After more than 50 years of operating throughout Oxfordshire, and becoming the county's most prevalent letting agent, we have helped clients invest in literally hundreds of property purchases along the way.
We know what we are doing.
We passionately believe that property investment in Oxfordshire remains an excellent place for your money.
WHY PROPERTY?
Increase in capital: All too often the focus on investment property is on the yield. Whilst this is undoubtedly a vital and a key consideration, we would also table that the increase in the capital of the investment is equally as important. Since 1995, there has been a growth in the price of property throughout the UK of 429%. In Oxford, over the same period of time that growth increases to 479%. Even if you were to look back at a much shorter period – the start of 2019 for example – there has been an 10.3% price growth in Oxford. Property investment should be considered long-term and the capital gain cannot and should not be ignored.
Tangible asset: owning a buy-to-let investment means you have a tangible and mouldable asset. One which you could potentially improve through refurbishments, upgrading and redecorations. This is something deep within the Finders Keepers DNA, we have our own renovations and furnishing divisions – as part of our 360° service – so we can acquire, upgrade and then let and manage the investment.
WHY OXFORDSHIRE?
Supply vs demand: There is an imbalance of rental supply and demand in Oxfordshire. In 2017 the Government announced their housing plan to build up to 100,000 homes in Oxfordshire by 2031. This equates to just over 7,100 homes each year, but according to recent statistics, there have been just under 3,400 permanent dwellings completed annually over the last five years. On top of this, the supply of rental property is well-documented to be below pre-pandemic levels while rental demand in Oxfordshire remains consistently strong.
Location, location, location: Our location in the Thames Valley is one of our strongest assets and offers an incredibly secure investment proposition when matched against other cities throughout the UK. The county has a strong, diverse and resilient economy, one which has coped admirably with worldwide problems and come back stronger. The recent global pandemic springs to mind, our letting and management operation was affected very little, but even as far back as the global recession towards the end of the noughties; house prices and rent levels were maintained in Oxford’s micro-climate. Oxfordshire is home to one of the strongest economies in the UK, and is one of only a few net contributors to the Exchequer, contributing £15.5 billion to national output.
Development: There are a number of developments already in full-swing in and around Oxford with more planned for the near future. These commercial and residential developments are a sound demonstration of confidence in Oxford in particular. These newly created areas will create thousands of new jobs and bring in individuals and families from all around the world – and there will need to be good quality and well-maintained homes for them to make a life in.
The future: Oxfordshire is one of three counties nationwide to prepare a Local Industrial Strategy, which includes a vision to be a top three global innovation ecosystem by 2040 and to create 108,000 private sector jobs. On top of this, the county is home to two leading universities, many globally recognised companies and multiple science and research facilities attracting a steady stream of quality tenants from all over the world.
Of course, there can be no guarantees with any investment, but generally property provides a long-term profit, and Oxfordshire is an attractive place to invest. It's well-connected to London and is an integral part of the Golden Triangle (London, Cambridge and Oxford) for research and innovation. Not only that, but it's a great place to live!
Each property is different and a view must be taken on the property and on broad trends. We understand the micro-rental factors and prices and we will give you advice related to your specific objectives.
To discuss your investment goals contact us directly on 01865 302314 or email us at [email protected].
