Property investment stats for Meltham, Yorkshire and The Humber

• Meltham has posted a one-year capital growth of 5.3% and a three-year cumulative of 14.8%, making it attractive for those with an eye on capital appreciation.
• The area’s price-to-income ratio of 4.9 and rent-to-income ratio of 18.9% suggest that affordability is still within reach for most buyers and renters.
• The top-performing postcode district offers a rental yield of 4.4%, which stands out for investors focused on income rather than just growth.

• The average rental yield of 3.5% is not especially compelling compared to some parts of the region, so income-focused investors may find returns muted.
• Properties are selling at a median discount of £3,250 (the typical achieved discount), which could point to some negotiation power for buyers but also hints at softening demand or over-optimistic pricing.
• The area’s demographic mix is balanced, but with a relatively high proportion of single and couple households, demand for larger family homes could be more limited.

Looking ahead, Meltham’s property market appears set for continued, if unspectacular, stability. The combination of moderate asking prices (with a three-bedroom house at £312,500 and a two-bedroom flat at £125,000) and reasonable rents (a three-bedroom house at £950) should support steady demand.

The area’s annualised growth rate of 4.7% and decent sales volumes suggest that the market is liquid enough for investors who value the ability to exit or trade up. With affordability remaining a relative strength, I expect Meltham to continue attracting buyers who are priced out of more expensive parts of Yorkshire. While rental yields are unlikely to set pulses racing, the capital growth story here is quietly compelling for those with patience. Investors should expect slow but steady progress rather than fireworks.