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Adfa – What to look for in houses for sale?

Whenever looking for a house for sale in the UK or in Adfa, it is vital you look at the market trends and house price fluctuations in the wider area of Powys 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 Adfa.

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

What is the asking price on average of houses for sale in Adfa?

When speaking about the city of Adfa, £237,549 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 Adfa.

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.

The average asking price for the houses for sale in the city of Adfa

Average asking price (1 bed) no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (2 bed) £162,711
Average asking price (3 bed) £214,630
Average asking price (4 bed) £367,368
Average asking price (5 bed) no relevant data for this city

The tables should give you a generic view of what the prices of the houses for sale are like. To close things off in terms of the house asking price, the average asking price for the house for sale in the whole of Adfa is £0. This should show you the general prices overall and for individual types of houses too.

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

As well as looking at the asking price for house for sale in Adfa, 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 Adfa.

Houses for sale, are sold on average in Adfa, after the influence of these factors, at £168,533 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 0% over the last 10 years.

Housing category Total final sale price
Aerage sold price (detached) £228,562
Aerage sold price (semi-detached) £146,287
Aerage sold price (terraced) £115,101
Aerage sold price (flat) £83,961

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

Housing category Sale price per square foot
Aerage sold price/sqft £1,720
Aerage sold price/sqft (new build) £1,650
Aerage sold price/sqft (old stock) £1,630

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 Adfa is £1,720.

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

What are the people like in Adfa?

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

Providing the right amount of green space for people in the UK is a difficult subject because there are clear benefits for human health but at the same time, it is hard to make sure all areas of the UK can get enough greenery. This is a result of land being already in use in cities where most people live.

In Adfa, 10.2 is the amount of acres of outdoor space there is for every 1000 people. Charities such as ‘Fields in Trust’ recommend there to be at least 6 acres. This should allow you to conclude whether this green space is sufficient for you if you are interested in buying in Adfa.

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

For every one thousand people living in Adfa, 124 commits crimes and are prosecuted. Coming to a conclusion as to whether all the other factors of your house purchase like the house price justify this figure when contrasting it with the UK average of 79.52 is something you should do as a homeowner.

It could be that the crime rate is higher than you expected but there it is worth the population growth, appreciation of the house and worth the relative price you are purchasing the house for.

Nonetheless, the crime rate of 124 is not a statistic that should just be ignored as you could have to pay more for things like home insurance and install additional security on your house if the rate is particularly high.

Either way, burglaries are not something you would want to encounter in a house. Whether that be a house you are living in or a house you are renting out to tenants.

What is the education level like in Adfa?

Interestingly, the percentage of people who have a degree in the city of Adfa is 20%. Most of the time, the more people that have a degree, the higher the average household income and the more likely someone is to be able to afford to purchase a house. For example, the average income of the citizens in the area of Adfa is £32,600.

Generally, areas with high numbers of people with a degree are also areas with more people likely to be home owners and therefore the value of houses and relative prices of the houses for sale are more likely to go up too.

Nonetheless, making predictions about the appreciation of a house also has to be considered alongside other factors like population growth and the rental yields of the area.

However, most of the time, being educated is a good indication of affluence with 82% of people graded a first in tertiary education going on to eventually own a house.

Is the city of Adfa deprived?

The number of people who are deprived can have an impact on the perception of your house in the general marketplace. Additionally, if you are looking for a house to live in for the long term, you can start to picture what your neighbours and the people in your area live like financially.

If the proportion of deprivation of Adfa is 26% and in general for the UK this figure is somewhere around 33%, you can see if this figure is something you are happy with as you search for a house to buy.

Adfa within Powys is notable for the type of people that live there. The statistics below show how this is the case.

As you read on, Adfa will be looked at by comparing it to the local region, as well as comparing it to the wider region too (Wales). From what the population of the city is to how it’s growing as well as factors like the overall crime rate.

This data is impacted by the history of the area and what kind of industry there is around. All of which also impact house prices which is crucial for you to understand as you look at houses for sale in Adfa.

What salary does the community in Adfa take home?

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 (15%). 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 Adfa, this works out to be £32,600. This can be looked at alongside the average household income which is price34,000to estimate how affluent the area is.

