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Property investment stats for Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber

A complete guide to property investment in Morley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Morley sits just outside Leeds and offers a blend of affordability and strong rental prospects. The average price-to-income ratio of 4.0 points to homes that are more accessible than in many other parts of the country, while the median price per square foot of £258 per sq ft keeps entry costs in check. Liquidity is a notable strength here, with properties spending only 35 days on the market and annual sales hitting 430. This level of turnover suggests a market where investors can move in and out with relative ease.

Rental yields are robust, with the average at 5.6% and the best-performing district delivering 5.5%. For those eyeing capital appreciation, the one-year growth stands at 1.6%, while the three-year figure of 10.3% shows steady, if unspectacular, progress.

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Key investment stats for Morley

Median price per sq ft

£258 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.6%

Capital growth (1y)

1.6%

Sales in past year

430

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

Live property stats in Morley

Live prices in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£257,498

25% of properties below...

£171,250

75% of properties below...

£350,000

Most expensive property

£825,000

Live listings

218

Median days on market

35

Should you invest in Morley?

Opportunities

  • Strong rental yields of 5.6% make Morley appealing for income-focused investors.
  • Homes are relatively affordable, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.0 and a median price per square foot of £258 per sq ft.
  • Properties move quickly, spending just 35 days on the market, which supports liquidity for buyers and sellers.

Risks

  • The capital growth over one year is just 1.6%, so investors should temper short-term expectations.
  • The area has a high proportion of private rented housing (in the 72nd percentile), which could mean stiff competition for tenants.
  • Families are less prevalent (in the 27th percentile), so buy-to-let investors may find more success targeting young professionals or couples.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Morley’s fundamentals remain attractive for investors who value a balance of yield and affordability. The three-year annualised growth rate of 3.3% suggests that while explosive gains are unlikely, steady progress is more the norm. The rental market remains buoyant, thanks to a high proportion of private renters and a large population of people in their twenties and thirties.

With a median discount of £3,000 (the typical achieved discount) on sales, buyers may find some room for negotiation, though quick sales mean opportunities do not linger. For those seeking a stable, income-generating investment with reasonable prospects for capital growth, Morley remains a solid contender.

Live properties in Morley

Investment properties in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber

2 bedroom terraced house for sale
17% below median price

£145,000

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

South Parade, Morley, Leeds, West Y...

Properties needing refurbishment in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Needs Refurb
5 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 175 days

£400,000 - Offers Over

5 bedroom detached house for sale

New Village Walk, Churwell, Morley,...

Slow to sell properties in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom apartment for sale
Reduced by 14%

£60,000

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Melbourne Street, Morley, Leeds, We...

Big price drop properties in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

£250,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Scotchman Close, Morley, Leeds, Wes...

Properties with planning granted in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Planning Granted
4 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
44% below median price

£200,000 - Offers Over

4 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Bank Street, Morley, Leeds, LS27

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Low Price per Sq Ft
1 bedroom apartment for sale
38% below median price

£75,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Trojan Court, Troy Hill, Morley, Le...

Auction properties in Morley (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £8,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £12,599 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.5%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.4%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.0%

Best places to invest in Morley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1LS275.5%3.9%£261 / 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.