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Property investment stats for Frome, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Frome.

Last updated: 10 January 2026

Investment summary

Frome offers a balanced property market with moderate affordability and a mix of housing types. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9 and rent-to-income ratio of 22.3% suggest that both buying and renting are accessible for a broad range of residents. Investors will note the average rental yield of 4.6%, which is in line with many other towns in the region. Liquidity appears steady, with homes spending a median of 69 days on the market and a typical discount to asking price of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount).

Sales volumes are healthy at 370 per year, supporting confidence in the ability to enter and exit positions. The local population profile is diverse, with a mix of professionals, families, and a strong presence of couples, which adds to the area’s stability.

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Key investment stats for Frome

Median price per sq ft

£353 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.6%

Capital growth (1y)

-1.4%

Sales in past year

370

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

Live property stats in Frome

Live prices in Frome, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£352,500

25% of properties below...

£273,750

75% of properties below...

£503,750

Most expensive property

£2,500,000

Live listings

240

Median days on market

69

Should you invest in Frome?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields in the top-performing postcode district reach 4.6%, providing a solid income stream for landlords.
  • The three-year capital growth of 10.8% and annualised growth of 3.5% highlight the potential for long-term appreciation.
  • The typical discount to asking price of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) may give buyers some negotiating power when acquiring property.

Risks

  • The one-year capital growth of -1.4% signals a recent period of price stagnation, which could impact short-term returns.
  • With a median price per square foot of £353 per sq ft, affordability may be a concern for some buyers, especially first-timers.
  • Properties spend a median of 69 days on the market, so investors may need patience to achieve a sale at their desired price.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Frome’s property market is set for steady progress rather than dramatic swings. The combination of 370 transactions per year and a typical time to sell of 69 days points to a market with reasonable liquidity, but not one where homes fly off the shelves.

Rental demand should remain healthy, supported by the area’s mix of professionals, families, and couples, and the ongoing appeal of rental yields at 4.6%. While the recent one-year capital growth of -1.4% may give some investors pause, the longer-term three-year growth of 10.8% offers reassurance for those with patience. Overall, the outlook is quietly optimistic for investors who value stability and gradual gains over quick wins.

Live properties in Frome

Investment properties in Frome, South West

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
28% below median price

£239,950 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Christchurch Street East, Frome

Properties needing refurbishment in Frome, South West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 179 days

£365,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom detached house for sale

The Robins, Frome

Slow to sell properties in Frome, South West
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom apartment for sale
Reduced by 12%

£350,000 - Offers in Excess of

2 bedroom apartment for sale

West End, Frome

Big price drop properties in Frome, South West
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
837 sq ft

£320,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Wyville Road, Frome

Properties with planning granted in Frome, South West
Planning Granted
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
47% below median price

£320,000 - Offers in Excess of

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

The Butts, Frome, BA11

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Frome, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft
2 bedroom terraced house for sale
7% below median price

£200,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

Beaconsfield Way, Frome

Auction properties in Frome, South West
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

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

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.7%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.7%

Best places to invest in Frome

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1BA114.6%3.0%£356 / 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.