Property investment stats for Bacup, North West
A complete guide to property investment in Bacup.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Investment summary
Bacup stands out for its affordability, with a price-to-income ratio of 3.3 that makes it accessible for both investors and local buyers. The area also offers a median price per square foot of £163 per sq ft, which is notably attractive for those looking to maximise value. Rental demand appears healthy, given the average rental yield of 7.9%, and the local rental market is supported by a private rented housing percentile in the 64th percentile compared to Britain. Properties move at a steady pace, spending a median of 60 days on the market, and there is a median discount of £1,375 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers have some room to negotiate.
With annual sales of 187, Bacup's market isn't the most liquid, but it offers enough activity for investors who are patient and strategic.
Key investment stats for Bacup
Median price per sq ft
£163 / sq ft
Average rental yield
7.9%
Capital growth (1y)
3.6%
Sales in past year
187
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Bacup
Live prices in Bacup, North West
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£227,475
25% of properties below...
£150,000
75% of properties below...
£326,250
Most expensive property
£1,150,000
Live listings
112
Median days on market
60
Should you invest in Bacup?
Opportunities
- Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 7.9%, which are among the most appealing features of the area.
- The top postcode district for rental yield (OL13) delivers a yield of 7.6%, creating potential for savvy investors to target specific neighbourhoods.
- The affordable entry point, with a median sale price for a 3-bedroom house at £209,950, allows for accessible investment and potential for capital appreciation.
Risks
- The degree-educated population and professionals/managers are both in the 21st percentile, which may limit future demand from higher-earning tenants or buyers.
- The unemployment rate is in the 67th percentile, which could impact rental stability or capital growth if economic conditions worsen.
- Liquidity is moderate, with annual sales at 187, so investors may need patience when exiting.
Outlook
Bacup’s property market has shown resilience, with capital growth over one year of 3.6% and three-year growth of 15.4% (an annualised rate of 4.9%). This steady growth, combined with affordable prices and strong rental yields, suggests the area is well positioned for investors who value income and gradual appreciation.
While the local economy has some challenges, the rent-to-income ratio of 18.7% and the prevalence of private renting indicate ongoing demand. Investors should keep an eye on employment trends, but the fundamentals remain sound for those willing to take a long-term view. Bacup is unlikely to deliver explosive growth, but it offers a balanced mix of yield and capital gains potential for steady hands.
Property market trends in Bacup
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Live properties in Bacup
Investment properties in Bacup, North West
£175,000 - Offers in Region of
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Newchurch Road, Stacksteads, Rosse...
£260,000 - Offers Over
4 bedroom terraced house for sale
Newchurch Road, Stacksteads, Bacup
£120,000 - Guide Price
4 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Newchurch Road, Bacup, Lancashire, ...
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Seller's market
Asking and achieved prices are broadly aligned — little negotiation room on average.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £1,375
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £5,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 0.8%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.6%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.3%
Best places to invest in Bacup
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
Nearby and related areas
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.