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Property investment stats for Worsley, North West

A complete guide to property investment in Worsley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Worsley stands out for its strong owner-occupier base, sitting in the 96th percentile for owner-occupied housing, which provides stability and a sense of community. The area’s property market has shown steady growth, with a capital growth over one year of 1.2% and an annualised three-year growth of 2.7%. Liquidity is reasonable, with properties taking a median of 91 days to sell, and the median achieved price matches the asking price (£0 (the typical achieved discount)), suggesting sellers are realistic and demand is well-matched to supply. Affordability is a notable feature, with a price-to-income ratio of 4.9 and a rent-to-income ratio of 25.2%, making it accessible for both buyers and renters.

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Key investment stats for Worsley

Median price per sq ft

£325 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.8%

Capital growth (1y)

1.2%

Sales in past year

151

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

Live property stats in Worsley

Live prices in Worsley, North West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£425,000

25% of properties below...

£300,000

75% of properties below...

£625,000

Most expensive property

£2,850,000

Live listings

99

Median days on market

91

Should you invest in Worsley?

Opportunities

  • The average rental yield of 4.8% is attractive for investors seeking steady rental income, with the top postcode district offering an even higher yield of 5.4%.
  • The market’s stability is reinforced by properties achieving their asking price (£0 (the typical achieved discount)), indicating robust demand and realistic pricing.
  • Strong representation of professionals and managers (in the 80th percentile) suggests a reliable tenant base for higher-quality rentals.

Risks

  • The low proportion of private rented housing (15th percentile) could limit the pool of available tenants and restrict growth in the rental sector.
  • The area’s older demographic (60+ in the 72nd percentile) may affect long-term demand and turnover for certain property types.
  • Liquidity is steady but not rapid, with a median of 91 days to sell, so investors may need patience when exiting.

Outlook

Worsley’s combination of stability and moderate growth makes it a solid choice for investors who value predictability over rapid gains. With a three-year capital growth of 8.3%, the market has rewarded patient investors, and the current environment continues to support realistic pricing and sustained demand.

Rental demand is likely to remain steady, given the area’s professional tenant base and strong owner-occupier presence. However, the limited private rental sector could constrain opportunities for rapid portfolio expansion. Overall, the next twelve months appear positive for those seeking reliable returns and minimal surprises, with affordability and stable yields underpinning the investment case.

Live properties in Worsley

Investment properties in Worsley, North West

4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 177 days

£580,000 - Offers Over

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Laughton Avenue, MANCHESTER, Lancas...

Slow to sell properties in Worsley, North West
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom detached house for sale
2,693 sq ft

£1,950,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

The Coach House, Greenleach Lane, W...

Properties with planning granted in Worsley, North West
Planning Granted
6 bedroom detached house for sale
25% below median price

£1,750,000

6 bedroom detached house for sale

Whitecot, Greenleach Lane, Worsley,...

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

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Buyers should not expect big bargains — discounts are marginal.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £9,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £18,800 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.6%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.7%

Best places to invest in Worsley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1M285.4%3.0%£291 / 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.