A complete guide to property investment in Rugeley.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Rugeley offers an accessible entry point for property investors, with a median price per square foot of £233 per sq ft and a price-to-income ratio of 4.1 that sits comfortably below the national average. The area has shown stable growth, as seen in the capital growth over one year of 1.8% and three-year annualised growth of 2.4%. Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending a median of 35 days on the market, and a median discount to asking price of £4,975 (the typical achieved discount) suggesting buyers have some room to negotiate.
Affordability appears attractive for both buyers and renters, with a rent-to-income ratio of 20.5% and a mix of owner-occupied and private rented housing near the national median. The area has a slightly older demographic, with a higher proportion of couples and families, which may shape demand for larger homes. This context makes Rugeley a practical choice for investors seeking stable returns rather than rapid growth.
Median price per sq ft
£233 / sq ft
Average rental yield
4.8%
Capital growth (1y)
1.8%
Sales in past year
295
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live prices in Rugeley, West Midlands
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Median price
£325,000
25% of properties below...
£235,000
75% of properties below...
£465,000
Most expensive property
£3,900,000
Live listings
202
Median days on market
35
In the next twelve months, Rugeley’s property market is likely to remain steady, with no signs of dramatic shifts in either direction. The mix of affordability, stable rental yields, and reasonable liquidity should continue to attract investors seeking reliable income streams.
Demographic trends, such as a higher proportion of couples and families, will likely support demand for houses over flats. While growth may not be spectacular, the relatively low price-to-income and rent-to-income ratios provide a cushion against market shocks. Investors can expect a market that favours patience and steady returns rather than quick wins.
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Investment properties in Rugeley, West Midlands
£160,000 - Offers in Region of
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Flaxley Road, Rugeley
£325,000 - Offers in Region of
3 bedroom detached house for sale
Etching Hill Road, Rugeley
£290,000 - Offers in Region of
3 bedroom detached house for sale
Lodge Road, Brereton
£600,000 - Offers in Region of
3 bedroom detached house for sale
Mill Lane, Rugeley
£360,000 - Guide Price
5 bedroom detached house for sale
Main Road, Brereton, Rugeley
Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.
• Median discount: £4,975
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 1.7%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.0%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.0%
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
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.