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Property investment stats for Countesthorpe, East Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Countesthorpe.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Countesthorpe offers a stable environment for property investment, with a clear bias towards owner-occupation — evidenced by its position in the 93rd percentile for owner-occupied housing. The area has seen capital growth change by 2.3% over the past year and by 18.4% over three years, resulting in an annualised growth rate of 5.8%. Median prices are set at £313 per sq ft per square foot, and affordability is reasonable, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.4. Transaction volumes are moderate, with 80 sales annually and an average listing time of 57 days.

Discounting trends show a median achieved price below asking by £3,750 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting some room for negotiation but not a buyers' market. The area is particularly family-friendly, with a high proportion of couples and families, and a limited rental sector.

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Key investment stats for Countesthorpe

Median price per sq ft

£313 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

2.3%

Sales in past year

80

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

Live property stats in Countesthorpe

Live prices in Countesthorpe, East Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£379,950

25% of properties below...

£300,000

75% of properties below...

£475,000

Most expensive property

£775,000

Live listings

45

Median days on market

57

Should you invest in Countesthorpe?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 4.8% in the top-performing postcode district.
  • The annualised growth rate of 5.8% over three years indicates consistent capital appreciation potential.
  • With a price-to-income ratio of 5.4, affordability remains attractive compared to many other locations, supporting sustained demand from buyers.

Risks

  • The private rented sector is in the 7th percentile, meaning limited rental supply and potentially lower tenant demand than in other areas.
  • Properties take an average of 57 days to sell, which may indicate slower liquidity for those needing a quick exit.
  • The population aged 60+ is in the 75th percentile, which could impact future housing demand and turnover as the demographic ages.

Outlook

In the next year, Countesthorpe is likely to remain a stable market for investors seeking long-term growth rather than quick profits. The combination of capital growth of 2.3% in the last year and consistent appreciation over three years indicates that values are holding up well. Affordability, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.4, should support ongoing demand from buyers, especially families and couples who dominate the area.

Liquidity remains moderate, so investors should be prepared for properties to spend some time on the market. The limited size of the rental sector means buy-to-let opportunities are best targeted at the most in-demand property types, such as three-bedroom houses, where asking rents are currently £1,300. Overall, Countesthorpe should appeal to those looking for steady, reliable returns in a mature, owner-occupied market.

Live properties in Countesthorpe

Investment properties in Countesthorpe, East Midlands

3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
On market for 176 days

£300,000

3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

Stroma Way, Countesthorpe, Leiceste...

Slow to sell properties in Countesthorpe, East Midlands
Slow to Sell
5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
50% below median price

£350,000 - Offers Over

5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Aspen Drive, Countesthorpe, Leicest...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Countesthorpe, East Midlands
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,750

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.5%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.2%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.8%

Best places to invest in Countesthorpe

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1LE84.8%3.2%£306 / 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.