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Property investment stats for Sale, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Sale.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Sale stands out for its strong family appeal, with the area sitting in the 85th percentile for families and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes in the 73rd percentile. The local housing market is relatively active, with properties spending just 35 days on the market on average, and annual sales at 780. Affordability is a key consideration here; the price-to-income ratio is 6.2, while the rent-to-income ratio is 23.4%. Investors will also note that the median price per square foot is £382 per sq ft, reflecting steady demand.

Rental yields are respectable at 4.8%, and the top-performing postcode district offers a slightly higher yield of 4.9%. Over the past three years, capital values have changed by 12.8%, with an annualised growth rate of 4.1%, although the last year has seen a change of -0.6%.

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Key investment stats for Sale

Median price per sq ft

£382 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.8%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.6%

Sales in past year

780

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

Live property stats in Sale

Live prices in Sale, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£460,000

25% of properties below...

£310,000

75% of properties below...

£600,000

Most expensive property

£3,500,000

Live listings

297

Median days on market

35

Should you invest in Sale?

Opportunities

  • The area offers strong rental yields, with the top postcode district achieving 4.9%.
  • Quick sales are possible, as properties spend just 35 days on the market on average.
  • The high proportion of families and owner-occupied homes suggests stable, long-term demand for quality family properties.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.6%, which could signal a period of slower price appreciation.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 6.2 means affordability may be stretched for some buyers, potentially limiting future price growth.
  • The area has a lower proportion of private renters, in the 33rd percentile, which may limit rental demand compared to more transient markets.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Sale's property market is likely to remain buoyant, supported by strong family demand and a stable owner-occupier base. The quick turnaround on sales, with an average of 35 days on the market, points to good liquidity for investors seeking flexibility.

Rental yields are expected to hold steady, given the current level of demand and the area's appeal to families and professionals. While the last year's capital growth has changed by -0.6%, the three-year annualised figure of 4.1% suggests underlying resilience. Investors should keep an eye on affordability metrics, but overall, Sale looks set to offer a balanced mix of income and long-term stability.

Live properties in Sale

Investment properties in Sale, North West

4 bedroom terraced house for sale
35% below median price

£460,000

4 bedroom terraced house for sale

Lynwood Grove, Sale

Properties needing refurbishment in Sale, North West
Needs Refurb
1 bedroom flat for sale
33% below median price

£120,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom flat for sale

School Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33

Priced to sell properties in Sale, North West
Priced to Sell
5 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 177 days

£1,100,000

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Doveston Road, Sale

Slow to sell properties in Sale, North West
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 13%

£200,000 - Offers in Region of

2 bedroom flat for sale

83 Central, Sale

Big price drop properties in Sale, North West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
1,558 sq ft

£725,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Evesham Grove, Sale

Properties with planning granted in Sale, North West
Planning Granted
1 bedroom flat for sale
51% below median price

£80,000

1 bedroom flat for sale

Whitehall Road, Sale, Greater Manch...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Sale, North West
Low Price per Sq Ft
2 bedroom apartment for sale
52% below median price

£115,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Ashton Lane, Sale, Greater Manchest...

Auction properties in Sale, North West
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Vendors are holding firm; properties tend to sell at close to asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £6,000 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.2%

Best places to invest in Sale

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1M334.9%4.0%£381 / 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.