Property investment stats for Scawthorpe and Cusworth, Yorkshire and The Humber

• Rental yields are attractive, with an average of 5.6% and the top-performing postcode district achieving 5.8%.
• The area’s affordability, with a median sale price for a 3-bedroom house at £189,950 and a 2-bedroom flat at £72,500, may appeal to value-focused investors.
• Properties are typically selling at or above their asking price, as shown by a median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount), which points to strong demand and pricing power for sellers.

• Recent capital growth over one year has changed by -0.9%, which may temper expectations for rapid short-term gains.
• The proportion of degree-educated residents and professionals is low (both in the lowest 15 percentiles), potentially limiting future demand from higher-income tenants or buyers.
• The private rental sector is relatively small here, in the 21st percentile, which could restrict tenant pool size and rental growth.

Over the next year, investors should expect steady rather than spectacular performance. The three-year capital growth figure of 8.8% (annualised at 2.9%) suggests that long-term appreciation is possible, but short-term volatility could persist given the recent one-year change. Affordability remains a key strength, supporting both sales and rental demand, especially among families and couples, who are well represented locally.

While the area may not see a surge in prices or rents, the combination of strong yields and stable owner-occupier demand provides a solid foundation for income-focused investors. As always, careful tenant selection and a focus on well-maintained properties will be important for maximising returns in a market with a smaller private rental sector.