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Property investment stats for Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook, West Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook sit firmly in owner-occupier territory, with owner-occupied housing in the 92nd percentile. The population skews older, with those aged 60 and above making up a high proportion, while younger adults are less common. Prices are accessible by national standards, given a price-to-income ratio of 4.5 and a median price per square foot of £240 per sq ft. Liquidity is reasonable, with annual sales at 104 and properties taking a median of 83 days to sell.

Capital growth has been steady, with a 1-year figure of 0.9% and a 3-year total of 11.4% (annualised at 3.7%). The area is not a hotspot for young professionals or renters, but does offer stability and affordability.

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Key investment stats for Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook

Median price per sq ft

£240 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

0.9%

Sales in past year

104

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

Live property stats in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook

Live prices in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook, West Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£327,995

25% of properties below...

£275,000

75% of properties below...

£425,000

Most expensive property

£1,000,000

Live listings

113

Median days on market

83

Should you invest in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields in the top postcode district, with a yield of 5.3%.
  • The current median asking rent for a 2-bedroom flat is £730, while the median sale price for a comparable flat is £105,000, which could make for attractive entry points.
  • The relatively high proportion of couples and older residents suggests demand for stable, long-term tenancies or family-oriented homes.

Risks

  • The private rental sector is small (in the 9th percentile), so finding tenants may take longer than in more renter-heavy areas.
  • The achieved price is typically below asking by £2,500 (the typical achieved discount), which could affect returns on sale.
  • The low proportion of younger adults may limit demand growth for smaller or starter homes.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook seem likely to continue their slow-and-steady trajectory. The area’s stability, combined with accessible prices and decent liquidity, should appeal to investors seeking lower volatility. Rental yields remain attractive in the best-performing postcode district, but the small private rental sector means consistent tenant demand is not guaranteed.

Capital growth is unlikely to surge, given the mature demographic and dominance of owner-occupiers, but the three-year growth rate of 11.4% shows the area can deliver reliable returns. Investors with a long-term view, especially those targeting family homes or older tenants, will likely find the outlook reassuring rather than exciting.

Live properties in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook

Investment properties in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook, West Midlands

7 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 173 days

£725,000 - Guide Price

7 bedroom detached house for sale

Pinetree Drive, Blythe Bridge

Slow to sell properties in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook, West Midlands
Slow to Sell

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £2,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,738 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £14,725 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.4%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.8%

Best places to invest in Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1ST115.3%2.9%£242 / 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.