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Property investment stats for Witney, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Witney.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Witney offers a balanced property market, with a mix of owner-occupied and rented homes that sits close to the national average. Investors will note the median price per square foot of £385 per sq ft and a price-to-income ratio of 5.1, which suggests the area is relatively affordable for buyers compared to many parts of the South East. The annual sales volume of 420 and average days on market of 63 days point to a steady, liquid market where transactions are regular but not frantic.

Recent price trends show capital growth over one year of -0.4%, with a longer-term three-year growth of 8.9%, giving an annualised rate of 2.9%. This hints at moderate but consistent gains for those with a longer investment horizon.

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Key investment stats for Witney

Median price per sq ft

£385 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.5%

Capital growth (1y)

-0.4%

Sales in past year

420

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

Live property stats in Witney

Live prices in Witney, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£350,000

25% of properties below...

£265,000

75% of properties below...

£495,000

Most expensive property

£2,750,000

Live listings

241

Median days on market

63

Should you invest in Witney?

Opportunities

  • Rental investors may be drawn to strong rental yields of 5.5%, especially in the top-performing postcode district of OX28, which matches this yield.
  • The median rent for a 3-bedroom house of £1,650 and a 2-bedroom flat of £1,250 can support healthy rental income, especially given the area's appeal to couples and young professionals.
  • The median achieved minus asking price of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) suggests there is room to negotiate on asking prices, which could improve initial returns for buyers.

Risks

  • The capital growth over one year of -0.4% shows that prices have changed only slightly in the short term, so investors seeking rapid appreciation may need to adjust expectations.
  • With a rent-to-income ratio of 22.1%, affordability could become a concern for tenants if rents rise faster than incomes.
  • The market's steady liquidity, as shown by days on market of 63 days, means properties do not always sell instantly, so investors should be prepared for typical selling periods.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Witney's property market is likely to remain stable, supported by its balanced demographic profile and steady sales activity. The three-year capital growth of 8.9% and annualised growth of 2.9% indicate the potential for moderate gains, particularly for those prepared to hold assets over the medium term.

Rental yields are expected to stay competitive, given the current average of 5.5% and consistent demand from couples and professionals. Affordability remains reasonable, with both the price-to-income ratio of 5.1 and the rent-to-income ratio of 22.1% suggesting room for sustainable growth. Investors should expect a market that favours patience and a long-term view rather than quick wins.

Live properties in Witney

Investment properties in Witney, South East

4 bedroom detached house for sale
25% below median price

£460,000 - Offers in Excess of

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Barrington Close, Witney, Oxfordshi...

Properties needing refurbishment in Witney, South East
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom apartment for sale
18% below median price

£270,000 - Offers in Excess of

4 bedroom apartment for sale

High Street, Witney, Oxfordshire

Priced to sell properties in Witney, South East
Priced to Sell
2 bedroom apartment for sale
On market for 168 days

£230,000

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Meadow Lane, Witney, OX28

Slow to sell properties in Witney, South East
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 14%

£600,000 - Offers in Excess of

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Springfield Park, Witney, OX28

Big price drop properties in Witney, South East
Big Price Drop
12 bedroom house for sale
High yield opportunity

£1,500,000 - Guide Price

12 bedroom house for sale

Church Green, Witney, OX28

HMO properties in Witney, South East
HMO
6 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
3,493 sq ft

£950,000 - Offers in Excess of

6 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

High Street, Witney, OX28

Properties with planning granted in Witney, South East
Planning Granted
Property for sale
49% below median price

£220,000 - Guide Price

Property for sale

52 High Street, Witney, OX28

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Witney, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £20,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.2%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.0%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.6%

Best places to invest in Witney

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1OX285.5%2.8%£381 / sq ft
2OX294.6%3.6%£403 / 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.