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Bradford is one of the UK’s youngest cities and is rapidly transforming into a powerhouse in England. As one of the five largest cities in the country, Bradford is beginning to discover its huge potential, transforming into an incredible place to live, work, and invest. Its rapid growth has caught the eye of savvy investors, with Bradford crowned the UK’s top property hotspot for the second consecutive quarter by OnTheMarket.
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Awarded the ‘Best City in the UK for Investors’ in 2022, Bradford has been recognised as an up-and-coming area for significant economic growth. Bradford has been voted the best city for investors due to many factors. Some are, that it has one of the fastest-growing populations in the UK, it has impressive rental yields, and property prices continuously rise. Because of these factors Bradford can offer high and quick returns and can meet investor’s goals.
Mid 2022, Bradford was announced as the ‘UK City of Culture 2025’, which is sure to have many positive effects, attracting investment and regeneration projects into the city. In 2025, as part of its year of culture, Bradford will host over 1,000 new performances and events, including over 350 artist commissions and a huge arts festival. As a result of being Cities of Culture, Hull and Coventry experienced an average rise in property prices of 22.9% by the end of their year of culture. This is positive news for individuals that invest in Bradford as they can secure properties for lower prices and access the expected growth.
When a city becomes more desirable, it significantly impacts the property market. One major benefit is the rise in demand, which leads to higher returns for investors. In Bradford, there is an increased demand for property, therefore property prices begin to inflate. As a result, investors will benefit from significant capital appreciation in the long-term. In rental markets, investors will see a higher rental income due to increased demand.
The city’s heightened desirability is also attracting businesses, both new and relocating, eager to capitalise on Bradford’s growth. As the desirability increases, it will attract more working professionals to help businesses expand. There will also be a demand for further regeneration. This ongoing development will lead to upgraded infrastructure for new offices and stores, further enhancing Bradford’s appeal.
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