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Property investment stats for Holmes Chapel, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Holmes Chapel.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Holmes Chapel sits comfortably in the upper end of the owner-occupation scale, with owner-occupied housing in the 92nd percentile nationally. The area’s population skews older, with those aged 60 and above making up a hefty share — well into the 89th percentile — while those in their twenties and thirties are notably scarce. The market here is steady, with properties typically spending 61 days on the market and annual sales at 115. Affordability is relatively reasonable for the region, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.6 and a rent-to-income ratio of 26.5%.

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Key investment stats for Holmes Chapel

Median price per sq ft

£319 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.2%

Capital growth (1y)

-1.2%

Sales in past year

115

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

Live property stats in Holmes Chapel

Live prices in Holmes Chapel, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£450,000

25% of properties below...

£395,000

75% of properties below...

£625,000

Most expensive property

£1,650,000

Live listings

52

Median days on market

61

Should you invest in Holmes Chapel?

Opportunities

  • The average rental yield stands at a solid 4.2%, making it attractive for those seeking income rather than just capital growth.
  • The market has shown resilience over the past three years, with capital values up by 12.7%, which annualises out at 4.1%.
  • The most lucrative rental yields are found in CW4, where yields reach 4.1%.

Risks

  • The one-year capital growth has changed by -1.2%, so short-term gains may be limited for those focused on quick flips.
  • The private rental sector is in the 9th percentile nationally, suggesting rental supply is limited and tenant demand may be more muted than in urban hotspots.
  • The older demographic (with the 60+ age group in the 89th percentile) could mean slower turnover and less organic demand growth from younger households.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Holmes Chapel’s market is likely to remain stable, with modest capital appreciation and a steady rental sector. The older, established population base suggests that churn will stay low, supporting property values but limiting rapid price movements. Rental yields should hold firm, especially given the consistent demand from families and professionals in the area.

Affordability metrics — both for buyers and renters — are reasonable by regional standards, which should help underpin demand even if economic conditions shift. Overall, investors can expect a calm, predictable market, with returns driven more by income than by rapid capital growth.

Live properties in Holmes Chapel

Investment properties in Holmes Chapel, North West

1 bedroom flat for sale
On market for 176 days

£110,000

1 bedroom flat for sale

Parkway, Holmes Chapel, Crewe, Ches...

Slow to sell properties in Holmes Chapel, North West
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
873 sq ft

£325,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

London Road, Holmes Chapel

Properties with planning granted in Holmes Chapel, North West
Planning Granted
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
38% below median price

£115,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Lovell Court, Holmes Chapel

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

Best places to invest in Holmes Chapel

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CW44.1%2.9%£325 / 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.