Property investment stats for Hyde (Tameside), North West

• The average rental yield of 6.0% is attractive for investors seeking steady income, and is supported by a strong showing in the SK14 postcode district, where yields reach 5.9%.
• Capital growth over one and three years (9.1% and 17.4%) suggests Hyde is on an upward curve and not just a flash in the pan.
• The median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house (£270,000) and a 2-bedroom flat (£132,500) both offer entry points at different levels, while rent figures (£1,100 and £1,150) look robust.

• The degree-educated population and professionals/managerial population are both in the bottom quartile, which could limit demand for higher-end lets or sales.
• The student population is in the upper third, which can be a double-edged sword: good for rental demand, but potentially more turnover and wear-and-tear.
• The median achieved minus asking price (£1,750 (the typical achieved discount)) suggests buyers are negotiating, so sellers may need to be realistic on pricing.

Looking ahead, Hyde’s fundamentals seem solid. The combination of affordable price-to-income ratio (5.0), healthy rental yields and strong recent capital growth makes for a compelling case. With annual sales at 478 and properties moving in 42 days, liquidity should remain stable barring any shocks.

Rental demand is likely to be underpinned by a sizeable student and young adult population, but the area’s lower share of professionals might cap the upside for premium rents. Overall, I expect Hyde to continue its steady growth pattern over the next 12 months, with neither boom nor bust on the horizon. Investors looking for balanced risk and reliable returns could do a lot worse.