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Property investment stats for Wool, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Wool.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Wool sits quietly in the South West, offering a slower pace of life and a property market that moves at a measured speed. With annual sales at 45 and properties taking around 68 days to shift, liquidity is steady but not frantic. The area’s housing mix skews towards couples and families, with both groups sitting above the national midpoint, while younger professionals and students are less of a presence. Owner-occupation is a bit below average, but there’s a relatively strong showing for private and social rentals, hinting at a diverse tenant base.

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Key investment stats for Wool

Median price per sq ft

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Average rental yield

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Capital growth (1y)

-

Sales in past year

45

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

Live property stats in Wool

Live prices in Wool, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£397,500

25% of properties below...

£298,750

75% of properties below...

£638,750

Most expensive property

£1,200,000

Live listings

46

Median days on market

68

Should you invest in Wool?

Opportunities

  • The top postcode district boasts rental yields of 4.0%, which stands out for the area and suggests potential for income-focused investors.
  • Median asking prices for a 3-bedroom house at £385,000 and a 2-bedroom flat at £195,000 offer entry points that are likely to appeal to families and couples seeking space and value.
  • The area’s higher proportion of private and social rentals compared to owner-occupation may provide more flexibility and opportunity for landlords to attract a wider range of tenants.

Risks

  • Liquidity can be an issue, with properties typically spending 68 days on the market, so investors may need patience when selling.
  • The professional and managerial population is in the 11th percentile, so demand from high earners is likely to be limited.
  • The area’s older age profile (with the population aged 60+ in the 69th percentile) may influence both rental demand and long-term growth.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Wool’s property market is likely to remain stable, with steady demand from families, couples and older residents. The relatively high proportion of private and social rentals should underpin rental demand, but the lack of a large professional workforce may cap price growth. Investors focused on income rather than rapid capital appreciation will find the 4.0% yield appealing, especially with the area’s measured pace of sales and diverse tenant base.

Affordability at the current median asking prices for both houses and flats should continue to attract buyers seeking value and space. Overall, Wool offers a calm, steady market where patient investors can benefit from reliable rental returns, but those chasing quick flips or high-end tenants may find opportunities limited.

Live properties in Wool

Investment properties in Wool, South West

3 bedroom bungalow for sale
7% below median price

£395,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Colliers Lane, Wool, BH20

Properties needing refurbishment in Wool, South West
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 161 days

£269,500 - Guide Price

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Sydenham Crescent, Wool, BH20

Slow to sell properties in Wool, South West
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale
Reduced by 14%

£270,000 - Offers in Excess of

2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale

Folly Lane, Wool, Wareham

Big price drop properties in Wool, South West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
45% below median price

£375,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Cologne Road, Bovington, BH20

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Wool, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Best places to invest in Wool

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1DT24.0%3.1%£344 / sq ft
2BH203.4%2.5%£369 / 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.