Bury vs Paisley for Property Investment
Bury leads on gross yield at 6.2%, while Paisley has the lower entry price at £145,000. Here is how the two markets compare on yield, price, deposit and tenant demand.
Bury vs Paisley at a glance
| Metric | Bury | Paisley |
|---|---|---|
| Average gross yield | 6.2% | 6.2% |
| Average property price | £215,000 | £145,000 |
| Implied monthly rent | £1,111 | £749 |
| 25% deposit | £53,750 | £36,250 |
| Stamp duty (additional property) | £10,750 | £7,250 |
| Population | 80,000 | 75,000 |
| Region | North West | Scotland |
| Investor rating | Good | Good |
Bury
Typical stock is a mix of terraces, ex-council semis and a growing number of apartment conversions closer to the centre. Tenant demand is underpinned by commuters using the town's rail and road links, local employment in services, healthcare and logistics, supported by a population of around 80,000. On the average £215,000 purchase, a 6.2% gross yield implies roughly £1,111 per calendar month in rent — a useful sanity check when you are reviewing a listing. Popular Manchester suburb with good transport.
- WorkableStandard buy-to-let
- Consider carefullyHMO / rent by the room
- Strong fitFirst-time landlord
Paisley
Stock is dominated by Victorian and inter-war terraces, with two- and three-bed houses making up most of what comes to market. Tenant demand is underpinned by local employment in services, healthcare and logistics, supported by a population of around 75,000. On the average £145,000 purchase, a 6.2% gross yield implies roughly £749 per calendar month in rent — a useful sanity check when you are reviewing a listing. Glasgow suburb with airport proximity.
- WorkableStandard buy-to-let
- Consider carefullyHMO / rent by the room
- Strong fitFirst-time landlord
Which is the better investment?
If monthly cash flow is your priority, Bury is the stronger option on paper at 6.2% gross. If you want the lower capital commitment, Paisley needs around £36,250 as a 25% deposit. Averages only take you so far, though — run the actual listing through PropertyROI before you offer.
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