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Broxtowe & Central Nottingham

Broxtowe & Central Nottingham investment guide. Average gross yield 5.2%, balanced market rental demand.

5.2%avg gross yield
£226kavg sold price (636 sales, 12mo)
Balanced marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
5.2%
+5.2% vs Broxtowe avg (0.0%)
Average Asking Price
£225,720
high confidence (636 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£960
2-bed · 3-bed £1,230 · 6.0% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£280
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in NG8
1-bed
£684
per month
4.3% yield
2-bed
£960
per month
6.0% yield
3-bed
£1,230
per month
6.1% yield
4-bed
£1,860
per month
6.4% yield
Ownership mix
NG8 vs UK average · 32,578 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
30.3%(UK 32.9%)
-2.6pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
29.3%(UK 29.7%)
-0.4pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
16.0%(UK 20.3%)
-4.3pp 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 NG8
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced7.2%£177,978£1,065
Semi-detached6.1%£222,859£1,127
Detached4.1%£355,000£1,226
Flat9.9%£122,042£1,006

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About Broxtowe & Central Nottingham (NG8, Broxtowe)

NG8 attracts property investors seeking balanced rental yields around 5.2% with entry-level prices averaging £225,720. The area benefits from consistent demand across all property sizes, with larger homes commanding stronger yields of 6.1-6.4% for 3 and 4-bedroom properties. This positions NG8 as an accessible market for both first-time and experienced investors seeking reliable returns.

The tenant demographic is diverse, reflecting a balanced rental market with steady demand across 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom properties. Single-occupancy and young professional tenants dominate the 1-bedroom sector (£684/month), while families represent significant demand for larger stock. This balanced composition reduces reliance on any single tenant segment and suggests good long-term stability.

Investors should monitor rental growth potential carefully, as yields remain modest compared to higher-risk areas despite balanced demand conditions. Supply levels and competition from newer build properties warrant attention, as does local employment trends affecting the tenant base. Standard due diligence on property condition and local authority planning is essential, particularly given the mid-range price point attracts higher portfolio turnover.

Sold Price Trend - NG8
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
+10.9% over 2 years
Flip Activity - NG8
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
4
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+38.3%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
14 mo
Flip rate
0.3%
of all sales
Recent case studies
walesby crescent
Detached
Bought Aug 24
£208k
Sold Jun 25
£265k
10 mo+29.4%*
Gross 27.4%
fairnley road
Semi
Bought Apr 24
£158k
Sold May 25
£298k
14 mo+81.4%*
Gross 88.6%
sherborne road
Terraced
Bought Aug 23
£130k
Sold Dec 24
£177k
17 mo+36.0%*
yalding drive
Semi
Bought Apr 23
£222k
Sold May 24
£308k
14 mo+40.7%*
Gross 38.8%
* 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 - NG8
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
Article 4 directions cover parts of Broxtowe. 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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