Is Kent the Next Investor Hotspot?

Kent has long been a favourite for families, retirees, and commuters—but in the last 18 months, we’ve seen a different type of buyer creeping in: the yield-conscious, value-hunting investor.

Why Kent?

• HS1 and fast rail links make towns like Chatham, Rochester, and Gravesend more accessible than ever.
• Regeneration money is flowing into Medway and Maidstone, bringing improved infrastructure, retail, and public realm.
• Prices are still within reach—you can still buy sub-£250K in many pockets, a rarity within an hour of London.

At Greybourne, we like Kent because it offers multiple exit strategies. In some areas, it’s a BRRR play (Buy, Refurbish, Rent, Refinance). In others, it’s a flip opportunity or even a Rent-to-SA if tourism or contractor demand is high.

But there’s a Catch

Not every town is primed for growth. Some areas look cheap but suffer from weak rental demand or local oversupply. We’ve seen SA investors struggle in parts of Thanet or Sheppey due to seasonality and lack of demand data.

Final Word?

Yes—Kent is one of the UK’s most interesting regional markets right now. But it’s about street-level detail, not county-wide optimism. The right town, the right street, the right deal—that’s where Greybourne works best.