Property investment stats for Ince-in-Makerfield, North West
A complete guide to property investment in Ince-in-Makerfield.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Investment summary
Ince-in-Makerfield stands out for investors looking for affordability, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.6 and a median price per square foot of £212 per sq ft. The area has a strong family demographic, sitting in the 95th percentile for families, and a high proportion of social rented housing. Liquidity is decent, with annual sales at 167 and homes spending a median of 39 days on the market. Properties are currently selling for more than their asking price, as shown by a median discount of -£1,148 (the typical achieved discount).
Rental yields are compelling, with an average rental yield of 6.2% and the top-performing postcode district returning 6.5%. This combination of affordability, demand from families, and strong yields makes Ince-in-Makerfield an intriguing spot for investors willing to look past the headline capital growth figures.
Key investment stats for Ince-in-Makerfield
Median price per sq ft
£212 / sq ft
Average rental yield
6.2%
Capital growth (1y)
-11.1%
Sales in past year
167
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Ince-in-Makerfield
Live prices in Ince-in-Makerfield, North West
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£160,000
25% of properties below...
£137,475
75% of properties below...
£200,000
Most expensive property
£650,000
Live listings
31
Median days on market
39
Should you invest in Ince-in-Makerfield?
Opportunities
- The area offers strong rental yields of 6.2%, with some postcode districts achieving up to 6.5%.
- Properties are selling for more than their asking price (median discount of -£1,148 (the typical achieved discount)), hinting at competitive demand.
- The family-heavy demographic, in the 95th percentile, suggests stable long-term rental demand.
Risks
- The one-year capital growth of -11.1% is a concern and signals short-term volatility.
- The proportion of degree-educated and professional residents is very low (both in the 2nd percentile), which may limit future price growth.
- The area has a high unemployment percentile (85th), which could impact tenant reliability and resale demand.
Outlook
In the next year, investors should expect a mixed bag in Ince-in-Makerfield. While the three-year annualised growth of 12.1% shows the area can deliver strong returns over the medium term, the capital growth over the past year of -11.1% suggests caution in the short run.
Rental demand looks robust, with families dominating the local market and yields remaining attractive. Affordability is a key strength, and properties are moving quickly, often above their asking price. Investors who focus on income rather than short-term capital gains may find this area particularly appealing.
Property market trends in Ince-in-Makerfield
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Live properties in Ince-in-Makerfield
Investment properties in Ince-in-Makerfield, North West
£150,000 - Offers in Excess of
3 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale
Taylors Lane, Ince, WN3
£140,000
2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
Banner Street, Ince, WN3 4NA
£650,000 - Offers in Region of
10 bedroom house for sale
Ince Hall Avenue, Ince, Wigan
£140,000 - Offers in Excess of
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
Ince Green Lane, Ince, WN3
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Seller's market
The market favours sellers, with buyers often forced above asking.
Headline stats
• Median discount: -£1,148
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £3,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £8,400 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of -0.9%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 0.9%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.7%
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Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
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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.