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Canton & Riverside Regeneration

Canton & Riverside Regeneration investment guide. Average gross yield 6.5%, balanced market rental demand.

6.5%avg gross yield
£236kavg sold price (623 sales, 12mo)
Balanced marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
6.5%
-1.0% vs Cardiff avg (7.5%)
Average Asking Price
£235,630
high confidence (623 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£1,171
2-bed · 3-bed £1,533 · 6.4% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£278
City avg £270/sqft · 8 above average
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in CF24
1-bed
£876
per month
6.0% yield
2-bed
£1,171
per month
6.4% yield
3-bed
£1,533
per month
7.4% yield
4-bed
£2,032
per month
8.7% yield
Ownership mix
CF24 vs UK average · 29,555 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Landlord-heavy: 49% privately rented (btl) (28pp higher than the UK average of 20%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
15.5%(UK 32.9%)
-17.4pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
19.6%(UK 29.7%)
-10.1pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
48.5%(UK 20.3%)
+28.2pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
16.4%(UK 17.1%)
-0.7pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in CF24
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced6.9%£248,527£1,432
Semi-detached7.4%£237,697£1,462
Detached4.8%£334,669£1,345
Flat9.6%£135,940£1,086

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About Canton & Riverside Regeneration (CF24, Cardiff)

CF24 presents a balanced investment proposition with a 6.5% gross yield and an average property price of £235,630, making it accessible to mid-range investors. The rental market demonstrates healthy demand across all property sizes, with stronger yields on larger units—particularly 4-bedroom properties achieving 8.7%—suggesting good returns for those targeting family accommodation.

The tenant demographic is mixed and stable, reflecting a balanced market with consistent demand across 1 to 4-bedroom units. The area attracts both young professionals and families, supported by rent growth incrementally increasing with property size, indicating reliable tenant retention potential across different household types.

Investors should monitor broader Cardiff regeneration timelines and infrastructure developments, as CF24's appeal is partly dependent on ongoing investment in the area. Property condition and rental management costs warrant careful assessment, as older stock may require maintenance investment; comparing individual property yields against the 6.5% average is essential before committing capital.

Sold Price Trend - CF24
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
-57.1% over 2 years
Flip Activity - CF24
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
1
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+16.7%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
18 mo
Flip rate
0.1%
of all sales
Recent case studies
strathnairn street
Terraced
Bought Jul 23
£240k
Sold Jan 25
£285k
18 mo+16.7%*
Gross 18.8%
* 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 - CF24
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
Article 4 directions cover parts of Cardiff. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.
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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