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South Derbyshire & Swadlincote

South Derbyshire & Swadlincote investment guide. Average gross yield 5.3%, landlord's market rental demand.

5.3%avg gross yield
£193kavg sold price (757 sales, 12mo)
Landlord's marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
5.3%
+5.3% vs South Derbyshire avg (0.0%)
Average Asking Price
£193,383
high confidence (757 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£863
2-bed · 3-bed £1,107 · 5.8% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£239
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in DE24
1-bed
£636
per month
4.8% yield
2-bed
£863
per month
5.8% yield
3-bed
£1,107
per month
6.3% yield
4-bed
£1,575
per month
7.2% yield
Ownership mix
DE24 vs UK average · 26,975 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
27.6%(UK 32.9%)
-5.3pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
30.0%(UK 29.7%)
+0.3pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
18.5%(UK 20.3%)
-1.8pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
23.9%(UK 17.1%)
+6.8pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in DE24
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced7.2%£153,642£923
Semi-detached6.2%£192,053£992
Detached4.4%£275,000£1,019
Flat9.7%£100,000£806

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About South Derbyshire & Swadlincote (DE24, South Derbyshire)

DE24 offers attractive fundamentals for buy-to-let investors, with an average gross yield of 5.3% and asking prices averaging £193,383. Larger properties deliver particularly strong returns, with 4-bed homes yielding 7.2%, making this area competitive compared to many UK markets. The landlord's market conditions indicate sustained rental demand across the postcode.

The tenant base spans families and professionals seeking affordable rental accommodation outside major urban centres. 2-bed and 3-bed properties command the strongest rental demand, with yields of 5.8% and 6.3% respectively, suggesting a stable family-orientated lettings market. 1-bed units show lower yields at 4.8%, indicating a secondary tenant segment.

Investors should monitor local economic factors affecting South Derbyshire's employment landscape and housing supply dynamics. While yields are solid, the relatively modest average property price suggests a lower-value market segment where tenant quality and void periods require careful management. Market conditions may shift if regional economic activity changes or new housing developments alter supply.

Sold Price Trend - DE24
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
-12.2% over 2 years
Flip Activity - DE24
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
7
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+33.2%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
9 mo
Flip rate
0.4%
of all sales
Recent case studies
chellaston road
Semi
Bought Mar 25
£200k
Sold Feb 26
£267k
12 mo+33.5%
elvaston lane
Semi
Bought Feb 25
£153k
Sold Nov 25
£205k
9 mo+33.2%*
shelton drive
Semi
Bought Feb 25
£198k
Sold Oct 25
£255k
8 mo+27.9%*
bennett street
Terraced
Bought May 24
£115k
Sold Mar 25
£200k
10 mo+68.8%*
Gross 73.9%
arlington drive
Semi
Bought Aug 24
£145k
Sold Feb 25
£188k
7 mo+29.4%*
arlington drive
Semi
Bought Apr 24
£200k
Sold Feb 25
£238k
10 mo+16.8%*
Gross 18.8%
* 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 - DE24
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
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.
Selective LicensingNot in effect
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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