Property investment stats for Sherborne, South West

• Rental yields in the top-performing postcode district reach 4.6%, which stands out for the area.
• The median discount to asking price is £4,995 (the typical achieved discount), giving buyers some room for negotiation.
• The strong presence of private renters (in the 70th percentile) suggests a steady underlying demand for rental properties.

• The one-year capital growth figure of -1.1% signals that recent price momentum has been subdued.
• The population is heavily skewed towards older residents (in the 96th percentile for those aged 60+), with very low proportions of younger adults and families, which may limit future demand growth.
• The student population is high (84th percentile), which could mean tenant turnover and void periods are a consideration for landlords.

Looking ahead, Sherborne is likely to remain a stable but slow-moving market. The three-year capital growth of 9.4% and annualised growth of 3.0% show a pattern of steady, if unspectacular, appreciation. Rental yields are moderate at 3.8%, with the top postcode district reaching 4.6%, so income-focused investors may find some pockets of value.

Given the area’s high proportion of older residents and single occupiers, demand is likely to be driven by downsizers and retirees rather than young families or professionals. Liquidity should remain reasonable, with properties spending an average of 63 days on the market and a median discount of £4,995 (the typical achieved discount). Investors should expect consistency rather than dramatic changes in either direction.