Regular market analysis covering the North East property market — free for all registered research clients. Published quarterly, with additional strategy analysis and market commentary throughout the year.
What does a researcher who has spent 15 years across three universities actually bring to property investment analysis? More than you might expect — and less jargon than you might fear.
A clear, side-by-side financial comparison of three investment strategies across three North East postcodes — NE1, NE4, and NE6. The results challenge a lot of what is commonly assumed about buy-to-let investment in the current rate environment.
Price movement, rent growth, and short-stay demand across key North East areas. Every figure sourced from ONS, HM Land Registry, and Airbtics market data. The headline finding: Newcastle private rent growth of 15.8% year-on-year — the highest recorded for any major English city.
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 came into force on 1 May 2026. This article explains what actually changed, the new possession landscape for AST landlords, and why SA is now worth a serious look.
A rigorous, data-driven assessment of Newcastle's SA market — occupancy trends, demand drivers, seasonality, and an honest answer to the saturation question.
A complete financial and regulatory analysis of HMO investment in Newcastle — gross and net yields at current mortgage rates, Article 4 Direction postcode mapping, licensing requirements, and an honest verdict on whether the additional complexity is worth it in 2026.
Residential gets the headlines, but commercial property in the North East quietly offers some of the highest income yields in England. Here is what the verified data shows — and where it points.
A £170-a-night coastal cottage can be a worse investment than a £95-a-night house beside a business park. The reason is simple once you see the numbers — and it changes where smart capital goes.