On average, twice as many men have invested in a property portfolio, at 8.60%, compared to women at just 4.70%, research from Shepherds Friendly has revealed.
Shepherds Friendly surveyed 2,000 people regarding their attitudes toward investing.
While men were nearly twice as likely to have invested in multiple portfolio properties, data gleaned from those who chose to invest in a single property told a different story.
In fact, 8.68% of women had invested in a single property, compared to a marginally lower 7.39% of men.
Almost one in 10 aged 25 to 34 have invested in a property portfolio, with an average monthly investment of £387.
Those who earned between £125,000 and £150,000 a year were the most active investors at 18.75%.
Liverpool was home to the most active investors in property portfolios at 14.29%; in comparison, 7.32% of Londoners actively invest in property portfolios.
Derence Lee, chief finance officer at Shepherds Friendly, said: “It’s positive to see that a significant proportion of people in the UK are taking steps to make their money go further by exploring a variety of investment options.
“However, for those looking to get started with investing it can be tricky to know where to look for the right information to help you make the most informed decisions.
“There’s lots of information out there on the basics and how to get started, however it’s always worth speaking with a financial adviser to make sure you’re making the best decisions for you.”
He added: “The benefits of investing include the potential for higher returns compared to traditional savings accounts, the power of compound interest, and the ability to achieve long-term financial goals such as retirement, buying a home, or helping younger family members with paying for a house deposit or further education.”
