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Invest in Leeds

Name: Elite Realty Invest
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Leeds has the third largest city centre population in the UK, with rental returns up to 11.6% in some of the most in demand areas. With property in the city up to £100,000 less than the national average, Leeds is a great opportunity for first time investors.

Leeds is one of the fastest growing cities in the UK.

Average property prices in Leeds have increased by 6.3% since 2024, which is above the national UK average of 5.7%. Property industry experts Savills predict that property prices in Leeds could increase by up to 18.8% by 2028, making it one of the fastest growing cities for capital growth in the UK.

With more UK financial institutions than Canary Wharf based in the city, Leeds also benefits from a booming local economy, with one of the highest rates of employment in the country. Leeds is home to 30 national and international banks, 3 out of the 5 top building societies and all of the UK's major credit reference companies, making it the heart of the UK's financial sector.

A city undergoing a multi-billion pound regeneration.

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Leeds is undergoing huge investment as part of its regeneration, with the South Bank regeneration being one of the most ambitious projects the city has ever seen. The project aims to double the size of the city centre by developing the area south of the River Aire, repurposing 253 hectares of land. The £500 million investment is set to deliver 8,000 new homes and 35,000 new jobs whilst transforming the region, further driving demand for investment property.

There are also plans to implement a new city wide transport system, with the first phase of a tram system set to begin construction in 2028. Not only will this better serve the population Leeds, but it will provide improved connectivity to placed like Bradford, and further afield, which is likely to drive up property prices and returns across the wider region.

Leeds has over a 30% graduate retention rate.

Rents are rising by 3% year-on-year.

Property prices increasing by 6% every year.

Property prices expected to grow by over 18% by 2028.

A local economy worth £20billion.

Leeds has over a 30% graduate retention rate.

Rents are rising by 3% year-on-year.

Property prices increasing by 6% every year.

Property prices expected to grow by over 18% by 2028.

A local economy worth £20billion.

Leeds has over a 30% graduate retention rate.

Rents are rising by 3% year-on-year.

Property prices increasing by 6% every year.

Property prices expected to grow by over 18% by 2028.

A local economy worth £20billion.

Leeds has over a 30% graduate retention rate.

Rents are rising by 3% year-on-year.

Property prices increasing by 6% every year.

Property prices expected to grow by over 18% by 2028.

A local economy worth £20billion.

A city benefiting from huge regeneration investment.

Like many of the UK's leading regional cities, the Leeds Property market is being dominated by key trends such as student housing, eco-friendly developments, short-term rentals and build-to-rent models are shaping the market. For investors looking to capitalise on the growing demand in the buy-to-let market, rental demand remains robust, with returns around 6% and growth of 3% year-on-year.

Strong investment locations hinge on great connectivity, and Leeds has invested over £750 million in transport upgrades, including Park and Ride facilities and improvements to bus services. The city’s Connecting Leeds Transport Strategy aims to make walking and cycling the first choice for short trips, enhancing overall connectivity.

Leeds has seen a notable increase in demand for short-term rental properties, driven by a rise in tourism and business travel. As of September 2024, the city had 1,631 active Airbnb listings, with a median occupancy rate of 61% and an average daily rate of £93, resulting in an average annual host income of £20,000, making the returns far higher than those of traditional buy-to-let investments.