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Property investment stats for Rothwell (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber

A complete guide to property investment in Rothwell.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Rothwell sits comfortably on the outskirts of Leeds, offering a balance between suburban calm and access to city life. The area’s property market has shown steady momentum, with capital growth over the past year of 1.2% and a more striking three-year growth of 14.5%. This has been underpinned by a strong owner-occupier base, which sits in the 72nd percentile nationally, suggesting a stable and settled community. Homes are not languishing on the market either, with a median time to sell of 47 days, indicating decent liquidity for sellers and investors alike.

Affordability is a notable strength here, with the price-to-income ratio at 4.8 and the rent-to-income ratio at 22.2%, both pointing to relatively manageable costs for buyers and renters. With a median price per square foot of £279 per sq ft, Rothwell offers room for growth without the overheated pricing seen in some other areas.

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Key investment stats for Rothwell

Median price per sq ft

£279 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.1%

Capital growth (1y)

1.2%

Sales in past year

298

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

Live property stats in Rothwell

Live prices in Rothwell (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£325,000

25% of properties below...

£236,250

75% of properties below...

£436,250

Most expensive property

£2,500,000

Live listings

146

Median days on market

47

Should you invest in Rothwell?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 5.1%, with even higher returns in the top-performing district at 5.3%.
  • The three-year annualised growth rate of 4.6% suggests steady long-term appreciation, making Rothwell attractive for those seeking capital growth.
  • The combination of a median discount to asking price of £4,500 (the typical achieved discount) and relatively brisk sales volume at 298 means there is potential to negotiate on price while still moving stock efficiently.

Risks

  • The private rented sector is in the 10th percentile, so finding tenants may take more effort than in areas with a larger rental market.
  • The area’s older demographic (60+ in the 63rd percentile) could mean slower future population growth and less rental demand from younger age groups.
  • With a strong owner-occupier presence, there may be less churn and fewer opportunities for quick flips or high-turnover rental strategies.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Rothwell’s property market appears set for steady, if unspectacular, progress. The area’s appeal to families and couples (both in the top half of national percentiles) should continue to underpin demand, while affordability metrics remain in buyers’ favour.

Rental yields are likely to hold up given the current balance of supply and demand, especially in the best-performing districts, though investors should be mindful of the small size of the private rental sector. With annual sales at 298 and homes selling in a median of 47 days, liquidity looks reassuring for both buyers and sellers. Overall, Rothwell offers a solid, low-drama investment environment for those who value stability and gradual growth over speculative gains.

Live properties in Rothwell

Investment properties in Rothwell (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
31% below median price

£180,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

All Saints Road, Woodlesford, Leeds

Properties needing refurbishment in Rothwell (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 174 days

£1,100,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Farrer Lane, Oulton, Leeds, West Yo...

Slow to sell properties in Rothwell (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Slow to Sell
5 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 17%

£2,500,000 - Offers Over

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Farrer Lane, Oulton, Leeds, West Yo...

Big price drop properties in Rothwell (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom house for sale
42% below median price

£700,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom house for sale

Bentley Square, Oulton, Leeds, West...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Rothwell (Leeds), Yorkshire and The Humber
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: £4,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £9,995 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £13,390 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.4%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.7%

Best places to invest in Rothwell

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1LS265.3%4.4%£274 / 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.