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Methodology
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The IPD methods of calculation and analysis are widely accepted as industry standard across the most mature property investment markets around the world. These methods are continually being appraised and refined in close cooperation with the industry.
We have meticulous data collection and checking standards, and use clearly defined data definitions. This ensures consistency through our databases and allows comparisons across asset classes and national boundaries. Below is a summary of the IPD market data methodology. More detail on our database construction can be found in our Index Guide.
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The Data
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The Process
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The Outputs
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Data is collected from:
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Lenders
- Consultancies
- Investors
- Fund managers
- Occupiers
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Data is meticulously checked and validated. |
Property Data
Performance data on standing investments which are held directly (rather than indirectly) by the investor.
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For Property and Income Data we create a record for every property within a portfolio and collect information on:
- Location
- Value
- Financial accounts
- Sector, size and age
- Tenancy details
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All property records are aggregated. |
Income Data
Property income, lease and tenant analysis on standing investments which are held directly (rather than indirectly) by the investor.
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For Fund Data we track real estate investment funds and record information on:
- Financial performance and debt gearing
- Net Asset Value
- Fund structure
- Fund strategy
- Fund manager
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Performance calcuations are run. |
Fund Data
Pooled property funds market and performance data, indirect vehicles for investing in property.
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Data is segmented. Research and analysis is carried out. |
Research
Real estate research ranging from reports on special market trends to in-depth studies on industry topics.
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