Gerrards Cross: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
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Gerrards Cross DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Gerrards Cross
The Gerrards Cross rental market in Buckinghamshire is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,471 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 SL9.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Gerrards Cross.
- StudioLow
- 1 bedHigh
- 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 Gerrards Cross.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £602 | £7,224 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,146 | £13,752 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,433 | £17,196 |
| 3-bed house | £1,834 | £22,008 |
| 4-bed house | £2,364 | £28,368 |
Featured properties in Gerrards Cross
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across SL9.
Buying in Gerrards Cross
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£387,000
Price growth (1yr)
+1.9%
Buyer demand
High
Supply
Low
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Gerrards Cross face high competition with prices around £387,000 and growth of about 1.9% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Gerrards Cross
With an average property price near £387,000 and gross yields around 6.1%, Gerrards Cross 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
8/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Furnished 1 bed flats
- 2Pet-friendly rentals
- 3Family homes near schools
- 4Garden flats
Family living & schools in Gerrards Cross
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrards Cross Primary School | Primary | Good | 1.3 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Gerrards Cross | Primary | Good | 1.4 mi |
| Gerrards Cross Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 0.8 mi |
| Gerrards Cross Grammar School | Secondary | Good | 1.7 mi |
| Gerrards Cross Community College | Secondary | Good | 0.4 mi |
| The Gerrards Cross Academy | Secondary | Outstanding | 2 mi |
Family facilities
- Gerrards Cross 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 Gerrards Cross
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Gerrards Cross Brasserie
2.2 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Spice of Gerrards Cross
0.7 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Bella Cucina
2.4 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
The Garden Kitchen
2.1 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Gerrards Cross Tandoori
1.1 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Coffee & Co, Gerrards Cross
0.8 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Socialising in Gerrards Cross
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Gerrards Cross
0.3 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
The Railway Tavern
1.1 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Vault Bar
0.7 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Gerrards Cross Live Lounge
1.2 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
The Riverside Inn
0.9 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Gerrards Cross Shopping Centre
1.8 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Things to do in Gerrards Cross
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Gerrards Cross Sports & Fitness
1.3 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Gerrards Cross Cricket Club
2.3 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Parkland Golf Club
2.2 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Gerrards Cross Cinema
1.3 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Riverside Walking Route
1.7 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Gerrards Cross Adventure Park
0.4 mi from Gerrards Cross centre
Commuting from Gerrards Cross
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 36 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 27 min |
| Reading | Train | 21 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 25 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 20 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 19 min |
Local developments in Gerrards Cross
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Gerrards Cross town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near SL9
Approved
Gerrards Cross retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Gerrards Cross
Verified contractors covering SL9 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Gerrards Cross
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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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View property photographersRenting & compliance in Gerrards Cross
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Gerrards Cross 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 Buckinghamshire.
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