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Property investment stats for Romiley, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Romiley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Romiley stands out for its strong owner-occupier base, with the area in the 80th percentile for owner-occupied housing, and a relatively low proportion of private rentals. The current median asking sale price for a three-bedroom house is £370,000, while a two-bedroom flat is at £197,500, reflecting a price-to-income ratio of 5.6, which sits within a manageable range for many buyers. Liquidity is impressive, with homes spending just 23 days on the market on average, suggesting healthy demand and efficient sales. Over the past year, capital growth changed by -4.7%, but the three-year figure shows a total change of 5.8%, equating to an annualised growth rate of 1.9%.

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Key investment stats for Romiley

Median price per sq ft

£297 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

-4.7%

Sales in past year

173

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

Live property stats in Romiley

Live prices in Romiley, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£350,000

25% of properties below...

£240,000

75% of properties below...

£580,000

Most expensive property

£1,595,000

Live listings

57

Median days on market

23

Should you invest in Romiley?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields in the top-performing postcode district reach 5.0%, offering a solid income stream for those targeting the rental market.
  • The quick turnover of properties, with an average of just 23 days on the market, means investors can expect strong liquidity for both entry and exit.
  • Achieved prices are close to asking, with a median difference of £3,250 (the typical achieved discount), which points to realistic pricing and limited need for negotiation.

Risks

  • The most recent year saw capital growth change by -4.7%, which may concern those seeking short-term appreciation.
  • With private rented housing in just the 7th percentile, rental supply is tight, potentially limiting options for portfolio expansion or tenant choice.
  • The population is skewed older, with those aged 60+ in the 87th percentile, which could affect long-term rental demand and local market dynamics.

Outlook

Romiley’s property market is likely to remain stable, thanks to its high owner-occupier rate and efficient sales process. The area’s price-to-income ratio of 5.6 suggests affordability is not stretched, and the quick sales cycle should continue to support liquidity for investors. Although capital growth over the past year changed by -4.7%, the three-year trend of 5.8% shows that the market has the potential for steady, if unspectacular, long-term gains.

Rental yields in the top postcode district at 5.0% provide a buffer for income-focused investors, even as the supply of private rentals remains low. With most homes owner-occupied and an older demographic, future growth will likely depend on demand from downsizers and families seeking stability rather than rapid expansion. Overall, Romiley offers a balanced, dependable market, best suited to those with a longer-term, income-oriented outlook.

Live properties in Romiley

Investment properties in Romiley, North West

3 bedroom terraced house for sale
26% below median price

£215,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Agecroft Road, Romiley, SK6

Properties needing refurbishment in Romiley, North West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 178 days

£400,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Beechwood Avenue, Romiley, Stockpor...

Slow to sell properties in Romiley, North West
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
35% below median price

£200,000

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Greenway, Romiley.

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Romiley, North West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,250

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.1%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.7%

Best places to invest in Romiley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SK65.0%3.4%£316 / 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.