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Property investment stats for Norton Canes, West Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Norton Canes.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Norton Canes offers a balanced property market with a mix of affordability and steady demand. The average price-to-income ratio of 5.0 suggests homes are accessible for many local buyers, while the £271 per sq ft median price per square foot keeps entry costs manageable. With a 4.2% average rental yield, the area provides reasonable returns for landlords, and a 42 days on market figure points to decent liquidity. The area’s social fabric is strongly oriented towards couples and families, both of which are in the highest percentiles nationally, making it attractive for investors seeking stable, long-term tenants.

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Key investment stats for Norton Canes

Median price per sq ft

£271 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.2%

Capital growth (1y)

-2.2%

Sales in past year

111

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

Live property stats in Norton Canes

Live prices in Norton Canes, West Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£269,999

25% of properties below...

£230,000

75% of properties below...

£285,000

Most expensive property

£1,200,000

Live listings

53

Median days on market

42

Should you invest in Norton Canes?

Opportunities

  • The top postcode district offers a rental yield of 5.1%, which is attractive compared to many other areas.
  • The median sale price for a 3-bedroom house is £270,000, providing a relatively affordable entry point for family homes.
  • Properties are typically selling with a £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) median discount, giving buyers room to negotiate and potentially improve returns.

Risks

  • One-year capital growth has changed by -2.2%, so short-term price appreciation has been muted.
  • The local population has a low proportion of degree-educated residents (in the 10th percentile), which could limit future demand from higher-income tenants or buyers.
  • The private rented sector is in the 17th percentile, so rental demand may be more limited than in larger urban centres.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Norton Canes is likely to remain a market for steady, rather than spectacular, returns. The three-year capital growth of 4.9% (annualised at 1.6%) shows that while price appreciation is not rapid, it is consistent enough to support a buy-and-hold strategy. The strong presence of families and couples suggests ongoing demand for larger homes, especially given the £270,000 asking price for a 3-bedroom house.

Rental yields should remain stable around the 4.2% mark, especially in the top-performing postcode district. Investors should expect moderate liquidity, with properties typically spending 42 days on the market, and may benefit from negotiating on price given the £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) median discount. Overall, Norton Canes offers a solid, low-volatility environment for investors who prioritise stability and affordability.

Live properties in Norton Canes

Investment properties in Norton Canes, West Midlands

5 bedroom link detached house for sale
On market for 163 days

£425,000 - Offers Over

5 bedroom link detached house for sale

Gainsbrook Crescent, Norton Canes, ...

Slow to sell properties in Norton Canes, West Midlands
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom detached house for sale
33% below median price

£260,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Woodfield Close, Cannock

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Norton Canes, West Midlands
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,250 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £13,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.7%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.1%

Best places to invest in Norton Canes

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1WS115.1%3.2%£254 / 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.