Property investment stats for Aintree, North West

• The affordability of Aintree, reflected in the price-to-income ratio of 4.4, gives investors a wider pool of potential buyers and tenants.
• Strong rental yields are available, especially in the top-performing postcode district, with a rental yield of 7.5%.
• The area’s consistent growth, with capital growth over three years at 14.2% and annualised growth over three years at 4.5%, suggests stable long-term prospects.

• The very high proportion of owner-occupied housing (in the 99th percentile) and low private renting (in the 2nd percentile) may limit opportunities for buy-to-let investors.
• With a significant proportion of the population aged 60 and over (in the 94th percentile), demand from younger renters may be subdued.
• Liquidity is moderate, with annual sales at 72 and properties taking an average of 31 days to sell, so quick exits may not always be possible.

Looking ahead, Aintree’s fundamentals appear steady. The area’s affordability, combined with median asking prices for a three-bedroom house at £235,000 and a two-bedroom flat at £130,000, should continue to attract buyers who are priced out elsewhere. While the rental market is small, the top postcode district yield of 7.5%** means buy-to-let investors who can secure tenants may be rewarded.

The older demographic and dominance of owner-occupation are likely to keep turnover low, which could support prices in slower markets but limit rapid gains. Investors should expect modest but reliable performance, with the area’s track record of capital growth over one year at 0.7% reinforcing its reputation for stability rather than spectacular returns.