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Property investment stats for Bayston Hill, West Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Bayston Hill.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Bayston Hill offers a steady property market with a strong owner-occupier presence and a very low proportion of private renters. Over the past year, the area has seen capital growth of 3.0%, with three-year growth at 10.5% and an annualised rate of 3.4%. Homes are typically on the market for 91 days, suggesting a moderate pace of sales. With a median price per square foot of £297 per sq ft and a price-to-income ratio of 5.1, affordability is reasonable compared to many other locations.

The median achieved price is £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, so buyers might have room to negotiate, and annual sales sit at 71.

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Key investment stats for Bayston Hill

Median price per sq ft

£297 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

3.0%

Sales in past year

71

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

Live property stats in Bayston Hill

Live prices in Bayston Hill, West Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£360,000

25% of properties below...

£288,498

75% of properties below...

£493,748

Most expensive property

£1,450,000

Live listings

55

Median days on market

91

Should you invest in Bayston Hill?

Opportunities

  • Capital values have changed by 3.0% in the past year and by 10.5% over three years, which may appeal to investors seeking stable growth.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 5.1 means homes are relatively affordable for buyers compared to more overheated markets.
  • With a top rental yield of 4.4% in the strongest postcode district, there is potential for income-focused investors, even though the private rental market is small.

Risks

  • The private rented sector is in the 3rd percentile, so there is limited tenant demand compared to most areas.
  • The population aged 60 and over sits in the 90th percentile, suggesting a less dynamic demographic for long-term rental growth.
  • Properties take an average of 91 days to sell, so liquidity may be an issue for those seeking a quick exit.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Bayston Hill’s high owner-occupier rate and low private rental presence are likely to keep the market stable but limit rapid rental sector expansion. The area’s capital growth of 3.0% over the past year and 10.5% over three years points to steady, if unspectacular, appreciation.

With a median asking sale price for a three-bedroom house at £294,500 and median rent at £1,800, affordability remains a draw for families and buyers seeking value. Investors should expect gradual growth and steady returns rather than dramatic price or rent rises. For those drawn to low-risk, slow-burn investments, Bayston Hill remains quietly appealing.

Live properties in Bayston Hill

Investment properties in Bayston Hill, West Midlands

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 174 days

£300,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Cedar Close, Bayston Hill, Shrewsbu...

Slow to sell properties in Bayston Hill, West Midlands
Slow to Sell
5 bedroom equestrian facility for sale
4,364 sq ft

£1,275,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom equestrian facility for sale

Great Lyth, Bayston Hill, Shrewsbur...

Properties with planning granted in Bayston Hill, West Midlands
Planning Granted
5 bedroom country house for sale
51% below median price

£850,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom country house for sale

Ivy House, Lythwood, Bayston Hill, ...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Bayston Hill, West Midlands
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

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

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.7%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.9%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.0%

Best places to invest in Bayston Hill

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SY34.4%4.0%£322 / 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.