All investment areas

Property investment stats for Altrincham, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Altrincham.

Last updated: 10 January 2026

Investment summary

Altrincham stands out for its stability and popularity among families, with a high proportion of owner-occupied homes and a strong presence of professionals and managers (in the 91st percentile). The area’s property market shows signs of steady performance, as seen in the capital growth over three years of 11.6% and annualised growth of 3.7%. Liquidity appears reasonable, with homes taking a median of 78 days to sell and a notable 731 transactions in the past year. Affordability is a mixed picture: the price-to-income ratio sits at 6.2, and the median price per square foot is £415 per sq ft.

Rental yields are solid at 4.8%, and the top-performing postcode district achieves yields of 5.0%. The rental market is supported by a moderate student presence and a well-educated population, though the proportion of younger adults is lower than average.

Image of Altrincham, North West

Key investment stats for Altrincham

Median price per sq ft

£415 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.8%

Capital growth (1y)

0.6%

Sales in past year

731

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

Live property stats in Altrincham

Live prices in Altrincham, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£465,000

25% of properties below...

£310,000

75% of properties below...

£625,998

Most expensive property

£3,850,000

Live listings

311

Median days on market

78

Should you invest in Altrincham?

Opportunities

  • The area’s strong professional and family demographics, with families in the 86th percentile and professionals and managers in the 91st percentile, underpin stable demand for quality homes.
  • Steady capital growth over three years (11.6%) and solid annualised growth (3.7%) provide reassurance for long-term investors.
  • Rental yields are attractive at 4.8%, with the top postcode district offering up to 5.0%.

Risks

  • The price-to-income ratio of 6.2 suggests affordability could be a barrier for some buyers, potentially limiting upward price movement.
  • The market’s lower proportion of younger adults (in the 18th percentile for those aged 20-30) may curb future rental demand growth compared to more youthful areas.
  • Homes typically spend 78 days on the market, so liquidity is reasonable but not especially fast-moving.

Outlook

Altrincham’s property market is likely to remain resilient, buoyed by a strong professional and family-oriented population and a high rate of owner-occupation. The steady capital growth over the past three years (11.6%) and annualised growth (3.7%) suggest investors can expect gradual appreciation rather than rapid spikes.

Rental yields should hold up well at 4.8% and the area’s top-performing district offers further upside for buy-to-let investors. However, affordability pressures (with a price-to-income ratio of 6.2) could put a cap on future price growth, and the limited pool of younger renters may temper rental demand expansion. Overall, Altrincham looks set to offer steady, reliable returns for investors who value stability and long-term growth.

Live properties in Altrincham

Investment properties in Altrincham, North West

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
25% below median price

£625,000

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Brookfield Avenue, Timperley, Altri...

Properties needing refurbishment in Altrincham, North West
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom duplex for sale
On market for 179 days

£222,500

2 bedroom duplex for sale

Woodfield Road, Altrincham

Slow to sell properties in Altrincham, North West
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
Reduced by 39%

£70,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Ashley Road, Altrincham

Big price drop properties in Altrincham, North West
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
3,025 sq ft

£860,000 - Offers in Region of

5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Park Road, Timperley, Altrincham

Properties with planning granted in Altrincham, North West
Planning Granted
Property for sale
60% below median price

£1,688,610 - Guide Price

Property for sale

2 MERLIN COURT, ATLANTIC STREET, AL...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Altrincham, North West
Low Price per Sq Ft
1 bedroom flat for sale
46% below median price

£85,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom flat for sale

Manchester Road, Altrincham

Auction properties in Altrincham, North West
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Buyers should not expect big bargains — discounts are marginal.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £2,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £20,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.4%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.5%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.3%

Best places to invest in Altrincham

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1WA145.0%4.1%£417 / sq ft
2WA154.3%3.5%£442 / sq ft

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.