Property investment stats for Solihull, West Midlands

• The average rental yield of 5.1% provides a solid income return, especially in the top-performing district where yields reach 5.1%.
• The family-oriented demographic and high proportion of professionals and managers (in the 81st percentile) underpin stable long-term demand for quality homes.
• Properties are selling with a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), which could offer a negotiating edge for buyers.

• The capital growth over the past year of -2.1% points to a market that has seen some price adjustment, so short-term gains may be limited.
• Owner-occupation is in the 92nd percentile, while private renting is in the 23rd, so the pool of potential tenants is smaller than in more renter-heavy areas.
• The population skews older, with people over 60 in the 66th percentile, which could temper future rental demand growth.

Looking ahead, I expect Solihull to remain a stable market for investors focused on income rather than rapid growth. The combination of steady annualised growth of 1.8% and average rental yields of 5.1% makes it appealing for those seeking reliable returns. Families and professionals are likely to continue driving demand, especially for three-bedroom houses, where the current median asking sale price is £350,000 and the median rent is £1,400.

Liquidity should remain reasonable, given the typical days on market of 58 days and annual sales of 1,566, though any wider economic shocks could slow things down. With affordability metrics not flashing red, I see little risk of major upheaval, but I would not expect outsized capital appreciation in the next year.