BN23Wealden

Wealden Coastal Commuter Belt

Wealden Coastal Commuter Belt investment guide. Average gross yield 5.3%, unknown rental demand.

5.3%avg gross yield

£274kavg sold price (475 sales, 12mo)

Unknownrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

5.3%

+5.3% vs Wealden avg (0.0%)

Average Asking Price

£273,575

high confidence (475 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,252

2-bed · 3-bed £1,553 · 6.0% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£327

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in BN23

1-bed

£931

per month

4.5% yield

2-bed

£1,252

per month

6.0% yield

3-bed

£1,553

per month

6.0% yield

4-bed

£2,000

per month

6.1% yield

Ownership mix

BN23 vs UK average · 16,846 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Distinct tenure mix: 38% owned outright (5pp higher than the UK average of 33%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

37.6%(UK 32.9%)

+4.7pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

28.6%(UK 29.7%)

-1.1pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

18.5%(UK 20.3%)

-1.8pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

15.3%(UK 17.1%)

-1.8pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in BN23

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	6.1%	£267,635	£1,363
Semi-detached →	5.4%	£286,000	£1,284
Detached →	4.9%	£357,500	£1,463
Flat →	7.6%	£200,500	£1,277

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About Wealden Coastal Commuter Belt (BN23, Wealden)

BN23 attracts property investors seeking solid yields in a residential coastal area. The 5.3% gross yield is competitive, with multi-bedroom properties delivering consistently strong returns between 6-6.1%, making this a balanced investment prospect for those targeting the rental market.

The tenant demographic skews towards families and professionals, evidenced by strong rental demand across 2, 3, and 4-bedroom properties. Single-bedroom units command lower yields (4.5%), suggesting this segment may appeal to a more limited tenant pool, likely younger renters or downsizers.

Investors should note that rental demand data is currently unknown, making it difficult to assess market velocity and competition. Property prices averaging £273,575 sit at the lower-to-mid range for South East England, but due diligence on local economic drivers, transport links, and employment centres is essential before committing capital.

Sold Price Trend - BN23

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

-2.1% over 2 years

Flip Activity - BN23

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

↑ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+27.7%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

14 mo

Flip rate

1.2%

of all sales

Recent case studies

kingfisher drive

Semi

Bought Sept 24

£278k

Sold Dec 25

£315k

15 mo+18.7%*

Gross 13.3%

magpie road

Detached

Bought Nov 24

£200k

Sold Aug 25

£368k

9 mo+86.7%*

Gross 83.8%

rise park gardens

Detached

Bought Feb 24

£256k

Sold Jun 25

£365k

16 mo+47.5%*

Gross 42.6%

the circus

Semi

Bought Feb 24

£270k

Sold Apr 25

£305k

14 mo+16.7%*

Gross 13.0%

la serena place

Terraced

Bought Feb 24

£315k

Sold Mar 25

£368k

14 mo+22.3%*

Gross 16.7%

byron walk

Semi

Bought Jan 24

£210k

Sold Mar 25

£310k

14 mo+55.0%*

Gross 47.6%

* 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 - BN23

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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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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