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Property investment stats for Bradley Stoke, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Bradley Stoke.

Last updated: 25 March 2026

Investment summary

Bradley Stoke stands out as a modern, family-friendly area with a strong presence of couples and families, both in terms of households and age profile. The balance between owner-occupied and private rented housing is notable, with a high proportion of private rentals relative to the national average. Investors will notice that the current median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house is £367,500, while a 2-bedroom flat is listed at £210,000. Rents are also robust, with a 3-bedroom house achieving a median asking rent of £1,675 and a 2-bedroom flat at £1,250.

Rental yields remain attractive, with an average of 5.6%, and the top postcode district pushing this slightly higher at 5.8%. Liquidity is healthy, with properties spending an average of 34 days on the market and annual sales sitting at 296.

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Key investment stats for Bradley Stoke

Median price per sq ft

£415 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.6%

Capital growth (1y)

-4.0%

Sales in past year

296

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

Live property stats in Bradley Stoke

Live prices in Bradley Stoke, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£339,950

25% of properties below...

£270,000

75% of properties below...

£525,000

Most expensive property

£1,250,000

Live listings

105

Median days on market

34

Should you invest in Bradley Stoke?

Opportunities

  • The area offers strong rental yields of 5.6%, with some postcode districts achieving up to 5.8%, making it appealing for buy-to-let investors.
  • Liquidity is supported by a brisk average of 34 days on the market and 296 annual sales, suggesting steady demand.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 4.1 and a rent-to-income ratio of 21.5% point to a relatively accessible market for both buyers and renters, which may help underpin future demand.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the past year has changed by -4.0%, which may give some investors pause if short-term appreciation is a priority.
  • The median achieved price is £2,500 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, indicating some negotiation room and possibly softer pricing power for sellers.
  • A high proportion of private rented housing (in the 83rd percentile) could mean more competition for landlords and potential downward pressure on rents if supply increases further.

Outlook

The outlook for Bradley Stoke remains steady, with the area’s strong demographic appeal likely to support ongoing demand for both sales and rentals. While capital growth over the past year has changed by -4.0%, the three-year figure stands at 10.2% with an annualised rate of 3.3%, which suggests more resilience over a longer horizon.

Rental yields continue to look attractive, especially in the top-performing postcode districts, and the underlying affordability metrics remain supportive. Investors should keep an eye on the local supply of rental properties, as high levels of private renting could cap further upward movement in rents. Overall, Bradley Stoke offers a balanced proposition for investors seeking a mix of income and long-term growth potential.

Live properties in Bradley Stoke

Investment properties in Bradley Stoke, South West

4 bedroom detached house for sale
11% below median price

£550,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Campion Drive, Bradley Stoke, Brist...

Properties needing refurbishment in Bradley Stoke, South West
Needs Refurb
1 bedroom flat for sale
On market for 177 days

£160,000 - Offers Over

1 bedroom flat for sale

Hornbeam Close, Bradley Stoke, Bris...

Slow to sell properties in Bradley Stoke, South West
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom flat for sale
39% below median price

£130,000 - Offers Over

1 bedroom flat for sale

Great Meadow Road, Bradley Stoke, B...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Bradley Stoke, South West
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: £2,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £8,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £12,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.8%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.6%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.7%

Best places to invest in Bradley Stoke

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1BS345.8%4.0%£385 / sq ft
2BS325.5%3.2%£421 / 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.