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Property investment stats for Brynmawr, Wales

A complete guide to property investment in Brynmawr.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Brynmawr sits in a part of Wales where affordability stands out, with a price-to-income ratio of 3.7 and a median price per square foot of £158 per sq ft. Investors will notice a market with annual sales at 54 and properties typically spending 52 days on the market, suggesting a reasonable level of liquidity for the region. Over the past year, the area has seen capital growth of 2.6%, and the three-year figure is even more impressive at 13.1%, translating to an annualised growth of 4.2%.

The local population leans older, with a high proportion of single occupier households and a notable presence of social rented housing. Brynmawr’s professional and degree-educated population is limited, and the student demographic is modest. This shapes the rental and resale dynamics, with demand likely tied to affordability and the needs of established local residents.

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Key investment stats for Brynmawr

Median price per sq ft

£158 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

2.6%

Sales in past year

54

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

Live property stats in Brynmawr

Live prices in Brynmawr, Wales

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£250,000

25% of properties below...

£127,500

75% of properties below...

£330,000

Most expensive property

£500,000

Live listings

55

Median days on market

52

Should you invest in Brynmawr?

Opportunities

  • The strong rental yield of 6.0% in NP23 is attractive for investors seeking income-focused strategies.
  • The current median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house is £250,000, offering an accessible entry point relative to many other parts of Britain.
  • The area’s annualised growth of 4.2% over the past three years suggests steady capital appreciation for those willing to hold.

Risks

  • The unemployment rate is in the 82nd percentile, meaning joblessness is much higher than in most parts of Britain and could affect both tenant demand and resale prospects.
  • The owner-occupied housing is in the 25th percentile, indicating a smaller pool of buyers who might purchase homes for themselves.
  • The professional and manager population is in the 6th percentile, highlighting a limited base of higher-income tenants or buyers.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Brynmawr’s affordability is likely to underpin demand from value-focused buyers and renters. The capital growth of 2.6% in the past year, plus the annualised growth of 4.2% over three years, points to a market that can deliver steady returns rather than dramatic swings.

Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending 52 days on the market and annual sales at 54, so investors can expect a fair chance to exit if needed. However, the area’s economic profile and tenant base are shaped by higher unemployment and a reliance on social housing, which may limit upside if the wider economy stutters. Overall, Brynmawr looks like a place for cautious, income-oriented investors rather than those seeking rapid growth or a highly professional tenant pool.

Live properties in Brynmawr

Investment properties in Brynmawr, Wales

3 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 171 days

£280,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom detached house for sale

King Street, Ebbw Vale, NP23

Slow to sell properties in Brynmawr, Wales
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
7% local capital growth

£120,000

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Glamorgan Street, Brynmawr, NP23

High capital growth properties in Brynmawr, Wales
High Capital Growth

Best places to invest in Brynmawr

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1NP236.0%7.0%£159 / sq ft

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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.