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

A complete guide to property investment in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Stratford-upon-Avon stands out for its mix of historic charm and steady housing market activity, with annual sales at 550 and properties typically taking around 65 days to shift. The area’s price-to-income ratio of 6.3 suggests a level of affordability that’s neither at the top nor bottom of the national scale. Rental yields, averaging 5.1%, provide a reasonable draw for buy-to-let investors. Capital growth has changed by -2.3% over the past year, but the three-year figure of 5.0% points to a market that’s managed modest growth over the medium term.

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Key investment stats for Stratford-upon-Avon

Median price per sq ft

£370 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.1%

Capital growth (1y)

-2.3%

Sales in past year

550

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

Live property stats in Stratford-upon-Avon

Live prices in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£380,000

25% of properties below...

£265,000

75% of properties below...

£625,000

Most expensive property

£3,500,000

Live listings

337

Median days on market

65

Should you invest in Stratford-upon-Avon?

Opportunities

  • 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.

Risks

  • 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.

Outlook

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 £200,000 respectively, while corresponding rents are £1,672 and £1,085, which keeps the market accessible for both buyers and tenants.

Liquidity is reasonable, with properties moving in around 65 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.

Live properties in Stratford-upon-Avon

Investment properties in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
33% below median price

£550,000 - Offers Over

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Loxley Road, Stratford-upon-Avon

Properties needing refurbishment in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 178 days

£1,150,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Banbury Road, Stratford-upon-Avon

Slow to sell properties in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
Reduced by 22%

£90,000

1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Alcester Road, Stratford-Upon-Avon

Big price drop properties in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands
Big Price Drop
6 bedroom detached house for sale
3,591 sq ft

£1,000,000 - Offers Over

6 bedroom detached house for sale

Hathaway Lane Stratford-upon-Avon, ...

Properties with planning granted in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands
Planning Granted
1 bedroom flat for sale
55% below median price

£80,000

1 bedroom flat for sale

Alcester Road, Stratford-upon-Avon,...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands
Low Price per Sq Ft
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
40% below median price

£300,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Blue Cap Road, Stratford-upon-Avon,...

Auction properties in Stratford-upon-Avon, West Midlands
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Buyers should not expect big bargains — discounts are marginal.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £2,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.8%

Best places to invest in Stratford-upon-Avon

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CV374.8%2.2%£365 / 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.