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Property investment stats for Broughton (Flintshire), Wales

A complete guide to property investment in Broughton.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Broughton offers an appealing mix for property investors, with a market that has shown notable momentum. The area has seen capital values change by 7.4% over the past year and by 12.4% over three years, which suggests a solid pattern of growth. Affordability is a strength here, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.2 that sits comfortably below many UK averages, making it accessible for both investors and buyers. The local market is also highly liquid; properties spend an average of 58 days on the market, and the typical home sells for its asking price, with a median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount).

Owner-occupation is high in Broughton, sitting in the 96th percentile, which reflects a strong sense of stability and community. However, the private rental sector is limited, ranking in the 11th percentile, so investor competition may be low but tenant demand could be more niche.

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Key investment stats for Broughton

Median price per sq ft

£253 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.8%

Capital growth (1y)

7.4%

Sales in past year

84

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

Live property stats in Broughton

Live prices in Broughton (Flintshire), Wales

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£280,000

25% of properties below...

£223,750

75% of properties below...

£350,000

Most expensive property

£760,000

Live listings

38

Median days on market

58

Should you invest in Broughton?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 4.8% in the area, with the top performing district offering up to 5.7%.
  • The market's high liquidity is evident with homes selling in an average of 58 days, and a median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount), indicating sellers are getting their asking price.
  • Affordability is a key advantage, as reflected by the 4.2 price-to-income ratio, making it easier to attract buyers and tenants alike.

Risks

  • The private rental sector is in the 11th percentile, so rental demand may be more limited than in areas with a larger renting population.
  • The market's high proportion of owner-occupiers could make it harder for investors to scale up portfolios quickly.
  • With annual sales at 84, the market is not especially large, which may restrict opportunities for rapid turnover or large-scale investment.

Outlook

The next 12 months in Broughton look positive for investors seeking steady returns and manageable risk. The recent capital growth of 7.4% over the past year, and the annualised figure of 4.0% over three years, both suggest ongoing momentum rather than a sudden spike.

The combination of high owner-occupation, strong liquidity, and fair affordability should help underpin values and keep the market resilient. Investors should expect a stable environment with moderate rental competition and a reliable sales pipeline. Broughton is unlikely to deliver runaway growth, but for those seeking a balanced, low-drama investment, it remains a sensible choice.

Live properties in Broughton

Investment properties in Broughton (Flintshire), Wales

2 bedroom detached house for sale
30% below median price

£235,000

2 bedroom detached house for sale

Bretton Lane, Bretton, CH4

Properties needing refurbishment in Broughton (Flintshire), Wales
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom bungalow for sale
24% below median price

£290,000

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Marlwood Place, Broughton, Chester,...

Priced to sell properties in Broughton (Flintshire), Wales
Priced to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 177 days

£245,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Harbridge Road, Broughton, Flintshi...

Slow to sell properties in Broughton (Flintshire), Wales
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom flat for sale
33% below median price

£130,000

2 bedroom flat for sale

Main Road, Broughton, Chester, Flin...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Broughton (Flintshire), Wales
Low Price per Sq Ft
2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
40% below median price

£130,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

Main Road, Broughton, Chester

Auction properties in Broughton (Flintshire), Wales
Auction

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 > £5,500 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £7,995 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.4%

Best places to invest in Broughton

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CH45.7%5.0%£291 / sq ft
2CH55.6%3.1%£220 / 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.