Property investment stats for Wells, South West

• Investors can find some of the best rental returns in the top postcode district, with yields reaching 4.3%.
• The discount between asking and achieved prices, at a median of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggests there is room for negotiation for buyers.
• The three-year capital growth of 11.4% shows that Wells has delivered steady price increases over the medium term.

• Rental yields are relatively modest at 3.6%, so cash flow may not be especially strong compared to other regions.
• The local market is dominated by older residents and single occupiers, which may limit future demand from younger buyers and families.
• Properties take around 57 days to sell, so investors may face longer holding periods if they need to exit quickly.

Looking ahead, Wells seems set to continue its pattern of steady, unspectacular growth, with annualised three-year growth at 3.7% and a one-year capital growth of 1.0%. The market’s affordability, with a price-to-income ratio of 6.0, should help maintain demand among buyers who are not chasing the highest returns but prefer stability.

Rental demand is likely to remain stable, especially among older and single tenants, though the relatively low rent-to-income ratio of 23.0% means there is little sign of overheating. Investors should not expect rapid capital appreciation, but those seeking long-term, low-drama investments could find Wells appealing. Liquidity is average, so it pays to be patient and focus on the fundamentals.