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Property investment stats for Poulton-le-Fylde, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Poulton-le-Fylde.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Poulton-le-Fylde offers a relatively balanced market for property investors, with a mix of affordability and moderate growth. The price-to-income ratio of 4.6 suggests good accessibility for buyers compared to many other towns. Owner-occupation is high, sitting in the 87th percentile, and the area sees a strong presence of professionals and managers in the 76th percentile. This is not a hotspot for young renters or families, with the population aged 20-40 and families both in the lower percentiles, but it does appeal to older residents and single occupiers.

Liquidity is steady, with properties spending around 90 days on the market and annual sales at 209, while the median discount to asking price is £5,500 (the typical achieved discount).

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Key investment stats for Poulton-le-Fylde

Median price per sq ft

£241 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.0%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.1%

Sales in past year

209

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

Live property stats in Poulton-le-Fylde

Live prices in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£287,495

25% of properties below...

£201,238

75% of properties below...

£433,749

Most expensive property

£1,800,000

Live listings

322

Median days on market

90

Should you invest in Poulton-le-Fylde?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields are steady, with an average of 4.0% and the top postcode district achieving 4.5%.
  • Entry prices are accessible, with the median asking price for a 3-bedroom house at £252,498 and a 2-bedroom flat at £167,950.
  • The area attracts a high proportion of professionals and managers, which can support stable demand for quality rental properties.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.1%, which may concern those seeking short-term gains.
  • The area has a low proportion of younger residents and families, which could limit demand for certain property types.
  • Properties are typically sold with a median discount to asking price of £5,500 (the typical achieved discount), hinting at a market where buyers have some negotiating power.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Poulton-le-Fylde appears to offer a stable environment for those focused on steady returns rather than rapid growth. The annualised growth rate over three years is 2.8%, and capital appreciation over three years is 8.7%, which points to slow but positive momentum. With the rental market supported by professionals and relatively high owner-occupation, void periods are likely to remain manageable.

Affordability remains a strong point, with the rent-to-income ratio at 18.9% and sale prices not stretched relative to incomes. While the area is unlikely to see a rush of young renters or families, its appeal to older and single-occupier households should provide a reliable tenant base. Investors can expect a market that favours patience and a long-term view.

Live properties in Poulton-le-Fylde

Investment properties in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
46% below median price

£210,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Hardhorn Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde, FY...

Properties needing refurbishment in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom apartment for sale
10% below median price

£175,000

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Crocus Court, Station Road, Poulton...

Priced to sell properties in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West
Priced to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 170 days

£275,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Carr Head Lane, Poulton-le-Fylde, L...

Slow to sell properties in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 23%

£295,000

2 bedroom flat for sale

No. 2, Ashdale House, Lockwood Aven...

Big price drop properties in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom bungalow for sale
1,325 sq ft

£365,000

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

The Spinney, Poulton-Le-Fylde, FY6

Properties with planning granted in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West
Planning Granted
1 bedroom apartment for sale
33% below median price

£100,000

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Crocus Court, Station Road, Poulton...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Poulton-le-Fylde, North West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,245 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.6%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 4.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.5%

Best places to invest in Poulton-le-Fylde

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1FY64.5%4.0%£237 / 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.