What is it like buying a house in Biddulph?

Biddulph 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 Staffordshire.
Before looking for a house for sale in the city of Biddulph 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 Biddulph.

In Biddulph, what are the demographics like?

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

Most of the time, high deprivation levels signal that people cannot afford to sustain their living expenses. In Biddulph, currently, 28% 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.

What does the population of Biddulph look like?

The city of Biddulph has a total population of 20,197. 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 Biddulph 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 Biddulph

Over time, in the last five years, the population of the city of Biddulph has changed by 1%. 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 1% 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 Biddulph?

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

Comparing this to the 5 year figure of Biddulph 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.

How much green space is available to residents of Biddulph?

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 Biddulph, 17.7 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 Biddulph.

What’s the crime rate in Biddulph?

For every one thousand people living in Biddulph, 58 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 58 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.

In Biddulph, how educated are people in general?

The number of people as a percentage who have been through university and gained a degree is 20%. The ability to buy a home is greatly influenced by the number of people who have degrees. £39,500 is the amount people in Biddulph are earning.

As you can tell, this figure along with the number of people who have degrees roughly correlate. For reference, the percentage of people who have degrees in the UK is 22.6% and the average household income is.

As a general rule, the bigger the difference between this 22.6% figure and the percentage of people with a degree in Biddulph, the bigger the difference in the ability to earn and hence buy a house. A higher number of degrees will increase the potential for people to earn and hence the buying power of the population. This will also push up the price of houses in the area.

Nonetheless, making accurate estimates for the appreciation of homes must be done with other pieces of data in mind such as the rental yields or perhaps the crime rate of the area to name some examples.

The city of Biddulph, situated in Staffordshire, is a particularly impressive part of the UK because of the specific demographics of the location.

In the below headings, the city of Biddulph and its demographics will be compared to its wider location (West Midlands). This includes population size, growth and population education now and into the future.

These statistics are heavily influenced by socio-economic factors and as a result this also shapes the projected house price of the houses for sale in Biddulph. So, taking a good look at the data is essential to understand the area you are considering to buy in.

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

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 Biddulph in grades A or B which are the highest skilled roles in the country is 18%. Realistically, you can expect workers in this category to earn a higher salary too.

For comparison, £39,500 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 18%.

What salary does the community in Biddulph take home?

Typically, as people earn more money, the more they are able to afford and the better house prices in the area because demand goes up. You could also infer that the amenities such as schools, parks and public areas are generally of high quality as a result.

For these reasons, it could be argued that areas where people earn more money are generally nicer arrears to live in which also attracts more people as a result and further drives up house prices in the area.

To see if this phenomenon occurs in Biddulph. Compare the area’s average household income of £39,500 to the average household income in the UK at price34,000. Adding to this, compare it with the figure for the highest social grade score too at 18% for more conclusive data on the affluence of the area.

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

In Biddulph, how has the number of houses changed?

Whenever you are thinking about looking for houses for sale in Biddulph, think about how the city is growing and how this may impact the overall growth of the area.

Comparing the growth at different time periods would be a great way to assess whether the growth has slowed down, remained the same or perhaps stagnated over the years.

	1 year	3 years	5 years
Biddulph growth rate	-5%	11%	15%

As the population of Biddulph grows, this may also push up the price of the houses for sale. More people would be looking to buy homes and permanently live in the area. This demand helps a home appreciate. However, this isn’t always true because some cities build a lot of houses too to match the supply.

The figure of rental yield is commonly looked at by investors who wish to increase their income by investing in areas where rental yields of the houses for sale are higher. Usually, the higher the rental yield, the more attractive a house for sale is for an investor.

Nonetheless, there are also instances where an investor will go with a house with lower yields in order to benefit from the appreciation of a house too which is why it’s vital to look in to all the details of Biddulph.

The data below shows the rental yield, rent turnover and the percentage of the money made on the sale of a house. The data is broken down into the county city is in (Staffordshire) as well as the broader region; West Midlands.

	Average Yield	Average Asking rent	Turnover (rental)	Turnover (sale)
Biddulph	no relevant data for this city	no relevant data for this city	no relevant data for this city	21.0%
Staffordshire	3.76%	£767	113.22%	20.39%
West Midlands	3.89%	£877	119.29%	20.00%

Also, you can compare other data to the table above such as the number of houses sold per month in Biddulph which is 16 and get a better understanding of the housing market.

This is great if you want to gauge if investors are actively looking for houses for sale in the area over other areas in the UK which may be an induction of how profitable Biddulph is to invest in. Both in terms of rental yield and capital appreciation.

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

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

Houses for sale, are sold on average in Biddulph, after the influence of these factors, at £173,208 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 2% over the last 10 years.

Housing category	Total final sale price
Aerage sold price (detached)	£231,586
Aerage sold price (semi-detached)	£145,574
Aerage sold price (terraced)	£119,000
Aerage sold price (flat)	£80,408

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

Housing category	Sale price per square foot
Aerage sold price/sqft	£1,960
Aerage sold price/sqft (new build)	£1,850
Aerage sold price/sqft (old stock)	£1,900

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 Biddulph is £1,960.

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 asking prices for the houses for sale in the city of Biddulph?

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 Biddulph 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 £223,098.

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 Biddulph.

Average asking prices for houses for sale in Biddulph

Average asking price (1 bed)	no relevant data for this city
Average asking price (2 bed)	£173,743
Average asking price (3 bed)	£227,113
Average asking price (4 bed)	£337,569
Average asking price (5 bed)	no relevant data for this city

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 Biddulph is the right area to buy a house in for you.

Advice from experts on properties for sale in Biddulph

Considering all the above data and information provided, you may want know who can help you buy a house for sale.
Lots of professionals offer property investors and first-time buyers advice and assistance in dealing with the process of acquiring a house for sale.

Below, you can find a list of professionals that come in handy when looking for houses for sale:

• Lender – Is someone capable of lending you the money you need to complete the purchase of the house for sale
• Insurer – Insurance companies provide building insurances and other financial products you need to protect your real estate assets
• Conveyancer – This professional will take care of the legal work needed when looking for a house for sale
• Surveyor – Use this professional to assess the condition of the house for sale you are willing to buy, get an independent valuation and feel more comfortable when negotiating the final price
• Mortgage broker or adviser – Different buyers can access different mortgages to buy a house for sale. Let the mortgage broker suggest to you which one is the best given your financial situation
• Energy professional – Nowadays is more important than ever, to get professional advice on the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) of the house for sale you are considering as your next investment

A house for sale appropriate to your needs

What parameters impact the final price of a house for sale in Biddulph?
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.

Are you considering other cities with houses for sale?

See here below a list of cities in the same UK region of Biddulph which is West Midlands. You might want to consider these as alternatives for your next real estate investment:

• Caldecott in West Midlands
• Enville in West Midlands
• Horsehay in West Midlands
• Kempsey in West Midlands
• Earlswood in West Midlands

Or, visit our dedicated page on the houses for sale data for the whole of the UK – houses for sale in the UK.