DE1South Derbyshire

Derby City Centre & Suburbs

Derby City Centre & Suburbs investment guide. Average gross yield 5.7%, balanced market rental demand.

5.7%avg gross yield

£170kavg sold price (267 sales, 12mo)

Balanced marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

5.7%

+5.7% vs South Derbyshire avg (0.0%)

Average Asking Price

£170,000

high confidence (267 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,015

2-bed · 3-bed £1,250 · 7.5% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£233

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in DE1

1-bed

£816

per month

6.1% yield

2-bed

£1,015

per month

7.5% yield

3-bed

£1,250

per month

8.4% yield

4-bed

£1,848

per month

9.9% yield

Ownership mix

DE1 vs UK average · 23,277 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Distinct tenure mix: 19% owned outright (14pp lower than the UK average of 33%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

18.6%(UK 32.9%)

-14.3pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

21.2%(UK 29.7%)

-8.5pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

34.3%(UK 20.3%)

+14.0pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

25.9%(UK 17.1%)

+8.8pp vs UK

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

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in DE1

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	7.4%	£180,000	£1,111
Semi-detached →	7.3%	£173,847	£1,060
Detached →	4.4%	£292,724	£1,079
Flat →	8.2%	£142,235	£972

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About Derby City Centre & Suburbs (DE1, South Derbyshire)

DE1 attracts property investors seeking solid yields in a balanced rental market, with an average gross yield of 5.7% and entry-level prices around £170,000. The area offers consistent rental income across all property types, with larger properties commanding notably higher yields—4-bed homes achieving 9.9% compared to 6.1% for 1-beds, making portfolio diversification viable.

The tenant demographic spans professionals and families, reflecting balanced demand across bedroom sizes. 2-bed and 3-bed properties show particularly strong rental fundamentals (7.5% and 8.4% yields respectively), suggesting established demand from working couples and small families seeking Derby city-centre proximity without premium pricing.

Investors should monitor local employment stability and transport links, as yields in this price bracket are competitive but not exceptional. Property condition and tenant quality are critical differentiators in a balanced market—thorough due diligence on individual assets and management approaches will determine portfolio performance.

Sold Price Trend - DE1

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

-45.7% over 2 years

Flip Activity - DE1

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

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+90.0%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

13 mo

Flip rate

0.1%

of all sales

Recent case studies

drage street

Terraced

Bought Mar 24

£104k

Sold Apr 25

£200k

13 mo+90.0%*

Gross 92.3%

* 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 - DE1

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

No Article 4 directions in this LPA. Selective/additional licensing not yet verified.

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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