Property investment stats for Ossett, Yorkshire and The Humber

• Rental yields are attractive, with an average of 5.7% and the top-performing district reaching 5.7%.
• Long-term capital growth has been positive, with a three-year rise of 11.4% and annualised growth at 3.7%.
• Affordability remains a strength, as shown by the price-to-income ratio of 4.2 and current asking prices for both houses and flats.

• Short-term capital growth has changed by -3.0% over the past year, which could signal some volatility.
• The area has a high proportion of social rented housing in the 72nd percentile, which may limit private rental demand.
• The lower proportion of degree-educated residents (24th percentile) and professionals (35th percentile) might affect future demand for higher-end properties.

Looking ahead, Ossett’s property market is likely to remain steady, with affordability and rental yields supporting ongoing investor interest. The median asking prices for a three-bedroom house (£259,750) and a two-bedroom flat (£129,950) suggest there are options for a range of budgets. Rental demand should be sustained, given the current asking rents for similar properties and the overall rent-to-income ratio of 20.1%.

While short-term capital growth has changed by -3.0%, the three-year figures show a more positive trajectory. Investors should expect moderate returns with some opportunity for negotiation, as indicated by the typical discount to asking price. Overall, Ossett offers a measured, stable environment for property investment, particularly for those seeking income and gradual growth.