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Property investment stats for Shifnal, West Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Shifnal.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Shifnal sits quietly in the West Midlands, offering a mix of stability and modest growth for property investors. The area’s housing market has seen capital values change by -0.9% over the past year, while the three-year figure is a more reassuring 11.0%. Liquidity is healthy, with homes spending a median of 43 days before selling, and annual sales reach 127, indicating a market that moves but doesn’t rush. Affordability is a highlight here, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.4, well below the national average for many towns of similar size.

Rental yields are steady at 3.6%, and the top-performing postcode district offers a similar figure of 3.5%. This is not a market for wild speculation, but it’s a solid choice for investors who value predictability and a balanced mix of owner-occupiers and renters.

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Key investment stats for Shifnal

Median price per sq ft

£282 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.6%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.9%

Sales in past year

127

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

Live property stats in Shifnal

Live prices in Shifnal, West Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£345,000

25% of properties below...

£239,950

75% of properties below...

£447,488

Most expensive property

£1,500,000

Live listings

62

Median days on market

43

Should you invest in Shifnal?

Opportunities

  • The price-to-income ratio of 4.4 makes Shifnal more affordable than many other towns, opening the door to a broad pool of buyers and tenants.
  • Median days on market at 43 days and annual sales of 127 suggest properties are relatively liquid, so investors can expect reasonable transaction times.
  • Steady rental yields of 3.6% and a top district yield of 3.5% provide consistent income for buy-to-let investors.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.9%, which may temper expectations for short-term gains.
  • The private rented sector is in the 21st percentile, indicating a smaller pool of renters compared to other areas and potentially limiting rental demand.
  • A high proportion of social housing (in the 84th percentile) could influence local demand dynamics and pricing.

Outlook

Over the next year, Shifnal’s property market is likely to continue its steady course, supported by affordability and reasonable liquidity. The market’s recent capital growth of -0.9% suggests that while rapid appreciation is unlikely, the risk of sharp downturns is also limited. Investors should expect stable rental yields around 3.6%, with properties like three-bedroom houses commanding median asking rents of £1,395.

With a balanced demographic profile and homes spending a median of 43 days on the market, Shifnal remains a safe option for those seeking moderate, reliable returns. The outlook is mildly positive, favouring patient investors who appreciate predictability over volatility.

Live properties in Shifnal

Investment properties in Shifnal, West Midlands

2 bedroom cottage for sale
19% below median price

£525,000 - Offers in Region of

2 bedroom cottage for sale

Bridge Cottage, Haughton Village, S...

Properties needing refurbishment in Shifnal, West Midlands
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 175 days

£325,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Admirals Way, Shifnal, Shropshire.

Slow to sell properties in Shifnal, West Midlands
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom apartment for sale
Reduced by 10%

£89,000 - Fixed Price

1 bedroom apartment for sale

15 The Jerningham, Park Street, Shi...

Big price drop properties in Shifnal, West Midlands
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom detached house for sale
1,399 sq ft

£490,000

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Wadlow Drive, Shifnal, Shropshire

Properties with planning granted in Shifnal, West Midlands
Planning Granted
1 bedroom property for sale
29% below median price

£89,995

1 bedroom property for sale

Mercian Court, The Broadway, Shifna...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Shifnal, West Midlands
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,700

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,200 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.8%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.9%

Best places to invest in Shifnal

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1TF113.5%3.9%£288 / 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.