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Property investment stats for Pelsall, West Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Pelsall.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Pelsall stands out for its steady capital growth, with a one-year change of 8.4% and a three-year shift of 18.3%. The annualised growth over three years sits at 5.8%, which suggests a market that’s been quietly gaining ground. Affordability is a real plus here, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.9, making it less stretched than many places. The median price per square foot is £264 per sq ft, which feels reasonable for the area.

Liquidity looks healthy, with properties spending an average of 56 days on the market and a total of 94 sales annually. Sellers are typically accepting a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), so buyers have a bit of room to negotiate.

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Key investment stats for Pelsall

Median price per sq ft

£264 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

8.4%

Sales in past year

94

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

Live property stats in Pelsall

Live prices in Pelsall, West Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£270,000

25% of properties below...

£220,000

75% of properties below...

£350,000

Most expensive property

£550,000

Live listings

77

Median days on market

56

Should you invest in Pelsall?

Opportunities

  • The top postcode district offers a rental yield of 5.7%, which is attractive for buy-to-let investors seeking solid income.
  • The current median asking sale price for a three-bedroom house is £240,000, providing a relatively accessible entry point for family homes in the area.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 4.9 means affordability is a genuine strength compared to many other markets.

Risks

  • With owner-occupied housing in the 75th percentile and private rented housing in the 11th percentile, the pool of renters is smaller than in many other areas.
  • The population aged 60+ is in the 82nd percentile, suggesting slower future demand growth from younger buyers or renters.
  • The degree-educated population sits in the 14th percentile, which may limit demand from higher-earning professionals.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Pelsall’s property market seems set for continued stability rather than dramatic swings. The strong recent capital growth — 8.4% over the past year and 18.3% over three years — suggests there’s momentum, even if future gains may be steadier.

Rental yields in the top-performing postcode district are competitive at 5.7%, and affordability remains a draw given the price-to-income ratio of 4.9. The area’s older population and high rate of owner-occupation could mean slower turnover, but for investors prioritising steady returns over rapid capital gains, that’s not necessarily a drawback. I’d keep an eye on demographic shifts, but for now, Pelsall offers a balanced mix of income potential and manageable risk.

Live properties in Pelsall

Investment properties in Pelsall, West Midlands

4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 176 days

£325,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Windrush Close, Pelsall, WS3 4LJ

Slow to sell properties in Pelsall, West Midlands
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom house for sale
Reduced by 16%

£189,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom house for sale

Wolverhampton Road, Pelsall, Walsal...

Big price drop properties in Pelsall, West Midlands
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

£240,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Ashtree Road, Pelsall. WS3 4LR

Properties with planning granted in Pelsall, West Midlands
Planning Granted
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
40% below median price

£165,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

5 Mount Road, Pelsall, Walsall, WS3...

Auction properties in Pelsall, West Midlands
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Discounts exist, but they won't transform deal economics on their own.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £9,962 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £11,400 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.0%

Best places to invest in Pelsall

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1WS35.7%5.1%£238 / 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.