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SS14Basildon

Basildon Central & Suburbs

Basildon Central & Suburbs investment guide. Average gross yield 5.8%, unknown rental demand.

5.8%avg gross yield
£321kavg sold price (359 sales, 12mo)
Unknownrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
5.8%
-1.2% vs Basildon avg (7.0%)
Average Asking Price
£320,976
high confidence (359 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£1,487
2-bed · 3-bed £1,713 · 5.8% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£357
City avg £335/sqft · 22 above average
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in SS14
1-bed
£1,086
per month
4.4% yield
2-bed
£1,487
per month
5.8% yield
3-bed
£1,713
per month
5.9% yield
4-bed
£2,325
per month
7.3% yield
Ownership mix
SS14 vs UK average · 13,388 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
High social-rent share: 31% socially rented (14pp higher than the UK average of 17%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
23.0%(UK 32.9%)
-9.9pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
31.6%(UK 29.7%)
+1.9pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
14.8%(UK 20.3%)
-5.5pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
30.6%(UK 17.1%)
+13.5pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in SS14
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced5.7%£319,030£1,513
Semi-detached5.4%£360,000£1,608
Detached4.9%£418,114£1,703
Flat9.0%£178,894£1,347

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About Basildon Central & Suburbs (SS14, Basildon)

SS14 offers attractive gross yields of 5.8%, with particularly strong returns on larger properties—4-bedroom homes achieving 7.3% yields. At an average asking price of £320,976, the area provides accessible entry points for investors seeking steady rental income across a range of property sizes.

The tenant demographic spans professionals and families, with rental demand distributed across all bedroom types. Two, three, and four-bedroom properties show consistent yields (5.8-7.3%), suggesting a balanced tenant mix, though 1-bedroom yields of 4.4% indicate a smaller market segment for studios and compact units.

Investors should note that rental demand data remains unclear for this postcode, requiring local market research before commitment. Property performance varies significantly by bedroom count, so detailed comparable lettings data and void rates should be verified with local agents before purchase decisions.

Sold Price Trend - SS14
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
-42.4% over 2 years
Flip Activity - SS14
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
2
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+19.1%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
10 mo
Flip rate
0.3%
of all sales
Recent case studies
beeleigh east
Terraced
Bought Dec 24
£270k
Sold Dec 25
£325k
12 mo+16.5%*
Gross 20.4%
clickett hill
Terraced
Bought Apr 25
£245k
Sold Nov 25
£303k
8 mo+21.7%*
Gross 23.7%
* 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 - SS14
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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