Have the people of Adfa grown in numbers?

In the UK in general and specifically in the region in question, large population sizes can be good indications that there are a lot of people in the area looking for houses for sale which can drive up demand and therefore impact the cost. You should also check to see if the population is growing in the area too to show an increasing demand, this is even better. Currently, the total population of Adfa is 16,021.

Sometimes, smaller populations can have higher buyer demand than large populations on the other hand. This is because the price of houses and hence the demand for houses is based on a variety of variables.

The most important variable is the location of the houses for sale in the city of Adfa.

In Adfa, how has the population changed over the last five years?

In the last five years, over time, the change in population size was 0%. Looking at this figure can inform you of the buyer demand for the houses for sale in the area. Read more here

This may mean that the city has now started to slow down in terms of population growth or it may mean the city is also building a lot of houses which would indicate the supply of houses for sale will be matching the demand.

Making predictions about the future growth of Adfa is hence important in making a decision if capital appreciation of your real estate investment is something you’re after as a landlord.

Comparing this figure for the 5 year growth (0%) as well as the ten year growth in the subheading below should allow you to make some accurate forecasts on the growth rate. Click here to know more on the UK population trends.

Adfa population difference over 10 years?

The population has adjusted in the area of Adfa by 0% in the most recent decade. This change is even more useful when compared alongside the figure for the five year growth of the area too.

This will tell you if the population is changing at the moment or if change is more recent. Through this a landlord can accurately look at the fluctuations in population size of the area over time and therefore better understand the trend of the houses for sale in Adfa.

To make an example, the town of Salford which is a part of Manchester has seen a 10% increase in population. house price has therefore followed.

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

The social grade score is a good indicator of what type of jobs people generally work in the area. Whether that be working in the primary sector, secondary sector, tertiary sector or maybe the quaternary sector of jobs.

The scale is slightly different to this though on a scale of A to E. A refers to people who are in the most skilled, managerial roles whereas E include people such as casual workers.

In Adfa, the percentage of people in the two highest categories, A and B is 15%. This figure includes people who are therefore most likely to be more skilled and have higher paid jobs.

When contrasting these figures, the average household income for the area is £32,600. This income will generally get bigger as the percentage of people in the A and B categories go up too (15%).

Why you should consider the average rental yield when searching for houses for sale in Adfa

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 Adfa to Powys and the broader suburb of the UK; Wales.

Average Yield Average Asking rent Turnover (rental) Turnover (sale)
Adfa no relevant data for this city no relevant data for this city no relevant data for this city 14.0%
Powys 4.70% £629 no relevant data for this city 13.11%
Wales 4.28% £861 133.18% 14.84%

Let’s assume you want to sell the house you’re looking to buy in Adfa for profit in the future, in this case, looking at the data for the number of houses sold per month in Adfa 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 Adfa. 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.

Is the housing market in Adfa growing?

The growth of an area like Adfa 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
Adfa growth rate 3% 18% 23%

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

Who can help you buy a house for sale in Adfa?

House for sale in the same UK region

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

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.

Nowadays, there are so many properties on the real estate market that it can be difficult to decide which one is the best house for sale for you.
So, who can help you navigate the process of choosing a house for sale?
The number of professionals that offer real estate investors advice and assistance is broad and when it comes to dealing with houses for sale, the process can be complex.

Find here a list of those that can help when buying a house for sale:

  • Moneylender – lends you the sum of money you need to buy the house for sale you are looking for
  • Insurance agent – A firm that provides several insurances and protections for the house for sale that might become your future house
  • Solicitor – A person or company that will sort out the legal work needed before buying a house for sale
  • Civil engineer – Also called surveyor, he or she will provide you with an independent valuation of the house for sale you are willing to buy
  • Mortgage advisor – Realistically, you will need a mortgage in order to afford to buy a house for sale. Mortgage advisors will guide you and propose the best mortgage deals based on your financial records
  • EPC specialist – Especially nowadays, getting professional advice on the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) of the house for sale you are considering buying is crucial

Choose the right house for sale that suits your needs

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 Adfa.

  • 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.