By As we move through spring, house price growth across the North East is starting to moderate, echoing national trends. Seasonal shifts, increased supply, and economic uncertainty have led to a softening in buyer demand - however, the local market remains active, particularly for well-priced and investment-ready properties.
🔍 Key Takeaways for the North East:
House price growth in the North East has eased, with average prices now 1.2% higher than this time last year, down slightly from 1.6% in March.
Buyer demand is holding steady, now 2% above May 2024, though slightly down on Q1 as the seasonal market cools and cost-of-living concerns persist.
Stock levels are rising, with 14% more homes available than last year, giving buyers greater choice and applying natural pressure on asking prices.
Sales agreed are up by 7% compared to May 2024, driven by realistic pricing and renewed buyer interest in tenanted investment opportunities.
Affordability boost incoming: Changes to mortgage stress testing are expected to increase buyer affordability by 15–20%, supporting sales activity in the second half of 2025.
NGU Investment Opportunities: Demand remains strong for well-vetted, tenanted properties, as more investors seek passive income from day one.
What Does This Mean for North East Landlords & Sellers?
At NGU Homes, we're seeing growing interest in fully tenanted properties, as buyers look for hands-off, income-generating investments without the hassle of finding tenants.
We currently have several compliance-checked, tenanted properties for sale—perfect for both new and experienced investors, including:
🔑 Our Current Tenanted Properties for Sale 🔑 📍 Shalstone, NE37 3DN A 4-bed semi-detached property with an enclosed rear garden and off-street parking. 💷 Rent: £800pcm | 🎯 Yield: Over 7% | 🧍 Tenant in situ |
📍 Dunkirk Avenue, DH5 8HN Spacious 3-bed semi with long-term tenant. Large living room and family garden. 💷 Rent: £500pcm | 💡 Chain-free | 🧍 Reliable tenant in place |
📍 Shaftoe Road, SR3 4EZ One-bedroom upper flat with enclosed rear garden. 💷 Rent: £395pcm | 🎯 Yield: Approx. 10% | 🧍 Tenancy already compliant |
💼 NGU Landlord Services: 3 Months FREE Management! Now is a great time to grow your portfolio or let us take over the management of your existing one. We’re currently offering: ✅ 3 months of free property management Let’s take the stress off your shoulders—you earn, we manage. |
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