Property investment stats for Todmorden, Yorkshire and The Humber

• The strong average rental yield of 5.5% and high demand in the private rented sector create a favourable environment for buy-to-let investors.
• Fast-moving sales, with a median time on market of 16 days, suggest good liquidity and the potential for quick transactions.
• The relatively low price-to-income ratio of 4.0 and accessible asking prices, such as £230,000 for a 3-bedroom house, support affordability for investors and tenants alike.

• The family household share is in the 20th percentile, which may limit demand for larger properties compared to more family-oriented markets.
• The area’s professional and manager population sits in the 45th percentile, which could affect long-term growth prospects if higher-income demand does not increase.
• The median achieved price is £1,332 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, signalling buyers may have some negotiating power.

The outlook for Todmorden remains mildly positive, with steady capital growth over the past three years and continued demand from renters. The area’s high proportion of single occupier and private rented households suggests ongoing appeal to younger professionals and renters.

Sales activity is expected to stay brisk, supported by accessible pricing and a balanced supply-demand dynamic. While the market may not see rapid expansion in family demand, the fundamentals for yield and liquidity are solid.

Investors can expect the current trends in affordability and demand to persist over the next year, with the potential for modest capital appreciation given the 1.5% seen recently.