Opportunities for property investors in the Midlands, South West and South Wales

As part of our series introducing our regional BDMs we’re focusing on Nigel Robbins and the opportunities for property investment in South Wales, the South West and the Midlands. If you are looking to start your next property project in the region you can connect with Nigel on LinkedIn, email him at [email protected] or call him on: +44 (0)77 7108 7904

by Nigel Robbins

With such a vast and diverse part of the country under my remit, I really do see boundless opportunities for property investors looking across the Midlands, South West and South Wales. 

The areas combine high rental yields with a need for low-cost, high-quality affordable housing for first-time buyers. 

Another thing that unites all of this part of the country is the strong focus on community everywhere you go. 

Particularly this year people throughout the Midlands, South West and South Wales come together to support one another and only want good things for their area, which is why a high value is put on good property development and responsible, professional landlords to help keep those communities strong. 

Increasing rental demand

The community ties may grow post-covid, as the areas could see the benefit of a changed landscape with working from home more normal and a desire for open space from first-time buyers who spent months locked down in an inner city saving for their deposit. 

One thing we’ve seen recently in the South West and South Wales is an increase in rental demand and opportunities for buyers with the demise of the Severn Bridge tolls. With commuting cheaper, more are willing to rent and live further afield, increasing yields for landlords. 

The abundance of university cities like Cardiff, Exeter, Bristol, Bath, Plymouth and Birmingham also mean a high demand for rental properties and for new projects to expand the pool of student housing. 

Regeneration projects

Another area we’ve seen activity is with regeneration projects for old mining and industrial towns across the regions, but in particular in Wales. 

This desire to reinvigorate communities and the relatively low-cost of auction purchases here is a great opportunity for property professionals to get their feet under the table, purchase and improve property to contribute to the community’s future. 

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