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Property investment stats for Breaston and Draycott, East Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Breaston and Draycott.

Last updated: 3 November 2025

Investment summary

Breaston and Draycott sit on the edge of Derby, offering a mature residential market with a strong owner-occupier presence — reflected in the owner-occupied housing percentile in the 94th percentile and private rentals in the 16th percentile. Property values have seen steady growth over the past three years, with capital growth of 10.6% and annualised growth of 3.4%. The price-to-income ratio of 4.8 suggests affordability is reasonable compared to many UK regions. Median asking prices for three-bedroom houses stand at £299,995, while two-bedroom flats are typically listed at £144,500.

Rental yields are moderate, with an average of 3.9%, and the top postcode district yield is 3.7%. Rental demand is underpinned by a relatively low student and young professional presence, with the 20-30 and 30-40 age groups both in the bottom 15th percentile.

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Key investment stats for Breaston and Draycott

Median price per sq ft

£285 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.9%

Capital growth (1y)

0.3%

Sales in past year

116

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Breaston and Draycott

Live prices in Breaston and Draycott, East Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£299,998

25% of properties below...

£228,750

75% of properties below...

£450,000

Most expensive property

£1,000,000

Live listings

68

Median days on market

93

Should you invest in Breaston and Draycott?

Opportunities

  • The price-to-income ratio of 4.8 indicates that entry costs are not excessive, making these villages accessible for investors targeting first-time buyers or downsizers.
  • Steady capital growth over three years (10.6%) provides a degree of reassurance for those looking for long-term appreciation.
  • The high owner-occupier rate in the 94th percentile could support stable resale values and lower tenant turnover risk.

Risks

  • The private rental sector is small (16th percentile), which may limit tenant demand and market liquidity for rental properties.
  • Rental yields are moderate (3.9%), so investors seeking high income returns may find other areas more attractive.
  • Days on market stands at 93 days, indicating that properties can take a while to sell, potentially affecting exit strategies.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Breaston and Draycott are likely to remain stable markets, with modest price changes and steady demand from owner-occupiers. The capital growth over the past year has been muted at 0.3%, but three-year performance at 10.6% suggests that long-term investors have seen consistent gains.

Rental yields are not especially high, but the low price-to-income and rent-to-income ratios (4.8 and 20.6%) should help sustain affordability for buyers and tenants alike. Liquidity may remain an issue, given the relatively slow sales pace and the high proportion of older residents (60+ in the 93rd percentile), but overall, the area is likely to appeal to cautious investors prioritising stability and gradual growth.

Live properties in Breaston and Draycott

Investment properties in Breaston and Draycott, East Midlands

2 bedroom apartment for sale
On market for 180 days

£150,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom apartment for sale

The Old Bank, Station Road, Draycot...

Slow to sell properties in Breaston and Draycott, East Midlands
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom apartment for sale
Reduced by 10%

£135,000 - Offers Over

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Town End Road, Draycott, DE72

Big price drop properties in Breaston and Draycott, East Midlands
Big Price Drop
2 bedroom apartment for sale
30% below median price

£150,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom apartment for sale

Town End Road, Draycott, Derby, DE7...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Breaston and Draycott, East Midlands
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Median discounts are small, suggesting a competitive market.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £1,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £17,750 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.4%

Best places to invest in Breaston and Draycott

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1DE723.7%3.7%£287 / sq ft

Data sources

GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:

  • HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.

  • Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.

  • Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.

  • GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.

  • Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.

Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.