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Property investment stats for Heswall, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Heswall.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Heswall offers a stable, mature market defined by high levels of owner-occupation and a notably older population — both in the 96th percentile for their respective categories. The area’s property market has seen capital values change by -1.4% over the last year, though the three-year picture is more positive, with capital growth of 9.4% and annualised growth at 3.0%. Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending an average of 75 days on the market and annual sales at 421. Affordability appears balanced, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.9 and a rent-to-income ratio of 23.5%, suggesting that both buyers and tenants face manageable costs.

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Key investment stats for Heswall

Median price per sq ft

£295 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.8%

Capital growth (1y)

-1.4%

Sales in past year

421

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

Live property stats in Heswall

Live prices in Heswall, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£492,500

25% of properties below...

£321,250

75% of properties below...

£650,000

Most expensive property

£2,395,000

Live listings

338

Median days on market

75

Should you invest in Heswall?

Opportunities

  • Investors can expect strong rental yields of 4.8%, with the top performing postcode district offering yields of 4.8%.
  • The current median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house is £399,950, while a 2-bedroom flat asks £235,000, which may present entry points for different investment strategies.
  • The median achieved price is typically £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, giving buyers some potential leverage in negotiations.

Risks

  • The private rental sector is small — only in the 7th percentile — so finding tenants may be less straightforward than in more renter-heavy locations.
  • The population skews older (96th percentile for those aged 60+), which may limit demand from younger renters or families.
  • Capital growth in the past year has changed by -1.4%, so investors seeking short-term appreciation should temper expectations.

Outlook

The outlook for Heswall is steady rather than spectacular. With owner-occupation at the top end of the scale and a limited private rental sector, the market is unlikely to see dramatic shifts in supply or demand. Investors should expect stability, with moderate liquidity and a balanced affordability profile.

Rental yields remain attractive at 4.8%, especially in the top-performing district, but capital growth is likely to be gradual. For those seeking reliable, long-term returns in a mature market, Heswall still holds appeal. However, those looking for rapid growth or a vibrant rental scene may find more dynamic prospects elsewhere.

Live properties in Heswall

Investment properties in Heswall, North West

3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
36% below median price

£259,950 - Guide Price

3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

Ridgemere Road, Pensby

Properties needing refurbishment in Heswall, North West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 180 days

£250,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Elm Close, Pensby, Wirral, CH61

Slow to sell properties in Heswall, North West
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 15%

£1,000,000 - Offers Over

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Sandfield Park, CH60

Big price drop properties in Heswall, North West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
2,159 sq ft

£775,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Oldfield Road, Lower Heswall, Wirra...

Properties with planning granted in Heswall, North West
Planning Granted
5 bedroom detached house for sale
54% below median price

£675,000 - Offers in Region of

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Davenport Road, Heswall, Wirral, CH...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Heswall, North West
Low Price per Sq Ft

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 > £17,560 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.6%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.4%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.0%

Best places to invest in Heswall

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CH614.8%4.4%£282 / sq ft
2CH603.1%3.8%£338 / 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.