BY Helen Kay | Tuesday 9 September 2025
Property expert and former Super League rugby player Dave Petersen is taking a stand against outdated perceptions of Hull with the launch of the city’s first-ever Hull Property Trade Show.
After years of watching investors flock to Leeds and Manchester, the former Hull KR forward says he is frustrated with how Hull is being overlooked - often seen as “cheap” but rarely understood.
“People are buying here without knowing the city. They’re chasing low prices but missing the real value. Hull isn’t just affordable, it’s investable - and it deserves better.”
With average property prices around £140,000, Hull offers a significantly lower barrier to entry than other northern cities, where prices often exceed £250,000 -£300,000. Petersen, founder of property firm Citygate North, argues that this affordability, combined with high rental yields, creates a stronger return on investment (ROI) for investors who take the time to understand the city and invest responsibly.
“I want to shine a spotlight on the untapped potential here and put to bed all those outdated misconceptions. We’ve got top UK property experts speaking as well as exhibitors from local trades and property professionals to legal, finance, tech and investment services, representing the full spectrum of Hull’s property scene including Bridge McFarland, Towergate and Alessandro Caruso Architects.
“People will get the opportunity to connect with local experts and learn how to build portfolios that benefit both investors and the city.
“This isn’t just a trade show. It’s a regeneration platform. Hull is booming - people just need to see it.”
The show is being endorsed by some of Hull’s most successful entrepreneurs and business owners, including Dr Paul Sewell OBE. He said:
“Hull has always been a city of resilience, innovation and opportunity, but it continues to be underestimated. The Hull Property Trade Show is a brilliant chance to show investors, developers and the wider business world what we’re really about. It brings people together from across the property sector, shines a light on Hull’s strengths and helps build the confidence we need to keep driving local regeneration and growth. I'm proud to support it."
The Business Culture Hull & East Yorkshire is also supporting the show. Tony Bowler said:
“It’s fantastic to attract key influential voices from across the UK property sector to our great city of Hull. We’ve got a growing reputation as a vibrant, forward-thinking place to connect, learn and invest. And it’s not just about investing, it’s about making Hull your home.”
Meanwhile, David Hooper, from the Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce, said:
“We’re delighted to support the Hull Property Trade Show to showcase and encourage further development, regeneration and investment in the region. This event aligns nicely with our mission statement – “Growing your business, building our economy” - and we welcome the opportunity to connect with businesses in the property, building and construction sectors to promote and leverage residential, commercial, investment and regeneration opportunities.”
The Hull Property Trade Show takes place on Saturday 8th November 2025 from 9am – 6pm at Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Hull. Tickets are available now.
For more information about the Hull Property Trade Show, please visit here
