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Property investment stats for Horwich, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Horwich.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Horwich stands out for its balance between affordability and growth, making it attractive for investors looking for both income and long-term potential. The price-to-income ratio of 4.5 suggests that property remains accessible for buyers, while the rent-to-income ratio of 22.0% indicates rents are moderate relative to local earnings. With an average rental yield of 6.1%, the area provides a solid income stream for landlords. Capital growth has been steady, with a 1-year increase of 3.9% and a 3-year growth of 17.1%, pointing to sustained demand.

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Key investment stats for Horwich

Median price per sq ft

£256 / sq ft

Average rental yield

6.1%

Capital growth (1y)

3.9%

Sales in past year

308

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

Live property stats in Horwich

Live prices in Horwich, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£327,995

25% of properties below...

£225,000

75% of properties below...

£420,000

Most expensive property

£2,800,000

Live listings

237

Median days on market

35

Should you invest in Horwich?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields, with the average at 6.1% and the top postcode district achieving 5.7%.
  • Quick sales are possible, as properties spend a median of 35 days on the market, reflecting healthy liquidity.
  • The median asking sale price of a 3-bedroom house is £270,000, while the median rent for the same is £1,375, offering an appealing balance for buy-to-let investors.

Risks

  • The discount between achieved and asking prices stands at £3,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers may expect to negotiate on price.
  • With owner-occupied and private rented housing both around the national midpoint, supply shifts could impact future yields or capital appreciation.
  • The area’s population demographics are broadly average, so there may be fewer stand-out demand drivers than in more distinctive markets.

Outlook

The outlook for Horwich remains positive, with recent capital growth of 3.9% over the past year and annualised growth of 5.4% over three years. Liquidity is strong, with homes moving in a median of 35 days, which supports both entry and exit for investors.

Rental yields and affordability metrics suggest that the market is balanced, offering income potential without being overheated. Given the current asking prices and rents for typical properties, investors can expect stable returns if current trends persist. While there are no extreme demographic pressures, the steady performance across key indicators makes Horwich a reliable choice for investors seeking a blend of income and growth.

Live properties in Horwich

Investment properties in Horwich, North West

2 bedroom terraced house for sale
37% below median price

£150,000 - Offers Over

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

Leicester Avenue, Horwich, Bolton

Properties needing refurbishment in Horwich, North West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 178 days

£190,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Beaumont Avenue, Horwich, Bolton, B...

Slow to sell properties in Horwich, North West
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Reduced by 13%

£195,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Church Street, Horwich, Bolton, BL6

Big price drop properties in Horwich, North West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
2,945 sq ft

£850,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Wilderswood, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7

Properties with planning granted in Horwich, North West
Planning Granted
2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
40% below median price

£95,000

2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Heaviley Grove, Horwich, Bolton, BL...

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

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £9,250 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £11,980 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.8%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.2%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.4%

Best places to invest in Horwich

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1BL65.7%6.4%£268 / 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.