ChesterCH4
Cheshire West and Chester · North West
CH4 in Chester has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 3.5% for property prices and 4.8% for rental income, with a trajectory score of 52.4 out of 100 placing it in the 64th percentile nationally. The district is classified as early-stage gentrification, suggesting ongoing development and demographic shifts. Population growth over the past five years has been minimal at 0.2%, indicating relatively stable resident numbers despite rental yield improvements outpacing capital appreciation. These metrics reflect a district where rental returns have been the primary driver of investment performance over the measured period.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.8% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.2% per year
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What's changing in Chester · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 2.1 points this month to 50/100, driven mainly by safety.
27 planning applications submitted in CH4 over the last six months.
Chester (CH4) common questions
Is Chester up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Chester (CH4) as Early. Its trajectory score is 50/100 (Average), in the top 48% of districts nationally. The score is down 3.7 points over the last 12 months.
Is Chester safe?
Chester has a safety score of 51/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Chester?
The average property price in Chester (CH4) is £186k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.4% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Chester?
The median monthly rent in Chester (CH4) is £770 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Chester?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Chester (CH1), Chester (CH2), Craven Arms (SY7), Chester (CH3). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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