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IP2 Babergh Town Centre

IP2 Babergh Town Centre investment guide. Average gross yield 5.1%, unknown rental demand.

5.1%avg gross yield
£215kavg sold price (336 sales, 12mo)
Unknownrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
5.1%
+5.1% vs Babergh avg (0.0%)
Average Asking Price
£215,000
high confidence (336 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£953
2-bed · 3-bed £1,138 · 6.1% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£246
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in IP2
1-bed
£741
per month
4.9% yield
2-bed
£953
per month
6.1% yield
3-bed
£1,138
per month
5.9% yield
Ownership mix
IP2 vs UK average · 17,207 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
High social-rent share: 27% socially rented (10pp higher than the UK average of 17%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
26.9%(UK 32.9%)
-6.0pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
25.6%(UK 29.7%)
-4.1pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
20.2%(UK 20.3%)
-0.1pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
27.3%(UK 17.1%)
+10.2pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in IP2
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced6.4%£204,364£1,082
Semi-detached5.8%£234,253£1,123
Detached4.3%£331,418£1,201
Flat9.2%£116,000£890

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About IP2 Babergh Town Centre (IP2, Babergh)

IP2 attracts investors seeking solid rental yields in an established market, with an average gross yield of 5.1% and asking prices around £215,000. The area offers good value entry points, particularly for 2-bedroom properties which yield 6.1% and represent a sweet spot between affordability and rental income.

The tenant demographic is likely mixed, comprising young professionals, families, and potentially students given the postcode's location within Babergh. 2-bedroom properties command the strongest rental performance at £953/month, suggesting demand for mid-sized family homes, while 1-bedroom units at £741/month cater to single occupants and couples.

Investors should note that rental demand data is currently unknown, making it essential to conduct local market research before committing. Yield consistency across bedroom sizes (4.9-6.1%) is encouraging, but understanding tenant turnover rates, void periods, and local economic drivers will be critical to validating investment decisions in this area.

Sold Price Trend - IP2
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
+2.0% over 2 years
Flip Activity - IP2
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
1
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+35.3%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
13 mo
Flip rate
0.2%
of all sales
Recent case studies
lavenham road
Detached
Bought Jan 24
£176k
Sold Feb 25
£245k
13 mo+35.3%*
Gross 38.9%
* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.
Planning & Licensing - IP2
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect
HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.
Selective LicensingNot in effect
Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect
No Article 4 directions in this LPA. Selective/additional licensing not yet verified.
Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.
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