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Property investment stats for Selston, East Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Selston.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Selston is quietly making a name for itself among investors, thanks to a combination of steady growth and affordability. Over the past year, capital values have changed by 9.7%, with a three-year change of 15.2%, underlining a market that is neither overheated nor stagnant. The median price per square foot sits at £242 per sq ft, which, paired with a price-to-income ratio of 4.5, keeps the area within reach for many buyers. With 93 sales annually and properties spending about 73 days on the market, liquidity is reasonable but not frantic.

Most homes are owner-occupied, with the area ranking in the 80th percentile for this metric, while private renting is rare. The achieved minus asking price sits at £0 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers and sellers meet in the middle.

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Key investment stats for Selston

Median price per sq ft

£242 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

9.7%

Sales in past year

93

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

Live property stats in Selston

Live prices in Selston, East Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£275,000

25% of properties below...

£210,000

75% of properties below...

£380,000

Most expensive property

£850,000

Live listings

97

Median days on market

73

Should you invest in Selston?

Opportunities

  • Rental investors can tap into yields of 5.3% in the top-performing postcode district, offering a solid return relative to local prices.
  • The median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house is £260,000, while the median rent on the same property type is £1,000, creating potential for positive cash flow.
  • With a strong showing for couples and families (both in the 70th percentile or above), demand for larger homes is likely to remain stable.

Risks

  • The area has a low proportion of private rented housing, ranking in the 9th percentile, which could limit tenant demand or rental liquidity.
  • Days on market at 73 days indicate that sales can take time, so investors looking for quick exits may need patience.
  • The degree-educated and professional population is in the lower percentiles, which could affect long-term growth potential if local employment patterns do not shift.

Outlook

The outlook for Selston remains quietly upbeat. Capital values have shown a consistent upward trend, with an annualised three-year growth of 4.8%, suggesting a market that rewards patience rather than speculation. Given the strong owner-occupation and high demand from families and couples, the area is likely to remain stable and insulated from the more dramatic swings seen elsewhere.

Rental yields in the top postcode district are attractive at 5.3%, and with asking prices and rents for 3-bedroom homes at £260,000 and £1,000 respectively, the fundamentals look sound. However, investors should keep an eye on demographic trends, as the area’s older population and lower professional presence may shape future demand. All told, Selston offers a calm, steady ride for those looking to invest without the drama.

Live properties in Selston

Investment properties in Selston, East Midlands

3 bedroom bungalow for sale
On market for 146 days

£290,000

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Nottingham Road, Selston, Nottingha...

Slow to sell properties in Selston, East Midlands
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Reduced by 29%

£120,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Hollyhill Road, Selston, Nottingham...

Big price drop properties in Selston, East Midlands
Big Price Drop
6 bedroom detached house for sale
3,282 sq ft

£600,000 - Offers Over

6 bedroom detached house for sale

Hillbank House and Annexe, Commonsi...

Properties with planning granted in Selston, East Midlands
Planning Granted
4 bedroom detached house for sale
43% below median price

£230,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Annesley Lane, Selston, NG16

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

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Vendors are holding firm; properties tend to sell at close to asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £0

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £4,999 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.8%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.0%

Best places to invest in Selston

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1NG165.3%4.5%£246 / 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.