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Property investment stats for Bradford-on-Avon, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Bradford-on-Avon.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Bradford-on-Avon offers a unique blend of heritage charm and steady property performance. The area has seen capital values change modestly over the past year, with a 1-year capital growth of -0.1%, but a longer-term view shows a 3-year capital growth of 8.2%, translating to an annualised rate of 2.7%. The local market is relatively liquid, as properties spend an average of 59 days before selling, and there is no median discount between achieved and asking prices (£0 (the typical achieved discount)), suggesting sellers are getting what they ask for.

Affordability is a mixed picture: the price-to-income ratio of 6.6 is balanced for the South West, and the rent-to-income ratio of 24.4% keeps things accessible for local tenants. The area is dominated by older households, with a high proportion of residents aged 60 and over, and has a strong presence of degree-educated professionals.

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Key investment stats for Bradford-on-Avon

Median price per sq ft

£393 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.5%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.1%

Sales in past year

168

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

Live property stats in Bradford-on-Avon

Live prices in Bradford-on-Avon, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£400,000

25% of properties below...

£287,500

75% of properties below...

£575,000

Most expensive property

£2,750,000

Live listings

112

Median days on market

59

Should you invest in Bradford-on-Avon?

Opportunities

  • The local market's stability is underpinned by properties selling for their asking price (£0 (the typical achieved discount)), which can give investors confidence in valuations.
  • The area boasts a highly educated and professional population, both in the 84th percentile for Britain, supporting demand for quality homes.
  • Investors seeking steady returns may appreciate the average rental yield of 3.5% and the consistent demand for rental properties, particularly in the top postcode district for yield (BA15) at 3.5%.

Risks

  • The area has a low proportion of private rented housing (14th percentile), which may limit the pool of available tenants and dampen rental growth.
  • With a population heavily skewed towards those aged 60 and over (91st percentile), there may be less organic demand growth from younger renters or families.
  • Capital growth over the past year has been flat (1-year capital growth of -0.1%), suggesting limited short-term price appreciation.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Bradford-on-Avon is likely to remain a stable, if unspectacular, market for investors who value consistency over rapid gains. The area's strength lies in its educated, professional demographic and the reliability of sales transactions, with properties typically selling at their asking price.

Rental yields are steady (3.5%) and the area continues to attract demand from those seeking quality homes, though the small private rental sector may cap further growth. Investors should expect continued moderate capital appreciation, in line with the annualised 3-year growth of 2.7%, rather than dramatic spikes.

Overall, Bradford-on-Avon suits those looking for low-drama, long-term investments rather than speculative opportunities.

Live properties in Bradford-on-Avon

Investment properties in Bradford-on-Avon, South West

1 bedroom apartment for sale
51% below median price

£90,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Norden, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire...

Properties needing refurbishment in Bradford-on-Avon, South West
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 169 days

£750,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Wine Street, Bradford-On-Avon

Slow to sell properties in Bradford-on-Avon, South West
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom apartment for sale
Reduced by 23%

£120,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Bull Pit, Bradford On Avon

Big price drop properties in Bradford-on-Avon, South West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom terraced house for sale
3,619 sq ft

£1,350,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom terraced house for sale

Silver Street, Bradford-On-Avon, BA...

Properties with planning granted in Bradford-on-Avon, South West
Planning Granted
1 bedroom apartment for sale
37% below median price

£190,000

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Bridge Yard, Bradford on Avon

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Bradford-on-Avon, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft
1 bedroom apartment for sale
51% below median price

£90,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Norden, Bradford-On-Avon

Auction properties in Bradford-on-Avon, South West
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Buyers should not expect big bargains — discounts are marginal.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £9,203 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £21,500 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 1.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.0%

Best places to invest in Bradford-on-Avon

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1BA153.5%2.5%£396 / 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.