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Property investment stats for Bentley (Doncaster), Yorkshire and The Humber

A complete guide to property investment in Bentley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Bentley offers investors a mix of affordability and robust rental performance. The area stands out with a price-to-income ratio of 3.2, making it accessible for buyers compared to many other parts of the country. Rental yields are healthy, with the average rental yield at 6.2%, and properties are typically snapped up quickly, spending just 43 days on the market on average.

Sales activity is steady, with 134 annual sales, and there is little evidence of sellers needing to discount, as the median achieved minus asking price is £0 (the typical achieved discount). For those seeking capital growth, Bentley's 1-year capital growth is 1.2%, while the three-year figure comes in at 15.1%, suggesting a market that is moving in the right direction.

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Key investment stats for Bentley

Median price per sq ft

£136 / sq ft

Average rental yield

6.2%

Capital growth (1y)

1.2%

Sales in past year

134

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

Live property stats in Bentley

Live prices in Bentley (Doncaster), Yorkshire and The Humber

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£132,500

25% of properties below...

£110,000

75% of properties below...

£190,000

Most expensive property

£500,000

Live listings

72

Median days on market

43

Should you invest in Bentley?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 6.2%, which are supported by a high proportion of private renters (in the 85th percentile nationally).
  • With a median price per square foot of £136 per sq ft, entry costs are relatively low, making it easier to achieve attractive returns or diversify portfolios.
  • The days on market of 43 days suggests good liquidity, so investors may find it easier to buy and sell without long waits.

Risks

  • The area has a low proportion of degree-educated residents (in the 3rd percentile) and professionals/managers (in the 1st percentile), which may limit long-term demand from higher-income tenants or buyers.
  • Unemployment is relatively high (in the 81st percentile), which could impact rental stability or future capital growth if economic conditions worsen.
  • Owner-occupation is low (in the 24th percentile), so the market may be more exposed to changes in the private rental sector or regulatory shifts.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Bentley is likely to remain attractive for investors seeking strong rental returns and affordability. The combination of low median prices per square foot (£136 per sq ft) and solid rental yields should continue to support demand from landlords. Liquidity is another plus, with homes selling quickly and little need for discounts, as shown by the median achieved minus asking price of £0 (the typical achieved discount).

However, investors should keep an eye on the local economy and employment trends. While recent capital growth of 1.2% over one year and 15.1% over three years is encouraging, future price increases may depend on improvements in the area's jobs market and demographics. Overall, Bentley offers a compelling mix of value and yield, but success will likely come to those who stay alert to local changes.

Live properties in Bentley

Investment properties in Bentley (Doncaster), Yorkshire and The Humber

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
9% below median price

£160,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Fairfield Road, Off York Road, Donc...

Properties needing refurbishment in Bentley (Doncaster), Yorkshire and The Humber
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom flat for sale
On market for 175 days

£95,000 - Offers Over

2 bedroom flat for sale

York Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshi...

Slow to sell properties in Bentley (Doncaster), Yorkshire and The Humber
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Reduced by 12%

£140,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Bentley Road, Bentley, Doncaster

Big price drop properties in Bentley (Doncaster), Yorkshire and The Humber
Big Price Drop
2 bedroom house for sale
20% below median price

£115,000

2 bedroom house for sale

Bentley Road, Doncaster

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Bentley (Doncaster), Yorkshire and The Humber
Low Price per Sq Ft

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: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £3,125 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £8,200 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.4%

Best places to invest in Bentley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1DN55.8%3.0%£190 / 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.