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Property investment stats for South Kirkby, Yorkshire and The Humber

A complete guide to property investment in South Kirkby.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

South Kirkby has shown impressive short-term capital growth, with a 1-year increase of 14.4% and a 3-year change of 9.4%. Despite this recent momentum, the annualised growth over three years stands at 3.0%, suggesting a market that has only recently picked up pace. Affordability is a key feature here, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.2 and a current median asking price for a 3-bedroom house at £225,000. The market is relatively active, with properties spending a median of 49 days on the market and annual sales at 75.

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Key investment stats for South Kirkby

Median price per sq ft

£193 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

14.4%

Sales in past year

75

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

Live property stats in South Kirkby

Live prices in South Kirkby, Yorkshire and The Humber

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£177,500

25% of properties below...

£110,000

75% of properties below...

£265,000

Most expensive property

£390,000

Live listings

38

Median days on market

49

Should you invest in South Kirkby?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields are attractive, with the top postcode district offering a yield of 6.1%, which stands out for investors seeking income.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 4.2 indicates that property remains accessible for buyers and renters, supporting demand.
  • Strong short-term capital growth of 14.4% suggests potential for further appreciation if local dynamics remain favourable.

Risks

  • The area has a low proportion of degree-educated residents, in the 1st percentile, and professionals and managers are also scarce in the 2nd percentile, which could limit future economic growth.
  • Social rented housing is very high, in the 83rd percentile, which may affect neighbourhood stability and the mix of tenants.
  • The student population is low, in the 14th percentile, so investors should not expect strong demand from this segment.

Outlook

Looking ahead, South Kirkby’s affordability and recent strong capital growth could continue to attract buyers and investors, especially those priced out of more expensive markets. The market’s liquidity, with homes spending a median of 49 days on the market, supports a relatively quick turnaround for sellers. Rental investors should note the headline yield of 6.1%, which is competitive for the region.

However, the area’s low proportion of professionals and degree-educated residents may limit the pace of future price growth, and the high share of social rented housing means investors will want to be selective about property types and locations. Overall, the outlook is cautiously positive, with affordability and yield as key strengths, but local demographic factors could temper long-term upside.

Live properties in South Kirkby

Investment properties in South Kirkby, Yorkshire and The Humber

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
13% below median price

£155,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Grove Lane, South Kirkby, Pontefrac...

Properties needing refurbishment in South Kirkby, Yorkshire and The Humber
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom cottage for sale
On market for 169 days

£265,000

3 bedroom cottage for sale

White Apron Street, South Kirkby, P...

Slow to sell properties in South Kirkby, Yorkshire and The Humber
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom bungalow for sale
Reduced by 12%

£265,000

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Mill Lane, South Kirkby, Pontefract...

Big price drop properties in South Kirkby, Yorkshire and The Humber
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom house of multiple occupation for sale
High yield opportunity

£235,000 - Offers in Region of

5 bedroom house of multiple occupation for sale

Holmsley Grove, Pontefract, WF9

HMO properties in South Kirkby, Yorkshire and The Humber
HMO

Best places to invest in South Kirkby

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1WF96.1%3.9%£186 / 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.