Property investment stats for Thornbury, South West

• The average rental yield of 4.1% is attractive for investors seeking steady income, and in the top-performing postcode district yields reach 4.8%.
• The median discount to asking price is £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), giving buyers some scope for negotiation.
• With a median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house at £366,250 and a median rent for the same at £1,435, there is potential for solid rental returns.

• The private rented sector is relatively small, in the 9th percentile, which may limit tenant demand for some property types.
• Properties spend an average of 58 days on the market, which could impact liquidity if you need to sell quickly.
• The recent capital growth of -2.9% over the past year highlights some volatility in short-term values.

Looking ahead, Thornbury’s housing market is likely to remain underpinned by its high proportion of owner-occupiers and stable population structure. The area’s affordability, as reflected by a 5.0 price-to-income ratio, should continue to attract families and couples, especially given the strong showing in these household types. Rental yields near 4.1% and the achievable discount from asking prices suggest there is still room for negotiation and income-focused investment.

The limited size of the private rented sector could keep rental supply tight, which may help support rents at current levels. However, investors should be mindful of the recent change in capital values (-2.9%) and plan for potential fluctuations in the short term. Longer-term prospects look steady, especially if demand from families and professionals continues to hold up.