Property investment stats for Barrowford, North West

• Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 4.8%, with the highest yields in the area reaching 7.6%.
• The area has delivered capital growth of 4.6% over the last year and 21.5% over three years, indicating solid price appreciation.
• The median asking sale price for a 2-bedroom flat is £137,500 and a 3-bedroom house is £279,950, providing accessible entry points for a range of budgets.

• The population is older, with the proportion aged 60 and over in the 77th percentile, which may affect future demand dynamics.
• The area has a low proportion of families (19th percentile), so growth in family rental demand may be limited.
• With a median discount of £6,000 (the typical achieved discount) on sales, there may be some downward pressure on achieved prices.

Barrowford’s outlook for the next year looks steady, supported by annualised growth over three years of 6.7% and a balanced mix of owner-occupied and private rented homes. The market is likely to remain accessible, given the median price per square foot of £213 per sq ft and moderate asking prices for both flats and houses.

Rental demand appears stable, with median asking rents for a 3-bedroom house at £1,350 and a 2-bedroom flat at £800. Liquidity should stay reasonable, as evidenced by the current 55 days figure. Investors should expect continued moderate growth rather than dramatic gains, but the fundamentals remain sound for those seeking a low-risk, income-focused investment.