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Property investment stats for Abersychan, Wales

A complete guide to property investment in Abersychan.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Abersychan has seen a period of robust capital growth, with prices changing by 11.6% over the past year and a three-year change of 22.8%. The annualised growth rate of 7.1% suggests that the area has delivered steady returns recently. With a median price per square foot at £176 per sq ft and a price-to-income ratio of 3.9, affordability remains a key draw for buyers and investors. Liquidity is reasonable, as homes spend an average of 40 days on the market and there were 65 sales in the last year.

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Key investment stats for Abersychan

Median price per sq ft

£176 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

11.6%

Sales in past year

65

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Abersychan

Live prices in Abersychan, Wales

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£187,500

25% of properties below...

£150,000

75% of properties below...

£300,000

Most expensive property

£640,000

Live listings

44

Median days on market

40

Should you invest in Abersychan?

Opportunities

  • The area offers strong rental yields, with the top postcode district returning 5.8%, appealing to buy-to-let investors.
  • Entry prices are accessible, with a median asking price of £165,000 for a 3-bedroom house and £95,000 for a 2-bedroom flat.
  • The high percentile of families in the area (in the 90th percentile) suggests stable demand for larger properties and long-term tenants.

Risks

  • The proportion of private rented housing is low (in the 7th percentile), which could limit short-term rental supply and increase competition among landlords.
  • The degree-educated and professional population is in the lower percentiles (13th and 9th respectively), which may affect long-term capital appreciation and tenant profile.
  • Social rented housing is in the 92nd percentile, indicating a high reliance on this sector and potential volatility if policies change.

Outlook

Looking ahead, the outlook for Abersychan is cautiously optimistic. The area’s recent price growth and affordable entry points should continue to attract investors seeking both capital appreciation and decent rental returns. Demand from families is likely to remain firm, given the area’s demographic profile and the relatively low price-to-income ratio of 3.9.

However, investors should be mindful of the limited private rental stock and the area’s reliance on social housing. While liquidity is reasonable at present, broader economic factors and local employment trends could influence future demand. Overall, Abersychan presents a balanced mix of opportunity and risk for those willing to take a longer-term view.

Live properties in Abersychan

Investment properties in Abersychan, Wales

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
14% below median price

£150,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Wellington Road, Talywain, Pontypoo...

Properties needing refurbishment in Abersychan, Wales
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
On market for 169 days

£165,000

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Manor Road, Abersychan, Pontypool

Slow to sell properties in Abersychan, Wales
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Reduced by 19%

£130,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Pisgah Road, Talywain

Big price drop properties in Abersychan, Wales
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale

£425,000 - Offers Over

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Stoney Road, Garndiffaith

Properties with planning granted in Abersychan, Wales
Planning Granted
6 bedroom detached house for sale
17% below median price

£500,000 - Guide Price

6 bedroom detached house for sale

Oaks Court, Abersychan, Pontypool

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Abersychan, Wales
Low Price per Sq Ft

Best places to invest in Abersychan

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1NP45.8%5.7%£191 / sq ft

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Data sources

GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:

  • HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.

  • Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.

  • Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.

  • GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.

  • Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.

Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.