Top 10 Coastal Investment Locations in the UK (ordered by price to income ratio) 7-9
7: Blackpool, Lancashire
- Average house price: £192,137
- Projected gross annual revenue as a private rental: £8,076
- Private PTI ratio: 23.8
- Projected gross annual revenue as a holiday let: £10,499
- Holiday-let PTI ratio: 18.3
- Flood risk: Moderate
Blackpool’s affordability makes it accessible for new investors, but a slightly longer return period means it suits those with a long-term vision the most.
8: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
- Average house price: £227,277
- Projected gross annual revenue as a private rental: £9,480
- Private PTI ratio: 24
- Projected gross annual revenue as a holiday let: £12,324
- Holiday-Let PTI ratio: 18.4
- Flood risk: Moderate
With stable rental demand and a moderate flood risk, Scarborough is an appealing coastal destination for investors seeking a balance of affordability and returns.
9: Aberystwyth, Wales
- Average house price: £330,869
- Projected gross annual revenue as a private rental: £13,776
- Private PTI ratio: 24
- Projected gross annual revenue as a holiday let: £17,909
- Holiday-Let PTI ratio: 18.5
- Flood risk: Low
Investors in Aberystwyth can expect a solid return, but a slightly longer PTI suggests it is best suited to those with a patient investment strategy.
