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Property investment stats for Thorne, Yorkshire and The Humber

A complete guide to property investment in Thorne.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Thorne offers a blend of affordability and steady growth, making it an interesting choice for property investors seeking value outside major cities. The area’s price-to-income ratio of 3.4 signals that homes are relatively accessible for local buyers, while the median price per square foot of £170 per sq ft keeps entry costs modest. Over the past year, Thorne has seen capital growth of 7.0%, with a three-year annualised growth rate of 2.5%, suggesting that while growth is not explosive, it is consistent. The rental market is supported by a rental yield of 5.0%, and the private rented sector is more active than average, sitting in the 60th percentile nationally.

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Key investment stats for Thorne

Median price per sq ft

£170 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.0%

Capital growth (1y)

7.0%

Sales in past year

144

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

Live property stats in Thorne

Live prices in Thorne, Yorkshire and The Humber

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£195,000

25% of properties below...

£155,000

75% of properties below...

£267,500

Most expensive property

£550,000

Live listings

50

Median days on market

46

Should you invest in Thorne?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 5.0%, especially in the top-performing postcode district which achieves 6.3%.
  • The median sale price for a 3-bedroom house of £180,000 and a 2-bedroom flat at £147,000 means entry costs are relatively low compared to regional averages.
  • With properties spending an average of 46 days on the market and a median discount of £1,500 (the typical achieved discount), buyers have some room to negotiate without facing a sluggish market.

Risks

  • The area has a low proportion of degree-educated residents (2nd percentile) and professionals (5th percentile), which may limit long-term demand from higher-income tenants or buyers.
  • Social rented housing is in the 67th percentile, suggesting some reliance on public sector tenants which can affect rental stability and resale values.
  • Annual sales are modest at 144, so liquidity may be an issue if you need to exit quickly.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Thorne’s property market is likely to continue its steady performance, with affordability and above-average rental yields offering reassurance for income-focused investors. The capital growth of 7.0% over the past year shows there is momentum, but the three-year annualised figure of 2.5% indicates that rapid appreciation is unlikely.

The local demographic mix, with a higher proportion of older residents and single occupier households, may shape future demand in favour of smaller, more affordable homes. While the market is not especially liquid, the balance of modest entry prices and consistent rental demand creates a stable if unspectacular investment environment. Investors should expect slow and steady returns rather than dramatic gains, but the fundamentals remain sound for those seeking reliability over excitement.

Live properties in Thorne

Investment properties in Thorne, Yorkshire and The Humber

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 170 days

£155,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Lower Kenyon Street, Thorne, Doncas...

Slow to sell properties in Thorne, Yorkshire and The Humber
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom block of apartments for sale
698 sq ft

£239,995 - Offers in Region of

2 bedroom block of apartments for sale

King Street, Thorne, DN8

Properties with planning granted in Thorne, Yorkshire and The Humber
Planning Granted

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £1,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £9,250 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.1%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.5%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.8%

Best places to invest in Thorne

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1DN86.3%2.5%£163 / 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.