Property investment stats for Pontarddulais, Wales

• Investors can benefit from strong capital growth, with a one-year rate of 9.5% and three-year growth of 21.2%, which is hard to ignore.
• The median price per square foot of £192 per sq ft and affordable price-to-income ratio of 4.2 make entry into the market more accessible than in many other areas.
• The top postcode district rental yield of 4.8% offers a solid return for those considering buy-to-let.

• The area sits in the 85th percentile for unemployment, which could impact tenant demand and rental stability.
• There is a high proportion of single occupier households (89th percentile), which might limit appeal for larger properties or family lets.
• With a relatively high proportion of social rented housing (64th percentile), some parts of the market may be less attractive to private landlords seeking higher returns.

Looking ahead, Pontarddulais has the wind at its back. The combination of strong recent capital growth of 9.5%, approachable prices and fast-moving sales suggests continued momentum. The area’s affordability, especially with a price-to-income ratio of 4.2, should help support ongoing demand from both buyers and renters.

However, investors should keep an eye on the local employment market, given the unemployment rate in the 85th percentile. Even so, liquidity remains strong, and yields in the top postcode district at 4.8% are attractive. I expect Pontarddulais to remain a lively spot for investors who want a blend of growth, affordability and a market that doesn’t leave you waiting around.