Why Christchurch is a Buy-to-Let Mortgage Hotspot for 2025

If you’re a landlord or property investor considering your next move, Christchurch might not be the first place that comes to mind — but it should be. Nestled on the Dorset coast, this once-sleepy town is quickly emerging as one of the most promising buy-to-let locations in the South.

Here’s why savvy landlords are taking a closer look at the Christchurch rental market — and how you can secure the right mortgage to make your next investment a success.

Let’s take a closer look.

1. Steady Tenant Demand Across All Property Types

Christchurch continues to attract a wide range of tenants — from young professionals and families to retirees and short-term holiday renters. Its seaside charm, strong schools, and convenient transport links make it appealing for both long-term and short-term lets.

Popular rental areas include:

• Highcliffe – family homes near good schools

• Mudeford – ideal for coastal holiday lets

• Burton & Stanpit – great for professional tenants

2. Property Prices Remain Competitive

Compared to pricier hotspots like Poole and Sandbanks, Christchurch still offers good value for investors. While house prices have steadily increased, they remain within reach for those looking to start or grow a buy-to-let portfolio.

And with rental yields holding strong and local rents rising in line with national trends, many landlords are seeing healthy returns.

3. Strong Demand for Holiday Lets

With the UK staycation trend still going strong, Christchurch’s coastal location has made it a go-to for holidaymakers looking for seaside escapes. This has created growing demand for furnished short-term lets, especially near Mudeford, Hoburne, and the quay.

If you're thinking of diversifying into the holiday let market, we can help you explore specialist mortgage products tailored to that niche.

4. How to Secure the Right Buy-to-Let Mortgage in Christchurch

Getting a buy-to-let mortgage isn’t always straightforward — especially if you:

• Are a first-time landlord

• Buy through a limited company (SPV)

• Need interest-only or flexible repayment terms

• Plan to let as a furnished holiday let

At Bournemouth Mortgages, we search the whole market for your buy-to-let mortgage in Christchurch — from high street lenders to specialist providers — to help you find the right mortgage, with terms that support your investment goals.

We also provide support with remortgaging, equity release, and portfolio restructuring for landlords across Christchurch and the BH23 area.

Final Thoughts

Christchurch might not be the biggest town on the map, but its combination of location, lifestyle appeal, and stable rental demand make it one of Dorset’s most attractive buy-to-let opportunities.

If you're thinking about investing here in 2025, make sure you’ve got your mortgage in place — and your strategy aligned — before the competition gets there first.

Speak to a Local Buy-to-Let Mortgage Expert

We offer free, no-obligation consultations for landlords in Christchurch and surrounding areas. Whether it’s your first investment or your fifth, we’re here to help.

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Bournemouth Mortgages is a whole-of-market commercial mortgage broker based just minutes from Christchurch. FCA-regulated and 5-star rated.

Sources:

• Office for National Statistics (ONS) – Demographic and housing demand data for Christchurch and BCP region

• Rightmove & Zoopla – Rental and property price trends in the BH23 postcode

• Visit Dorset – Tourism insights and holiday let trends

• AirDNA – Holiday let occupancy rates and rental performance in coastal Dorset

• NRLA & Property Reporter – Industry insights on landlord trends and mortgage challenges

• Land Registry UK – Local house price data and property transaction history