Property investment stats for Workington, North West

• Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 6.3%, and even higher returns in the top district at 7.7%.
• Properties are being snapped up quickly, with a short average time on market of 22 days, and they're selling at or above asking price (median discount of £0 (the typical achieved discount)), indicating healthy demand.
• The affordability, reflected in the price-to-income ratio of 3.2, makes entry less capital-intensive compared to much of Britain.

• Capital growth over one year has changed by -1.3%, so investors should not expect rapid short-term appreciation.
• The area has a high proportion of social rented housing (in the 92nd percentile), which could limit private rental demand in some segments.
• The professional and degree-educated population is low (in the 2nd and 4th percentiles), which may affect the long-term demand for higher-end properties.

Looking ahead, Workington’s property market appears stable, with affordability and liquidity both working in its favour. The annualised growth of 3.6% over three years suggests there is still scope for steady, if unspectacular, gains. With homes selling quickly and at or above asking price, investors can expect relatively swift transactions and minimal discounting.

Rental yields are likely to remain attractive, especially for those targeting the top-performing districts. While short-term capital growth may be muted, the combination of robust rental returns and low entry prices makes Workington a market worth watching for income-focused investors. The local demographic mix and high social housing presence are important to factor into any strategy, but overall, the fundamentals remain sound.