Property investment stats for Milnrow, North West

• The area’s 4.5% provides a solid base for income-focused investors, and the top postcode district’s yield of 6.5% suggests there are pockets with even better returns.
• Capital growth has changed by 8.4% over the past year and by 16.1% over three years, showing that the market has been moving in the right direction for those looking for asset appreciation.
• The price-to-income ratio of 4.2 and median price per square foot of £229 per sq ft mean that entry costs remain manageable for buyers, helping to support ongoing demand.

• The area’s annual sales volume of 121 is not especially high, which could limit liquidity for investors needing a quick exit.
• With a rent-to-income ratio of 20.6%, rental affordability is something to watch, as there may be a ceiling on how much rents can rise in the short term.
• The population profile shows a higher proportion of older residents (in the 62nd percentile), which could affect long-term rental demand if younger cohorts do not increase.

Looking ahead over the next year, Milnrow appears set to offer a relatively stable environment for property investors. The combination of a 4.5% yield and capital growth changing by 8.4% over the last year suggests both income and growth prospects remain intact. The fact that properties are selling at their asking price (with a median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount)) and spending a median of 48 days on the market signals that demand is meeting supply at present.

Affordability should continue to underpin demand, given the price-to-income ratio of 4.2 and the accessible median prices for both houses and flats. However, the relatively modest annual sales volume means that investors may need to be patient if they plan to sell. Overall, I expect the area to remain a steady performer, with few signs of overheating or deep discounts on the horizon.