Guisborough, in numbers
Guisborough is a desirable market town where the case rests on quality stock and stable family tenants rather than a chased-down yield. Homes with gardens and parking in good school catchments hold their value and draw long tenancies, so the roughly 6% gross return comes with genuine resale liquidity and a balanced yield-versus-risk profile — the leisure pull of the Moors and access into Teesside employment underpinning demand on both sides.
- 6,121
- homes with an EPC in TS14
- 53.7%
- of them below C
- £230,000
- median price
- 6.0%
- average gross yield
The housing stock
The typical home here is a 1967–1975 semi-detached house, and the average energy score is 67.0 — C starts at 69. More than half of Guisborough's certified homes sit below C.
That matters to both sides of the market. Owners and landlords below C face the 2030 rule; investors see the same homes as value-add stock, where a well-planned refurb lifts both the rating and the rent.
| A81 homes | 1.3% |
|---|---|
| B1,046 homes | 17.1% |
| C1,704 homes | 27.8% |
| D2,423 homes | 39.6% |
| E717 homes | 11.7% |
| F125 homes | 2.0% |
| G25 homes | 0.4% |
For investors
The strong owner-occupier market makes single-let BTL the natural play, with premium family homes commanding good rents and very low voids, while a BRRR refurbishment of a tired 1970s or 80s property can add real value and recycle capital. Well-finished flips have a ready local exit; a small high-end professional share could work, but this is not a typical HMO town.
- Buy-to-let
- Guisborough is a prime BTL location for investors seeking quality, long-term family tenants. Properties with gardens and parking in good school catchments command premium rents and have very low voids. Learn more about BTL Investing →
- BRRR
- The BRRR strategy in Guisborough focuses on updating tired 1970s/80s properties. A modern kitchen, bathroom, and cosmetic upgrade can add significant value, creating a desirable rental with recycled capital. See how the BRRR strategy works →
- HMO
- While not a typical HMO town, a small, high-end professional house share could work well, catering to professionals working in the wider Teesside area who prefer the market town lifestyle. Discover HMO investment →
- Flip
- The strong owner-occupier market makes flipping in Guisborough a viable strategy. A well-refurbished family home will have a strong exit, appealing to local buyers looking for a move-in ready property. Explore the Flip strategy →
The example below is a three-bed family home in TS14 — the family-friendly streets, good schools and low turnover that define what we source here.
- Purchase price
- £200,000
- Estimated rent
- £1,050 a month
- Gross yield
- 6.3%
- Net yield
- 5.0%
- Good schools and green space
- Family‑friendly streets
- Low tenant turnover
An illustrative deal, not a live listing.
For owners and landlords
From 1 October 2030 every privately rented home must reach EPC C. Across the Tees Valley, 57.6% of private rentals are below it today. Our assessors cover Guisborough: visits within 2–3 working days, certificate lodged within 24 hours.
If the rating comes back below C, the EPC + Retrofit Roadmap turns it into a costed, prioritised plan — which improvements, in what order, at what rough cost. See a real example →
- EPC, flat or 1–2 bed home
- £65
- Apartments, terraces and smaller homes.
- EPC, standard home (3–4 bed)
- £79
- The typical Tees Valley semi or terrace.
- EPC, large home (5+ bed)
- £99
- Larger or more complex properties.
- EPC + Retrofit Roadmap
- £169
- Your certificate plus a costed plan to reach C.
Questions about Guisborough
EPC figures: Energy Performance of Buildings Register, analysed by North Yield (live at build). Investment figures are our own estimates.
Best property type?
3‑bed family homes with parking and gardens let fastest.
How much does an EPC cost in Guisborough?
£65 for a flat or 1–2 bed home, £79 for a standard home (3–4 bed), £99 for a large home (5+ bed). The EPC + Retrofit Roadmap, with a costed plan to reach C, is £169.