Property investment stats for Bolton (Bolton), North West
A complete guide to property investment in Bolton.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Investment summary
Bolton stands out for investors seeking a balance of affordability and growth. The area has shown robust price performance, with capital growth over the past year of 9.6% and a three-year rise of 22.5%, translating to an annualised growth of 7.0%. Properties tend to move quickly, taking just 45 days to sell, and most achieve their full asking price, as indicated by the median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount).
Rental yields are healthy at 6.3% on average, with the top-performing postcode district offering 7.0%. The area’s price-to-income ratio of 4.4 and rent-to-income ratio of 23.4% keep both buying and renting within reach for many households.
Key investment stats for Bolton
Median price per sq ft
£225 / sq ft
Average rental yield
6.3%
Capital growth (1y)
9.6%
Sales in past year
1,702
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Bolton
Live prices in Bolton (Bolton), North West
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£260,000
25% of properties below...
£180,000
75% of properties below...
£375,000
Most expensive property
£1,800,000
Live listings
927
Median days on market
45
Should you invest in Bolton?
Opportunities
- Strong rental yields, averaging 6.3%, appeal to income-focused investors.
- Recent capital growth has been impressive, with a one-year figure of 9.6% and three-year growth of 22.5%.
- Properties are selling quickly, with a typical time on market of just 45 days, and most achieve their asking price, suggesting robust demand.
Risks
- The unemployment rate sits in the 91st percentile, which could affect local tenant demand and stability.
- The area has a high proportion of social rented housing (in the 79th percentile), potentially impacting neighbourhood dynamics and future price appreciation.
- Owner-occupation is low (25th percentile), which may reduce the pool of buyers if market conditions shift.
Outlook
Looking ahead, Bolton’s fundamentals suggest continued resilience. The combination of strong recent capital growth of 9.6% and robust yields of 6.3% should keep investor interest high. Demand is likely to remain solid given the quick sales cycle and properties achieving their asking prices.
Affordability remains a key advantage, with both purchase and rental costs accessible relative to local incomes. However, investors should keep an eye on the local employment picture and potential policy changes affecting the significant social rented sector. Overall, Bolton’s property market offers a compelling mix of income and growth potential in the year ahead.
Property market trends in Bolton
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Live properties in Bolton
Investment properties in Bolton (Bolton), North West
£180,000
2 bedroom terraced house for sale
Darwen Road, Bolton, BL7
£165,000
2 bedroom flat for sale
Vernon Street, Bolton
£86,000 - Guide Price
3 bedroom maisonette for sale
Pendle Court, Astley Bridge - 3 bed...
£165,000
4 bedroom house share for sale
Alder Street, Bolton
£875,000
5 bedroom detached house for sale
The Highgrove, Bolton, Greater Manc...
£240,000 - Offers Over
4 bedroom terraced house for sale
Deane Church Lane, Bolton
£210,000
2 bedroom apartment for sale
Apartment , The Schoolhouse, School...
£220,000 - Guide Price
2 bedroom detached house for sale
Chorley Old Road, Bolton, BL1
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Seller's market
Median discounts are small, suggesting a competitive market.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £0
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £6,838 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 0.0%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.9%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.0%
Best places to invest in Bolton
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
Nearby and related areas
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.