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Property investment stats for Milford and Witley, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Milford and Witley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Milford and Witley offer a property landscape that feels both established and quietly ambitious. The area is dominated by families, with a strong owner-occupied housing base in the 67th percentile, and private rentals are notably scarce compared to much of Britain. Investors will notice a high degree of professional and degree-educated residents, which helps underpin demand and stability. The median price per square foot, at £514 per sq ft, is on the higher side, reflecting the area's affluence, while the price-to-income ratio of 7.5 suggests a stretch for some local buyers, but not an extreme one for the region.

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Key investment stats for Milford and Witley

Median price per sq ft

£514 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.0%

Capital growth (1y)

8.3%

Sales in past year

73

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

Live property stats in Milford and Witley

Live prices in Milford and Witley, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£550,000

25% of properties below...

£382,500

75% of properties below...

£822,500

Most expensive property

£2,950,000

Live listings

83

Median days on market

64

Should you invest in Milford and Witley?

Opportunities

  • The area has seen robust capital growth, with a 1-year increase of 8.3% and a 3-year figure of 8.9%, making it appealing for those focused on appreciation.
  • Family homes, such as 3-bedroom houses, are in demand, as reflected by the strong families household percentile of 86 and the current median asking sale price of £592,500.
  • The professional and degree-educated population (in the 75th and 73rd percentiles respectively) supports stable tenancies and resale values.

Risks

  • Rental yields are moderate at 4.0%, and the top postcode district yield is only 3.9%, so buy-to-let investors may find returns unexciting compared to other regions.
  • With private rented housing in just the 3rd percentile, sourcing tenants may be slower, and the tenant pool is smaller than in more urbanised markets.
  • Properties spend an average of 64 days on the market, so liquidity is reasonable but not rapid; investors seeking quick exits should be aware.

Outlook

Over the next 12 months, Milford and Witley look set to continue their steady, upward trajectory. The area’s strong professional base and high family orientation suggest that demand for quality homes will remain robust, supporting both prices and rental demand. Affordability is a mild concern, with a price-to-income ratio of 7.5, but this is balanced by the area's desirability and local earning power.

Rental yields are unlikely to surge, but capital values are well-supported, especially given the recent 1-year growth of 8.3%. Investors should expect a market that favours long-term holding and capital appreciation over rapid gains or high yields. Liquidity should remain steady, with average days on market at 64 days. Overall, Milford and Witley offer a safe, if unspectacular, haven for patient investors.

Live properties in Milford and Witley

Investment properties in Milford and Witley, South East

4 bedroom detached house for sale
35% below median price

£720,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Wheeler Lane, Witley, Godalming, GU...

Properties needing refurbishment in Milford and Witley, South East
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom apartment for sale
On market for 173 days

£275,000

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Portsmouth Road, Milford, Godalming...

Slow to sell properties in Milford and Witley, South East
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom maisonette for sale
Reduced by 18%

£225,000

2 bedroom maisonette for sale

Chapel Lane, Milford, Godalming, Su...

Big price drop properties in Milford and Witley, South East
Big Price Drop
6 bedroom detached house for sale
4,152 sq ft

£1,795,000 - Guide Price

6 bedroom detached house for sale

Petworth Road, Chiddingfold, GU8

Properties with planning granted in Milford and Witley, South East
Planning Granted
2 bedroom flat for sale
36% below median price

£290,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom flat for sale

Reris Grange Close, Milford, Godalm...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Milford and Witley, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft

Best places to invest in Milford and Witley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1GU83.9%3.4%£522 / 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.