# CM17, Harlow CM17 data shows contrasting dynamics between capital appreciation and rental income. Over five years, prices grew at 0.5% compound annual rate, whilst rental values expanded at 5.4% annually, indicating stronger investor returns through lettings than resale. Population growth of 1.3% over the same period suggests modest demographic expansion supporting rental demand. The trajectory score of 53.9 places the district in the 72nd percentile nationally, classified as strong performance. The pre-cursor gentrification stage indicates limited established upgrade activity, though rental growth substantially outpaces price growth, a pattern often associated with emerging demand shifts in areas undergoing gradual economic transition.
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- 1Property prices up 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.3% per year
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What's changing in Harlow · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.7 points this month to 55/100, driven mainly by demand.
Harlow (CM17) common questions
Is Harlow up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Harlow (CM17) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 55/100 (Strong), in the top 25% of districts nationally. The score is down 1.0 points over the last 12 months.
Is Harlow safe?
Harlow has a safety score of 35/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Harlow?
The average property price in Harlow (CM17) is £447k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Harlow?
The median monthly rent in Harlow (CM17) is £1,293 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Harlow?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Harlow (CM20), Harlow (CM18), Harlow (CM19), Chislehurst (BR7), Epping (CM16). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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