Discover the UK real estate market up close
An investment isn’t just made on paper. During our property tours, you visit projects, meet our partners, and see firsthand where your capital can be put to work. It’s not only incredibly valuable and educational, but also a lot of fun!
What You Will Experience
Project Visits – see ongoing and completed projects across different strategies: Buy-to-Let, Social Housing, BRR, and New Build.
Meet Our Partners – get to know estate agents, property managers, contractors, and financiers who can support your portfolio.
Regional Market Update – we show why these regions are attractive, with facts, figures, and insights from local experts.
Additional Benefits
Immediate Confidence – experience the neighborhoods, projects, and partners you will be working with firsthand.
Informed Decisions – gain clarity on where to invest and which strategy suits you best.
Networking – meet not only our team but also other Dutch investors exploring the same path.
Who Is It For?
The Property Tour is suitable for:
New investors who want to experience the market before making their first purchase.
Existing clients seeking deeper insights or looking to expand their portfolio.
Practical Information
Duration: on average 2 days (depending on travel and program).
Location: different location each quarter; Northeast England, Liverpool & Manchester, Leeds & Sheffield, and South Wales.
Included: local transportation, hotel, meals, guidance, partner meetings, and plenty of socializing with like-minded investors.
Excluded: travel costs to and from the destination. We provide advice on suitable flights.
Experiences from Previous Property Tours
Many investors report that the property tour was the decisive moment that gave them the confidence to make their first purchase. By seeing projects and meeting partners, real estate in numbers and reports suddenly becomes a tangible opportunity.
See below one of the most recent reviews “Top organized property tour in England by Rick Diekema from Albion. I can wholeheartedly recommend to anyone I know to seek advice from Rick Diekema at Albion Invest if you are considering stepping into UK real estate—it’s 200% spot on.”
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Experiences from previous tours
Manchester & Liverpool
Manchester is one of the fastest-growing cities in the UK and serves as the economic engine of the North. With an annual population growth of >1% and a large student and expat population, demand for rental properties is consistently high. The city combines strong population growth, a large student population, and significant infrastructure investments (such as HS2 and Airport City).
For investors, this means constant demand for rental properties and stable property appreciation. In the Manchester area, there are also affordable submarkets where yields are higher and demand remains strong.
Strategies: Buy-to-Let, New Build, and Social Housing (premium)
Returns: stable gross initial yields around 6–7% and 10–12% for Social Housing, combined with above-average capital growth (5–7% p.a. in popular neighborhoods).
Northeast England
The regions around Newcastle, Sunderland, and Middlesbrough are known for their accessible entry prices and high rental yields. The focus here is often on Buy-to-Let and Social Housing, partly due to strong demand for affordable housing and the presence of reliable housing associations.
This makes Northeast England an attractive destination for investors prioritizing cash flow.
Strategies: Buy-to-Let, Social Housing
Returns: gross yields often 8–10%, with relatively modest capital growth (2–3% p.a.).
Additional: strong network of housing associations → ideal for investors seeking predictable rental income.
Leeds & Sheffield
Both cities are part of the Northern Powerhouse and have a strong economic base. Leeds is a business and financial hub, while Sheffield is developing into a center for technology and higher education.
Both cities have a young population and growing rental demand, making them attractive for investors targeting both rental income and capital growth.
Strategies: Buy-to-Let, BRR, New Build
Returns: gross yields of 7–10% with capital growth of 4–6% p.a. in prime neighborhoods.
Additional: Sheffield offers many BRR opportunities, while Leeds excels in capital growth and new build projects.
South Wales
Cardiff, Swansea, and Newport are emerging markets thanks to infrastructure investments and housing support programs. Opportunities are particularly found in transformations, BRRR projects, and Social Housing, with long-term contracts and government guarantees.
Strategies: Social Housing, BRR, and Transformations
Returns: stable contract yields of 8–9% with additional upside potential through renovation and refinancing.
Additional: Swansea and Newport offer entry prices starting around £80k, ideal for first-time investors or diversification.
Stockton-on-Tees, Noordoost-Engeland
Manchester, Noordoost-Engeland
Hartlepool, Noordoost-Engeland
Blyth, Noordoost-Engeland
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