Property investment stats for Ilkeston, East Midlands
A complete guide to property investment in Ilkeston.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Investment summary
Ilkeston sits comfortably in the middle of the East Midlands property market, offering a mix of affordability and steady demand. The average price-to-income ratio of 4.1 suggests that homes here are relatively accessible compared to much of Britain, while the median price per square foot of £204 per sq ft keeps entry costs in check. With annual sales at 464 and homes spending an average of 60 days on the market, liquidity is moderate, giving investors reasonable flexibility. Rental yields are appealing, particularly with an average of 5.7%, which is supported by the presence of young renters and families.
Demand is balanced, with a high proportion of couples households (in the 87th percentile) and a strong showing among residents aged 20-40. The population has a lower-than-average share of students and degree-educated professionals, which shapes the local rental market.
Key investment stats for Ilkeston
Median price per sq ft
£204 / sq ft
Average rental yield
5.7%
Capital growth (1y)
0.7%
Sales in past year
464
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Ilkeston
Live prices in Ilkeston, East Midlands
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£220,000
25% of properties below...
£169,950
75% of properties below...
£300,000
Most expensive property
£1,250,000
Live listings
313
Median days on market
60
Should you invest in Ilkeston?
Opportunities
- Investors can expect robust rental yields, with the average at 5.7% and the top local postcode district offering 5.2%.
- The current median asking sale price for a 2-bedroom flat (£96,000) and a 3-bedroom house (£220,000) remain relatively affordable, widening the pool of potential buyers and renters.
- Steady capital growth over three years (9.7% total, 3.1% annualised) suggests Ilkeston is quietly reliable for long-term investors.
Risks
- The degree-educated and professional population is in the lowest percentiles for Britain, which may limit demand from higher-earning tenants or buyers.
- The median achieved minus asking price is £2,000 (the typical achieved discount), hinting at some negotiation room but possibly softer demand.
- With a rent-to-income ratio of 20.9%, affordability for renters could be stretched if rents rise faster than local incomes.
Outlook
Looking ahead, Ilkeston’s property market appears stable and quietly promising. The combination of strong rental yields (5.7%) and steady capital growth (0.7% over the past year) creates a reassuring environment for investors who value predictability over volatility.
Affordability remains one of Ilkeston’s key strengths, with both sale and rental prices for typical homes (£220,000 for houses, £750 for flats) staying within reach for local households. Liquidity is reasonable, as shown by 464 transactions and an average time on market of 60 days. While the area may not attract the highest earners, the strong presence of couples and young families should keep demand resilient in the coming year.
Property market trends in Ilkeston
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Live properties in Ilkeston
Investment properties in Ilkeston, East Midlands
£150,000
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Boweswell Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshir...
£250,000 - Offers in Excess of
3 bedroom detached house for sale
Henshaw Place, Ilkeston
£100,000 - Offers Over
2 bedroom flat for sale
South Street, ILKESTON
£325,000 - Offers in Region of
6 bedroom terraced house for sale
Stanley Street, Ilkeston
£475,000
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Manners Road, Ilkeston
£170,000 - Guide Price
4 bedroom terraced house for sale
Wood Street, Ilkeston, DE7
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Balanced market
Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £2,000
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 1.1%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.1%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.2%
Best places to invest in Ilkeston
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
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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.