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Property investment stats for Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber

A complete guide to property investment in Honley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Honley offers a blend of stability and gentle growth, making it an appealing spot for investors who value steady returns over high volatility. The area has seen capital values change by 0.9% in the last year and annualised growth over three years stands at 3.9%, reflecting a market that rewards patience. The price-to-income ratio of 5.0 keeps homes relatively accessible for local buyers, and the rent-to-income ratio of 18.4% suggests tenants are not overly stretched. With homes spending around 57 days on the market and a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), liquidity is healthy but buyers can still negotiate.

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Key investment stats for Honley

Median price per sq ft

£279 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.4%

Capital growth (1y)

0.9%

Sales in past year

231

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

Live property stats in Honley

Live prices in Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£402,475

25% of properties below...

£250,000

75% of properties below...

£591,250

Most expensive property

£2,500,000

Live listings

276

Median days on market

57

Should you invest in Honley?

Opportunities

  • The top performing postcode district has a rental yield of 4.4%, offering better-than-average returns for buy-to-let investors.
  • With a high owner-occupation rate in the 85th percentile, properties are likely to be well maintained and neighbourhoods stable, which can support long-term value.
  • The median asking rent for a 3-bedroom house is £1,350, while the median sale price is £294,998, giving scope for decent rental income relative to purchase price.

Risks

  • Rental yields in the area average 3.4%, which may not excite those looking for high cash flow.
  • The private rented sector is in the 24th percentile, so rental demand may be more limited compared to areas with a stronger renting culture.
  • The population is older, with the 60+ age group in the 83rd percentile, which could affect future demand and turnover.

Outlook

The outlook for Honley is positive for steady, long-term investors. With capital growth over three years at 12.2%, the area has shown it can deliver above-inflation returns without the drama of boom-and-bust cycles. The high proportion of professionals and degree-educated residents (both above the 70th percentile) bodes well for future demand and supports a robust local economy.

While rental yields are not at the top end, the stability of the owner-occupied market and a relatively short time on market for sales suggest liquidity will remain healthy. Investors who value reliability and gradual growth over quick wins will find Honley a reassuring choice.

Live properties in Honley

Investment properties in Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber

2 bedroom terraced house for sale
36% below median price

£215,000 - Offers in Region of

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

New Mill Road, Brockholes, Holmfirt...

Properties needing refurbishment in Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 176 days

£700,000 - Offers in Region of

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Field View, Crodingley Farm Court, ...

Slow to sell properties in Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber
Slow to Sell
8 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 12%

£2,200,000 - Offers in Region of

8 bedroom detached house for sale

Northgate Mount, Honley, Holmfirth,...

Big price drop properties in Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom detached house for sale

£600,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Oakes Lane, Brockholes, Holmfirth, ...

Properties with planning granted in Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber
Planning Granted
2 bedroom cottage for sale
39% below median price

£165,000

2 bedroom cottage for sale

Penistone Road, New Mill, HD9 7JP

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Honley, Yorkshire and The Humber
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Discounts exist, but they won't transform deal economics on their own.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £12,500 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.4%

Best places to invest in Honley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1HD94.4%3.5%£278 / 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.