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Property investment stats for Corsham, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Corsham.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Corsham offers a property market that balances steady growth with attractive affordability for buyers and investors. The area has seen a long-term increase in property values, with capital growth over three years at 10.3%, and an annualised rate of 3.3%. However, the past year has been more challenging, with capital growth changing by -1.8%, reflecting some short-term uncertainty. Rental yields are moderate, with an average of 4.1%, and there is a healthy level of liquidity, evidenced by properties spending just 32 days on the market.

Affordability is a key feature here, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.6, which is manageable compared to many parts of the UK. The market's stability is further shown by the fact that homes are typically selling at their asking price, with a median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount).

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Key investment stats for Corsham

Median price per sq ft

£354 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.1%

Capital growth (1y)

-1.8%

Sales in past year

148

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

Live property stats in Corsham

Live prices in Corsham, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£400,000

25% of properties below...

£270,000

75% of properties below...

£575,000

Most expensive property

£2,750,000

Live listings

101

Median days on market

32

Should you invest in Corsham?

Opportunities

  • The long-term capital growth of 10.3% and annualised growth of 3.3% suggest Corsham has delivered consistent returns for patient investors.
  • Properties sell quickly, with an average of 32 days, indicating strong demand and good liquidity for those looking to exit or refinance.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 5.6 makes Corsham comparatively affordable for buyers, especially families and couples who are well represented in the local demographic.

Risks

  • The most recent one-year capital growth has changed by -1.8%, highlighting potential short-term volatility or stagnation.
  • The private rented sector is relatively small, in the 20th percentile, which may limit rental demand or growth opportunities for investors focused on lettings.
  • The population skews older, with those aged 60 and above in the 77th percentile, possibly impacting long-term rental demand and future market dynamics.

Outlook

Over the next year, Corsham's property market is likely to remain stable, with affordability and steady demand supporting prices. The quick sales pace, with homes on the market for just 32 days, signals that buyer interest should remain resilient.

Rental yields of 4.1% are reasonable but not exceptional, so investors should expect steady rather than spectacular income returns. With the area’s owner-occupied housing in the 66th percentile and families in the 60th percentile, demand from buyers is likely to stay robust. However, the muted recent capital growth of -1.8% suggests caution is warranted for those seeking short-term gains. Overall, Corsham appears best suited to investors with a medium- to long-term outlook who value stability and affordability.

Live properties in Corsham

Investment properties in Corsham, South West

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
43% below median price

£300,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Paul Street, Corsham

Properties needing refurbishment in Corsham, South West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 170 days

£475,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Priory Street, Corsham, SN13 0AY

Slow to sell properties in Corsham, South West
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 10%

£450,000 - Offers Over

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0DT

Big price drop properties in Corsham, South West
Big Price Drop
2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
864 sq ft

£225,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Dickens Avenue, Corsham

Properties with planning granted in Corsham, South West
Planning Granted
5 bedroom detached house for sale
32% below median price

£700,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Hardhams Rise, Corsham

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Corsham, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Vendors are holding firm; properties tend to sell at close to asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,000 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 1.6%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 2.9%

Best places to invest in Corsham

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SN134.0%3.2%£361 / 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.