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Property investment stats for Dalton-in-Furness, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Dalton-in-Furness.

Last updated: 26 March 2026

Investment summary

Dalton-in-Furness offers a steady, affordable property market that stands out for its accessibility. The price-to-income ratio of 3.2 keeps homes within reach for local buyers, while the median price per square foot of £160 per sq ft is far below what you’d find in larger towns. Liquidity is solid, with annual sales of 136 and homes typically spending 53 days on the market. A median discount of £3,000 (the typical achieved discount) suggests buyers have some room to negotiate, but properties are still moving at a healthy pace.

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Key investment stats for Dalton-in-Furness

Median price per sq ft

£160 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

2.2%

Sales in past year

136

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

Live property stats in Dalton-in-Furness

Live prices in Dalton-in-Furness, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£235,000

25% of properties below...

£143,500

75% of properties below...

£372,500

Most expensive property

£795,000

Live listings

75

Median days on market

53

Should you invest in Dalton-in-Furness?

Opportunities

  • The current median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house of £240,000 and a 2-bedroom flat of £145,000 make Dalton-in-Furness attractive for investors seeking lower entry points.
  • A median asking rent for a 3-bedroom house of N/A offers potential for solid rental returns compared to purchase prices.
  • The area sits in the 87th percentile for single-occupier households, opening up opportunities for smaller units and flexible rental arrangements.

Risks

  • Capital growth has been modest, with a 1-year figure of 2.2% and a 3-year annualised growth of 0.4%, so investors looking for rapid appreciation may need patience.
  • The degree-educated and professional population is in the lower percentiles, which could limit demand from higher-earning tenants or buyers.
  • With a private rented sector in the 50th percentile, competition among landlords may be average, so standing out will take effort.

Outlook

Dalton-in-Furness is likely to remain a stable, affordable choice for investors over the next year. The price-to-income ratio of 3.2 should continue to support local demand, while the annual sales of 136 and days on market of 53 days point to a market that is neither overheated nor sluggish.

Don’t expect dramatic price movements given the annualised growth over 3 years of 0.4%, but steady returns and low volatility are likely. For those seeking reliable rental income or a low-stress entry into property investment, Dalton-in-Furness has plenty to offer. The market’s modest pace is a positive for buyers who value predictability over speculation.

Live properties in Dalton-in-Furness

Investment properties in Dalton-in-Furness, North West

3 bedroom town house for sale
On market for 155 days

£199,000

3 bedroom town house for sale

Hawkwood Terrace, Dalton-in-Furness...

Slow to sell properties in Dalton-in-Furness, North West
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom house for sale
Reduced by 10%

£225,000

3 bedroom house for sale

Market Street, Dalton-In-Furness

Big price drop properties in Dalton-in-Furness, North West
Big Price Drop
House for sale

£199,950 - Offers in Region of

House for sale

Chapel Street, Dalton In Furness

Properties with planning granted in Dalton-in-Furness, North West
Planning Granted

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,950 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £12,680 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.9%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 4.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 8.5%

Best places to invest in Dalton-in-Furness

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1LA15-0.8%£160 / 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.