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Property investment stats for Uppermill, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Uppermill.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Uppermill stands out for its strong owner-occupier presence, with the proportion of households owning their homes in the 92nd percentile nationally. The local housing market sees brisk activity, with properties typically spending 32 days on the market and annual transactions at 181. Prices are relatively accessible compared to national averages, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.7 and a median price per square foot of £320 per sq ft. The area has seen steady growth, with capital values changing by 1.2% in the past year and by 12.9% over three years, translating to an annualised rate of 4.1%.

Rental yields are modest at 3.3%, with the top-performing postcode district offering yields of 7.0%. The rental market is less prominent, with private renting in the 12th percentile, reflecting the dominance of owner-occupation.

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Key investment stats for Uppermill

Median price per sq ft

£320 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.3%

Capital growth (1y)

1.2%

Sales in past year

181

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

Live property stats in Uppermill

Live prices in Uppermill, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£565,000

25% of properties below...

£300,000

75% of properties below...

£749,950

Most expensive property

£2,500,000

Live listings

125

Median days on market

32

Should you invest in Uppermill?

Opportunities

  • Strong owner-occupier demand underpins price stability, as shown by owner-occupied housing in the 92nd percentile.
  • Achievable discounts are available, with a typical difference of £4,000 (the typical achieved discount) between asking and achieved prices.
  • The top postcode district delivers a notably higher rental yield of 7.0%, which may appeal to yield-focused investors.

Risks

  • The private rental sector is small, with private rented housing in the 12th percentile, which may limit tenant demand and liquidity for rental properties.
  • The population is older, with those aged 60 and above in the 89th percentile and those aged 20-40 in the bottom 10th percentile, potentially restricting demand for certain property types.
  • Rental yields are modest at 3.3%, which may not meet the expectations of investors seeking higher income returns.

Outlook

Uppermill’s outlook is shaped by its stability and mature demographic profile. The area’s strong owner-occupier base and relatively short marketing periods suggest continued resilience in sales activity. Capital growth has been steady, with values changing by 1.2% over the past year and by 12.9% over three years, which may appeal to investors seeking gradual appreciation rather than rapid gains.

While rental yields are not especially high, the market’s low vacancy risk and the presence of a top-performing postcode district for yield provide some reassurance for buy-to-let investors. Affordability remains reasonable, with both price-to-income and rent-to-income ratios at manageable levels for the region. Investors should expect a market that prioritises stability and slow, consistent growth rather than dramatic returns.

Live properties in Uppermill

Investment properties in Uppermill, North West

5 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 168 days

£599,950

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Bowler Way, Greenfield, Saddleworth

Slow to sell properties in Uppermill, North West
Slow to Sell
5 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 14%

£1,550,000 - Offers in Region of

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Beech Lane, Grasscroft, Saddleworth...

Big price drop properties in Uppermill, North West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale

£1,150,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Burnedge Lane, Grasscroft, Saddlewo...

Properties with planning granted in Uppermill, North West
Planning Granted
2 bedroom terraced house for sale
28% below median price

£240,000

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

Chew Valley Road, Greenfield, Saddl...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Uppermill, North West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Vendors are holding firm; properties tend to sell at close to asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £4,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £6,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £11,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.9%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.4%

Best places to invest in Uppermill

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1OL47.0%5.3%£232 / sq ft
2OL33.4%4.3%£317 / 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.