Aberdeen: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Aberdeen City — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across AB10, AB11, AB24.
Aberdeen DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Aberdeen
The Aberdeen rental market in Aberdeen City is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,704 pcm and rents up roughly 6.9% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across AB10, AB11, AB24.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Aberdeen.
- StudioMedium
- 1 bedHigh
- 2 bedVery high
- 3 bedMedium
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
19 days
Tenant demand
Moderate
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Aberdeen.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £697 | £8,364 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,328 | £15,936 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,660 | £19,920 |
| 3-bed house | £2,125 | £25,500 |
| 4-bed house | £2,739 | £32,868 |
Featured properties in Aberdeen
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across AB10, AB11, AB24.
Buying in Aberdeen
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£344,000
Price growth (1yr)
+1.8%
Buyer demand
Low
Supply
Medium
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Aberdeen face low competition with prices around £344,000 and growth of about 1.8% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Aberdeen
With an average property price near £344,000 and gross yields around 5.1%, Aberdeen offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 1.8% in the last year, and moderate tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
7.7/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Furnished 1 bed flats
- 2Family homes near schools
- 33 bed houses
- 4Homes with parking
Family living & schools in Aberdeen
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen Primary School | Primary | Outstanding | 0.8 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Aberdeen | Primary | Outstanding | 1.2 mi |
| Aberdeen Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 0.5 mi |
| Aberdeen Grammar School | Secondary | Good | 1.7 mi |
| Aberdeen Community College | Secondary | Good | 2.1 mi |
| The Aberdeen Academy | Secondary | Good | 0.7 mi |
Family facilities
- Aberdeen Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Aberdeen
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Aberdeen Brasserie
1.4 mi from Aberdeen centre
Spice of Aberdeen
0.4 mi from Aberdeen centre
Bella Cucina
0.3 mi from Aberdeen centre
The Garden Kitchen
1.1 mi from Aberdeen centre
Aberdeen Tandoori
1.2 mi from Aberdeen centre
Coffee & Co, Aberdeen
2.4 mi from Aberdeen centre
Socialising in Aberdeen
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Aberdeen
1.4 mi from Aberdeen centre
The Railway Tavern
0.9 mi from Aberdeen centre
Vault Bar
1.5 mi from Aberdeen centre
Aberdeen Live Lounge
1.1 mi from Aberdeen centre
The Riverside Inn
1.6 mi from Aberdeen centre
Aberdeen Shopping Centre
1.4 mi from Aberdeen centre
Things to do in Aberdeen
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Aberdeen Sports & Fitness
2.1 mi from Aberdeen centre
Aberdeen Cricket Club
1.2 mi from Aberdeen centre
Parkland Golf Club
1.2 mi from Aberdeen centre
Aberdeen Cinema
2.3 mi from Aberdeen centre
Riverside Walking Route
1.1 mi from Aberdeen centre
Aberdeen Adventure Park
2.2 mi from Aberdeen centre
Commuting from Aberdeen
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 29 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 32 min |
| Reading | Train | 25 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 24 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 8 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 23 min |
Local developments in Aberdeen
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Aberdeen town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near AB10
Approved
Aberdeen retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Aberdeen
Verified contractors covering AB10, AB11, AB24 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Aberdeen
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
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Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
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Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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Professional property photographers and floorplans to let faster.
View property photographersRenting & compliance in Aberdeen
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Aberdeen must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across Aberdeen City.
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