Craigavon: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Armagh — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across BT63, BT64, BT65.
Craigavon DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Craigavon
The Craigavon rental market in Armagh is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,779 pcm and rents up roughly 8.3% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across BT63, BT64, BT65.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Craigavon.
- StudioMedium
- 1 bedVery high
- 2 bedVery high
- 3 bedHigh
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
20 days
Tenant demand
High
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Craigavon.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £728 | £8,736 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,386 | £16,632 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,733 | £20,796 |
| 3-bed house | £2,218 | £26,616 |
| 4-bed house | £2,859 | £34,308 |
Featured properties in Craigavon
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across BT63, BT64, BT65.
Buying in Craigavon
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£320,000
Price growth (1yr)
+1.9%
Buyer demand
Medium
Supply
Medium
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Craigavon face medium competition with prices around £320,000 and growth of about 1.9% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Craigavon
With an average property price near £320,000 and gross yields around 5.2%, Craigavon offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 1.9% in the last year, and high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
7.5/10What tenants are looking for
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- 13 bed houses
- 2Family homes near schools
- 3Homes with parking
- 4Garden flats
Family living & schools in Craigavon
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craigavon Primary School | Primary | Outstanding | 0.4 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Craigavon | Primary | Outstanding | 0.3 mi |
| Craigavon Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 0.7 mi |
| Craigavon Grammar School | Secondary | Good | 0.5 mi |
| Craigavon Community College | Secondary | Good | 1 mi |
| The Craigavon Academy | Secondary | Good | 2.3 mi |
Family facilities
- Craigavon 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 Craigavon
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Craigavon Brasserie
0.7 mi from Craigavon centre
Spice of Craigavon
0.8 mi from Craigavon centre
Bella Cucina
1.3 mi from Craigavon centre
The Garden Kitchen
1.8 mi from Craigavon centre
Craigavon Tandoori
2.1 mi from Craigavon centre
Coffee & Co, Craigavon
0.9 mi from Craigavon centre
Socialising in Craigavon
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Craigavon
1.9 mi from Craigavon centre
The Railway Tavern
1.4 mi from Craigavon centre
Vault Bar
0.7 mi from Craigavon centre
Craigavon Live Lounge
0.9 mi from Craigavon centre
The Riverside Inn
1.6 mi from Craigavon centre
Craigavon Shopping Centre
0.4 mi from Craigavon centre
Things to do in Craigavon
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Craigavon Sports & Fitness
0.4 mi from Craigavon centre
Craigavon Cricket Club
2.4 mi from Craigavon centre
Parkland Golf Club
0.4 mi from Craigavon centre
Craigavon Cinema
1.6 mi from Craigavon centre
Riverside Walking Route
0.2 mi from Craigavon centre
Craigavon Adventure Park
0.3 mi from Craigavon centre
Commuting from Craigavon
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 31 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 24 min |
| Reading | Train | 27 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 23 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 9 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 22 min |
Local developments in Craigavon
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Craigavon town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near BT63
Approved
Craigavon retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Craigavon
Verified contractors covering BT63, BT64, BT65 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Craigavon
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
View epc assessorsGas Engineers in Craigavon
Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
View gas engineersElectricians in Craigavon
Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
View electriciansPlumbers in Craigavon
Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
View plumbersInventory Clerks in Craigavon
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 Craigavon
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Craigavon 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 Armagh.
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