space. This is due to the fact that higher earners tend to buy houses where there are better schools and more desirable amenities that impact the quality of life someone has.

In Borthwick, the average income is no relevant data for this city. Measuring this figure against the average household income for the UK of price34,000 should tell you if the city is higher or lower earning.

When buying a house, use this statistic with other factors when making a decision too like the crime rate or the social grade score of no relevant data for this city to decide on what the demographics are like in the area.

In Borthwick, what is the social grade score?

The social grade of a city is useful when searching for a house for sale because it tells you what kind of jobs people have in the area. For example, there could be a lot of skilled manual workers or there could be a lot of pensioners and people on benefits.

The scale goes from a social grade of an A who are high managerial, administrative or professional workers to an E where people in this category are on state pensions, casual workers or unemployed on state benefits.

The number of people in Borthwick in grades A or B which are the highest skilled roles in the country is no relevant data for this city. Realistically, you can expect workers in this category to earn a higher salary too.

For comparison, no relevant data for this city is the average household income of the area. You can see how this figure is congruent with the number of people in the top two categories of the social grade at no relevant data for this city.

In Borthwick, how educated are people in general?

In the city of Borthwick, no relevant data for this city 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 Borthwick is no relevant data for this city.

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

In the city of Borthwick, is there a lot of green space?

There are cities in the UK such as Edinburgh and Bristol that have a higher percentages of green space with Edinburgh being the most at 49%. The city of Borthwick currently has 40.3 for every 1000 residents.

Green space helps the quality of people’s mental health as well as fight against diseases like obesity. As studies have shown that the proximity of people to green spaces in the UK has a positive impact on the physical health of people in the UK and Borthwick in this case.

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

In Borthwick, for every 1000 people, there is currently a crime rate of no relevant data for this city. This can be compared to the national average of 79.52 for every 1000 people.

Low crime rates are desirable for your safety as a homeowner. Even if you don’t tend to leave the house too often and tend to not mind living in a slightly more dangerous area. Things like burglaries are always a possibility which could harm your ability to pay for home insurance and also may force you to install additional security in your home that can cost you further.

Having said this, you can look at the crime rate on a deeper level to find out what the threats are exactly. It could be the case that a proportion of these crimes (no relevant data for this city for every 1000 people) come from things like anti-social behaviour rather than more serious crimes like violence and sexual offences.

If this is the case you may be more willing to look over a high crime rate within the areas you’re looking to buy a home.

In the city of Borthwick, has the population grown or shrunk?

In total, the number of people in Borthwick is 7,875. This figure can be used to estimate the appreciation of the houses but it is also important you look at the population growth figure in order to make this more accurate.

Whether a large population benefits you as a landlord is dependent on what you want from a home. A large population is great if you have children who prefer the bustle of crowds in cities but there are also those who purposely want to buy somewhere rural.

You may also be able to find a balance of both where there are shops, restaurants and entertainment and also rural areas all within a short distance which may be the case ni Borthwick, depending on where exactly you are.

How has Borthwick changed in the past five years?

Five years provides enough time for a city to grow dramatically. It may be the case that the population grows or shrinks but the city of Borthwick has changed by 7%. Read more here

It is also helpful to compare this data to a longer time period like 10 years like in the below subheading. If the population trend of growth or decline has been there for a longer period of time you’ll be able to tell if 7% is a recent change or not.
Click here to know more on the UK population trends.

In the last decade, what is the difference in population in Borthwick?

13% has been the population growth change in the past 10 years.

Usually, this is more of a conservative figure compared to the five year change of a city.

Industrial changes can also be the reason for this shift but it could also be due to immigration or emigration. Bringing people in or out of the area.

The recent global pandemic has also shifted the number of people living in cities as people realise they can now work remotely. It may be that the people of a Borthwick have seen a more desirable way of working, moving to make themselves more comfortable in their careers.

For example, the population of the South west of England has seen a massive increase in population because workers want to move there to benefit from the slightly better weather, lower house prices and also the rural area. Nonetheless, they can also benefit from travelling to the capital city of the UK, London.

Asking price in Borthwick for a house for sale

Table showing the asking prices for houses for sale in Borthwick

Average asking price (1 bed)	no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (2 bed)	£163,307
Average asking price (3 bed)	£238,799
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 Borthwick 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.

On average, in Borthwick, the asking price for a house for sale in the area is £225,453.

The below table puts this figure into perspective as you can see the various average sale prices of the different type of houses for sale in Borthwick. From a 1 bedroom house up to a 5 bedroom house.

As you can imagine, as the price goes up, the size of a room also goes up and in general, the larger a house is, the more you can expect the sale price to be as well.

Advice from experts on properties for sale in Borthwick

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

A house for sale that is right for you

Criterias that have an impact on the actual price of a house for sale have been listed here below. Consider them all to find the perfect houses for sale in Borthwick.

• Affordability – check this article from the UK government to find out (see what house for sale you can afford)

• Location – if the house for sale is in the city centre rather than further out, this may be why it is more expensive than the market average.

• Transports near the house for sale – Being able to use public transports is a huge plus for a house, especially in big cities. This will have an impact on the price as well.

• Bedrooms – the more bedrooms there are in a house for sale, the more tenants a buy to let investors will be able to host, therefore, realistically the price will also increase.

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

• Wi-Fi speed – We recommend you check the internet plans available for the areas where you are considering to buy a house for sale

• Are you a motorist? – If yes, filter out your searches and compare prices of houses for sale with parking availability. Remember, a car parking space can cost as much as £400 per month

• Conditions of the house for sale – New builds and properties that were recently built usually need little to no repairs; instead, other houses for sale may require consistent or structural maintenance. These investments that can be both expensive and laborious to complete. Before making your offer for a house for sale you should always carefully assess this criteria.

houses for sale in other cities in the UK

Examine this short list of cities belonging to Scotland, the same region where Borthwick is located.

• Cadham in Scotland
• Charlestown in Scotland
• Kilmarnock in Scotland
• Armadale in Scotland
• Bucklerheads in Scotland

If none of these is of your interest, we suggest you visit our landing page with all data related to the houses for sale in the UK.