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Property investment stats for Buckley, Wales

A complete guide to property investment in Buckley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Buckley offers a solid proposition for investors seeking stability and steady returns in Wales. With a price-to-income ratio of 4.3, affordability is a notable feature compared to more stretched markets. The area is dominated by owner-occupiers, sitting in the 82nd percentile, which suggests a settled, community-focused environment and less volatility in the rental market. Sales volumes are respectable, with 192 properties changing hands annually, and homes typically spend 60 days on the market, reflecting decent liquidity.

For those considering the rental market, yields are healthy, with an average rental yield of 4.6% and a top district yield of 5.0%. The median price per square foot of £237 per sq ft and a median discount of £2,000 (the typical achieved discount) indicate buyers may have some negotiating room.

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Key investment stats for Buckley

Median price per sq ft

£237 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.6%

Capital growth (1y)

0.8%

Sales in past year

192

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

Live property stats in Buckley

Live prices in Buckley, Wales

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£272,500

25% of properties below...

£212,499

75% of properties below...

£371,875

Most expensive property

£775,000

Live listings

118

Median days on market

60

Should you invest in Buckley?

Opportunities

  • The combination of strong rental yields of 4.6% and a top postcode district yield of 5.0% offers attractive income prospects for buy-to-let investors.
  • Affordability, evidenced by a price-to-income ratio of 4.3, makes entry easier for those looking to build or expand a portfolio.
  • The area’s high owner-occupier rate and steady annual sales suggest a stable market with less exposure to sudden shifts in tenant demand.

Risks

  • The relatively low proportion of private rented housing, in the 35th percentile, may limit rental market growth or make finding tenants more competitive.
  • Modest capital growth, with 1-year growth of 0.8% and annualised 3-year growth of 3.0%, means investors should temper expectations for rapid appreciation.
  • The median discount of £2,000 (the typical achieved discount) on sales could signal that buyers are cautious or that sellers must be flexible on price.

Outlook

The outlook for Buckley is quietly optimistic. While capital appreciation has been steady rather than spectacular, with 1-year growth of 0.8% and 3-year growth of 9.3%, these figures suggest resilience in the face of wider market fluctuations. Rental yields remain attractive, and the median rent for a 3-bedroom house of £995 compares well to the median sale price of £240,000, supporting ongoing demand from families and professionals.

Liquidity is decent, and with homes spending 60 days on the market, investors should expect a reasonable pace for both buying and selling. Overall, Buckley offers a blend of affordability and stability, making it a sound option for investors who value steady income and low drama over speculation and risk.

Live properties in Buckley

Investment properties in Buckley, Wales

3 bedroom bungalow for sale
13% below median price

£270,000

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Megs Lane, Buckley, CH7

Properties needing refurbishment in Buckley, Wales
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom house for sale
On market for 160 days

£450,000 - Offers in Region of

4 bedroom house for sale

Padeswood Road South, Buckley, CH7

Slow to sell properties in Buckley, Wales
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
2,035 sq ft

£500,000

3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

LOTS 1 & 2 - Building plot and Bung...

Properties with planning granted in Buckley, Wales
Planning Granted
2 bedroom apartment for sale
24% below median price

£130,000 - Offers in Region of

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Llys Ty Coed, Buckley, CH7

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Buckley, Wales
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: £2,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £8,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.9%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.9%

Best places to invest in Buckley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CH75.0%2.7%£238 / 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.