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Bury Town Centre & Surrounds

Bury Town Centre & Surrounds investment guide. Average gross yield 4.8%, landlord's market rental demand.

4.8%avg gross yield

£197kavg sold price (639 sales, 12mo)

Landlord's marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

4.8%

+4.8% vs Bury avg (0.0%)

Average Asking Price

£197,336

high confidence (639 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£916

2-bed · 3-bed £1,177 · 6.2% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£254

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in BL2

1-bed

£699

per month

5.3% yield

2-bed

£916

per month

6.2% yield

3-bed

£1,177

per month

6.7% yield

4-bed

£1,849

per month

7.3% yield

Ownership mix

BL2 vs UK average · 27,291 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

High social-rent share: 24% socially rented (7pp higher than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

31.5%(UK 32.9%)

-1.4pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

26.8%(UK 29.7%)

-2.9pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

17.3%(UK 20.3%)

-3.0pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

24.4%(UK 17.1%)

+7.3pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in BL2

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	7.6%	£152,114	£962
Semi-detached →	5.6%	£215,250	£1,008
Detached →	3.7%	£326,200	£1,015
Flat →	7.5%	£142,648	£887

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About Bury Town Centre & Surrounds (BL2, Bury)

Investors are attracted to BL2 for its accessible entry point at an average asking price of £197,336, combined with a healthy 4.8% gross yield. The landlord's market conditions indicate strong rental demand relative to supply, making this an area where properties let quickly and tenants compete for space.

The tenant demographic skews towards professional renters and families, evidenced by demand across all property sizes. 2-bed and 3-bed properties show particularly strong yields (6.2% and 6.7% respectively), suggesting these mid-market units attract quality long-term tenants seeking stable, affordable housing near Bury town centre.

Investors should monitor local economic conditions and employment stability, as rental yields remain modest compared to other regions. The area's reliance on regional employment patterns means downturns could affect tenant quality and void rates—thorough tenant vetting and property maintenance are essential to preserve returns.

Sold Price Trend - BL2

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+4.9% over 2 years

Flip Activity - BL2

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+51.4%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

11 mo

Flip rate

0.7%

of all sales

Recent case studies

breightmet drive

Semi

Bought Dec 24

£150k

Sold Nov 25

£240k

11 mo+53.3%*

Leasehold - extension not verified

Gross 60.0%

minster road

Semi

Bought Dec 24

£125k

Sold Oct 25

£210k

10 mo+60.8%*

Gross 68.0%

denstone crescent

Semi

Bought Apr 25

£190k

Sold Sept 25

£270k

6 mo+40.3%*

Leasehold - extension not verified

Gross 42.1%

hough fold way

Detached

Bought Sept 24

£207k

Sold Sept 25

£325k

12 mo+52.1%*

Leasehold - extension not verified

Gross 57.0%

bradshaw road

Flat

Bought Jul 23

£63k

Sold Aug 24

£145k

13 mo+116.1%*

Gross 130.2%

ingleton close

Detached

Bought Jul 23

£270k

Sold Jul 24

£345k

12 mo+21.0%*

Gross 27.8%

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - BL2

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Article 4 directions cover parts of Bury. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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