Property investment stats for Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands

• The average rental yield of 5.1% is a solid foundation for investors seeking reliable income streams.
• With a median price per square foot of £370 per sq ft, Stratford-upon-Avon offers a relatively accessible entry point compared to pricier urban markets.
• The top postcode district achieves a rental yield of 4.8%, highlighting pockets of especially attractive returns within the area.

• Capital growth over the past year has changed by -2.3%, which may concern those focused on short-term appreciation.
• Properties are achieving a median discount of £2,500 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers have some negotiating power and sellers may need to be flexible.
• The area’s population skews older, with those aged 60 and over in the 79th percentile, which could affect long-term rental demand and market dynamics.

Stratford-upon-Avon’s housing market is likely to remain steady, with its mix of owner-occupiers and private renters supporting ongoing demand. The annualised growth over three years sits at 1.6%, reflecting a market that’s more about gradual progress than dramatic swings. Median asking prices for a three-bedroom house and a two-bedroom flat are £375,000 and £190,000 respectively, while corresponding rents are £1,550 and £1,022, which keeps the market accessible for both buyers and tenants.

Liquidity is reasonable, with properties moving in around 62 days, and the private rented sector is in the 63rd percentile for the country, showing a healthy appetite for rental homes. Investors should expect slow and steady gains, with income stability likely to be the main attraction over the next year.