Property investment stats for Oswaldtwistle, North West

• Rental yields are compelling, with the average at 5.8% and the top postcode district achieving 6.8%, which stands out for investors prioritising income.
• Homes are affordable relative to local incomes, with a price-to-income ratio of 3.2 and a median price per square foot of £147 per sq ft, making entry costs accessible.
• The local market is fairly liquid, with properties spending just 29 days on the market, which can help reduce void periods and support investor flexibility.

• Capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.6%, and the 3-year annualised growth is just 0.5%, so investors looking for rapid price appreciation may be disappointed.
• The area has a high proportion of older residents (in the 70th percentile for over-60s), which could affect long-term rental demand and property turnover.
• The discount between achieved and asking prices is £1,250 (the typical achieved discount), signalling that buyers may have some negotiating power and sellers might need to be flexible.

Looking ahead, Oswaldtwistle is likely to remain a solid choice for investors who value income over rapid capital growth. The combination of 5.8% average yields and affordable entry points gives the area resilience even if prices are not rising quickly.

Rental demand should be supported by a mix of single occupiers (in the 76th percentile) and a healthy private rented sector (in the 54th percentile), though the older population may limit growth in the younger tenant pool. The market's liquidity, with homes selling in 29 days, suggests that investors can expect reasonable ease when entering or exiting positions.

Overall, expect Oswaldtwistle to deliver steady, income-driven returns with limited volatility in the coming year.