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Property investment stats for Helsby, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Helsby.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Helsby stands out as a residential area with a strong owner-occupier presence, sitting in the 85th percentile for owner-occupied housing. The price-to-income ratio of 4.2 suggests homes are relatively affordable for local earners, especially when compared to more pressurised markets. The area’s recent capital growth over one year has changed by 2.4%, and over three years, growth has reached 18.7%, with annualised growth at 5.9%. Liquidity appears steady, with properties spending a median of 63 days on the market and annual sales at 80.

Rental yields in Helsby are solid, with an average of 4.4% and the top-performing postcode district achieving 4.9%. The median achieved price is only £2,000 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, indicating that sellers generally get close to what they expect.

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Key investment stats for Helsby

Median price per sq ft

£278 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.4%

Capital growth (1y)

2.4%

Sales in past year

80

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

Live property stats in Helsby

Live prices in Helsby, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£300,000

25% of properties below...

£241,245

75% of properties below...

£550,000

Most expensive property

£975,000

Live listings

62

Median days on market

63

Should you invest in Helsby?

Opportunities

  • The relatively high proportion of professionals and managers, in the 76th percentile, underpins demand for quality homes and stable tenancies.
  • With a price-to-income ratio of 4.2, affordability is a draw for both buyers and renters compared to many parts of Britain.
  • The top postcode district for rental yield delivers 4.9%, which is attractive for investors seeking steady rental income.

Risks

  • The private rented sector is in the 20th percentile, suggesting limited supply for buy-to-let landlords and potentially less tenant turnover.
  • The area’s older demographic, with 60+ in the 72nd percentile, could mean slower long-term demand growth from younger renters or buyers.
  • Annual sales volume at 80 is modest, so liquidity may be an issue if you need to exit quickly.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Helsby’s blend of affordability and strong professional base should continue to support both sales and rental demand. The steady pace of capital growth — 2.4% over one year and 18.7% over three — suggests the market is neither overheated nor stagnant. Rental yields at 4.4% remain competitive, especially for those able to secure properties in the top-performing district.

Liquidity is reasonable for a location of this size, though investors should be aware of the relatively low annual sales. Overall, the outlook is for steady, sustainable returns rather than rapid gains or volatility.

Live properties in Helsby

Investment properties in Helsby, North West

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
20% below median price

£220,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Kings Drive, Helsby, Frodsham

Properties needing refurbishment in Helsby, North West
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 169 days

£635,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Old Chester Road, Helsby, Frodsham

Slow to sell properties in Helsby, North West
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom retirement property for sale
Reduced by 31%

£90,000

2 bedroom retirement property for sale

The Windings, Cable Drive, Helsby, ...

Big price drop properties in Helsby, North West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
1,624 sq ft

£700,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Chester Road, Frodsham, WA6

Properties with planning granted in Helsby, North West
Planning Granted
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
52% below median price

£80,000

1 bedroom retirement property for sale

The Windings, Cable Drive, Helsby, ...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Helsby, North 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: £2,000

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £20,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.9%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.0%

Best places to invest in Helsby

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1WA64.9%3.2%£284 / 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.