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Property investment stats for Barnoldswick, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Barnoldswick.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Barnoldswick offers a blend of affordability and steady rental demand, making it a practical option for property investors seeking value. The area’s price-to-income ratio of 3.1 points to homes that are accessible compared to many parts of the country, while the rent-to-income ratio of 16.8% suggests rents are not overly stretched for local tenants. With a median price per square foot at £158 per sq ft, entry costs remain relatively low, potentially appealing to first-time investors or those looking to diversify. The market sees a median discount of £2,500 (the typical achieved discount), which indicates there is some room for negotiation on price.

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Key investment stats for Barnoldswick

Median price per sq ft

£158 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.2%

Capital growth (1y)

-1.0%

Sales in past year

199

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

Live property stats in Barnoldswick

Live prices in Barnoldswick, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£217,475

25% of properties below...

£139,338

75% of properties below...

£350,000

Most expensive property

£1,500,000

Live listings

100

Median days on market

68

Should you invest in Barnoldswick?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields are strong, with an average of 5.2% and the top postcode district achieving up to 6.0%.
  • Properties are relatively affordable, with a median sale price for a 3-bedroom house at £221,495 and a 2-bedroom flat at £93,750.
  • High proportion of private rented housing (in the 82nd percentile) points to sustained demand from renters.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the past year has changed by -1.0%, and the three-year annualised growth is only 1.2%, suggesting limited short-term price appreciation.
  • The market is not especially fast-moving, with properties taking a median of 68 days to sell.
  • The proportion of professionals and managers is in the 10th percentile, which may limit demand for higher-end rentals or sales.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Barnoldswick’s property market is likely to remain stable, with affordability and strong rental yields underpinning investor interest. The current median asking rent for a 3-bedroom house is £675, supporting a steady cash flow for landlords. Although capital growth has only changed by -1.0% in the past year, the three-year figure of 3.7% suggests there is some long-term resilience in pricing.

With a high private rental sector and a good mix of household types, demand for rental properties should hold up. Investors should not expect rapid price gains but can benefit from consistent rental returns and manageable entry costs. Overall, Barnoldswick offers a balanced risk-reward profile for those willing to prioritise yield over short-term capital appreciation.

Live properties in Barnoldswick

Investment properties in Barnoldswick, North West

2 bedroom terraced house for sale
10% below median price

£108,000 - Offers in Region of

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

The Butts, Barnoldswick, Lancashire...

Properties needing refurbishment in Barnoldswick, North West
Needs Refurb
6 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 163 days

£575,000

6 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Skipton Road, Barnoldswick, BB18

Slow to sell properties in Barnoldswick, North West
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Reduced by 23%

£100,000 - Offers in Excess of

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

York Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashi...

Big price drop properties in Barnoldswick, North West
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

£180,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Conway Crescent, Barnoldswick, BB18

Properties with planning granted in Barnoldswick, North West
Planning Granted

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Discounts exist, but they won't transform deal economics on their own.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £2,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £4,838 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £6,600 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.1%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.8%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.5%

Best places to invest in Barnoldswick

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1BB186.0%1.9%£165 / 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.