26 properties are sold from Rightmove and other listing platforms every single month in the UK. In this article we plan to go over how to buy one of these properties and also how to rent from the platform of Rightmove too.
Bridgwater contains a lot of information so read carefully and start to consider how to make sure you are involved in a beneficial property deal, whether you are buying or renting.
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On Rightmove in Bridgwater, what properties are available to rent?
Analysing the rate of education in Bridgwater from Rightmove
When considering Bridgwater, its population reaches 46070 individuals. It is useful to note that around 16% of the residents have attained a higher level of education and the average household income in the area is £42,548.61. Renters should take note that if the percentage of degree holders exceeds the regional average of 22.6%, it suggests that your neighbours are likely to be higher earners. While other factors contribute to neighbour quality, observing educational levels remains valuable.
What is the Rightmove data regarding social rent and affordable housing in Bridgwater?
There is often a negative stigma attached to affordable housing and social rent. If you are looking for Rightmove data concerning this, the percentage of people renting from the government is: 10%. Also, in Bridgwater, the average amount that people earn per household is £42,548.61. These are not standalone figures so it is important to compare this data to other factors such as the crime rate and also visit an area in person to truly see what it is like. Take these figures with a pinch of salt as there are areas that are unsafe in the UK where people earn a higher wage such as some areas in Central London. On the other hand, there are places with high amounts of social rent where crime rate isn’t high at all like in Ardwick, Manchester. People earn a humble average household income of £30,450 yet the rate of crime is just 1 out of every 1000 people.
Not everyone wants to buy a house, in the below headings, we go over what is useful to know when renting a property instead. Consider paying letting agents fees if you don’t want to find tenants yourself. Also, once you have researched your area in detail, make sure you have the right AST to sign them with.
In the city of Bridgwater, regarding Rightmove, what would it look like living in a HMO?
Prospective tenants should be aware of the average asking price for a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), which currently stands at no relevant data for this city.
Tenants should also consider how significant, if at all, the saving in rent is when comparing the price to rent in a normal house you do not have to share in Bridgwater.
Renting an HMO can provide a more affordable alternative to traditional rental arrangements and for context, there are a predicted 13,500 licenced HMOs in London. In Bridgwater, there are nan for comparison so you are able to tell how abundant this type of property is.
Do not think that all HMOs have to be small rooms with a lack of space either, you also have the option to rent out a HMO with an ensuite. The average rents for this type of room stands at £602.
From Rightmove listings, what is the availability of green space in Bridgwater
Green space is highly recommended for everyone’s well-being, but it is often compromised. Urban areas, in particular, tend to have insufficient green space compared to the recommended benchmark of 6 acres per thousand people according to Fields in Trust seen here. In Bridgwater, the current data indicates that there are 20.1 acres of green space available per thousand residents. By comparing this figure to the recommended standard of 6, we can assess the adequacy of green space in the area based on Rightmove data.
Properties for sale in Bridgwater on Rightmove
What are properties sold for on average on Rightmove?
In the area of Bridgwater in the UK, the average sold price of a property is around £192,251. This is based on the average of all of the types of property listed on Rightmove and other listing platforms. Take a look below to see how this average is made up:
| Type of property | Average sold price |
|---|---|
| detached house | £271,493 |
| Semi detached house | £203,062 |
| Terraced house | £162,006 |
| Flat | £116,094 |
From Bridgwater’s Rightmove data, what are the number of planning permission applications?
82 out of every 100 applications for planning permission in the UK results in a success according to recent data. When it comes to Bridgwater, the people who own homes in this area have a rate of planning success of nan. Individuals usually seek to modify their properties and apply for planning permission whenever they are trying to increase the value of a home.
This means investors should take note of this data in Bridgwater. An above-average success rate indicates that property renovations have been proven to work and are repeatable or it could mean that a lot of the properties in the area are very simple in design. This presents an opportunity for investors to assess successful strategies in the area and adopt similar approaches and of the 9 that take place each month, this is likely the case a lot of the time.
How to invest in property in Bridgwater using Rightmove data
In the area, average asking rents are around £939. This tends to differ depending on the size of the property you are buying and the number of rooms they have. You can read more about these metrics below. For reference, the yields in the area are £0.
Combining the data of yield with the price of rent can give you a good idea about the types of investments in the area. For instance, if a property has a low yield and also low rents, it is likely a lower return, single family buy to let in a less in demand area of Bridgwater.
| Average asking rent | Number of bedrooms in house |
|---|---|
| no relevant data for this city | 5 |
| no relevant data for this city | 4 |
| £898 | 3 |
| no relevant data for this city | 2 |
| TA6 | 1 |
It is worth noting that the more homes sell on a monthly basis, the more buyers and competition there tend to be. This figure for Bridgwater is talked about below and in the following headings.
Exploring Bridgwater’s real estate investment potential on Rightmove
In the area of Bridgwater, Rightmove records consistent sales of 26 properties each month, generating an average yearly turnover of 1.22. This turnover is just from property sales relative to the properties that there already are and 9% is the population change over ten years.
All of these pieces of data should be looked at as a whole and considered based on what you are looking for as an investor. For example, if an area’s population is declining and their turnover is above average (22%), it could indicate that there are a large number of people moving out of the area.
Sometimes, you aren’t able to find the right property in your area on Rightmove. So, check out if you want to keep looking in your wider UK region of South West by looking at further houses for sale here.
Linking rental yields with Rightmove property listings in Bridgwater
Bridgwater averages at £0 for rental yield and this should be looked at in comparison with the average for the UK which tends to fluctuate around 4.4%. Having said this, rental yields can drop as low as 1% in the central areas of London and rise to as high as 9% in areas with high rental demand such as Stoke.
Yield, which is £0 in Bridgwater, is worked out by dividing the net rental income of a property by the purchase price.
FAQ
In the city of Bridgwater, what is the median property price?
Currently, the average worth of a property in the UK stands at £286,000. Focusing locally on Bridgwater, the mean selling price for houses in the area is £192,251. You can look at these two numbers and see if the price in the area is higher or lower than what is the average figure for the rest of the UK.
In the process of property hunting on Rightmove in Bridgwater, do hidden costs come into play?
Landlords should remain attentive to several financial considerations. These may include but are not limited to the costs of running the property, the rate of stamp duty and renovation costs.
Based on Rightmove’s information, what’s the level of criminal activity in the Bridgwater area?
The ongoing crime rate in Bridgwater indicates 15500% instances for every 1000 citizens.
What’s the frequency of property sales per month in Bridgwater as reported by listing portals?
To evaluate what listing portals like Rightmove would infer about the amount of properties that are being sold, you can look at the houses sold each month which is 26. Typically, the higher this figure is, the more likely it is that this area is highly sought after and there is a strong buyer demand. Check out the property sales in a similar area in order to find a comparison.
On Rightmove, what is the average price of a three-bed property in Bridgwater?
The average price for a property that has three bedrooms is £898. This can be compared to average property prices
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