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Huntingdon Town Centre & Surrounds

Huntingdon Town Centre & Surrounds investment guide. Average gross yield 5.2%, landlord's market rental demand.

5.2%avg gross yield
£235kavg sold price (691 sales, 12mo)
Landlord's marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
5.2%
+5.2% vs Huntingdonshire avg (0.0%)
Average Asking Price
£235,000
high confidence (691 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£1,078
2-bed · 3-bed £1,171 · 6.1% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£266
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in PE2
1-bed
£875
per month
6.0% yield
2-bed
£1,078
per month
6.1% yield
3-bed
£1,171
per month
5.8% yield
4-bed
£1,626
per month
6.6% yield
Ownership mix
PE2 vs UK average · 27,257 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Distinct tenure mix: 26% owned outright (7pp lower than the UK average of 33%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
25.7%(UK 32.9%)
-7.2pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
32.3%(UK 29.7%)
+2.6pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
24.6%(UK 20.3%)
+4.3pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
17.4%(UK 17.1%)
+0.3pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in PE2
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced7.3%£185,733£1,137
Semi-detached6.1%£232,167£1,174
Detached4.9%£312,000£1,275
Flat10.2%£121,433£1,037

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About Huntingdon Town Centre & Surrounds (PE2, Huntingdonshire)

PE2 offers attractive gross yields of 5.2% with an average asking price of £235,000, making it accessible for buy-to-let investors seeking steady returns. The landlord's market conditions indicate strong rental demand, providing investors with favourable conditions for securing tenants and maintaining occupancy rates.

The tenant demographic is diverse across property sizes, with particular strength in larger homes; 4-bedroom properties achieve the highest yields at 6.6%, suggesting demand from families and multi-occupancy households. Smaller units (1-2 bed) also perform consistently at 6% yields, indicating appeal to both young professionals and downsizers.

Investors should monitor rental growth trends carefully, as yields remain relatively modest compared to higher-growth areas, and the market's landlord-friendly conditions may shift with economic changes. Property-specific due diligence on maintenance costs and local competition is essential to ensure projected yields materialise in practice.

Sold Price Trend - PE2
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
-5.4% over 2 years
Flip Activity - PE2
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
1
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+41.4%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
4 mo
Flip rate
0.1%
of all sales
Recent case studies
desborough avenue
Detached
Bought Jan 24
£192k
Sold May 24
£270k
4 mo+41.4%*
* 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 - PE2
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 Huntingdonshire. 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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