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Property investment stats for Thurmaston, East Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Thurmaston.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Thurmaston sits on the edge of Leicester and offers a property market shaped by strong family demand, with families making up a large share of households. Owner-occupation is high, in the 85th percentile, while private renting is less common, sitting in the 30th percentile compared to other parts of Britain. The local market is relatively affordable, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.8 and a rent-to-income ratio of 28.0%, which should appeal to buyers and renters alike. Median asking prices for a 3-bedroom house are at £290,000, while a 2-bedroom flat comes in at £102,500.

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Key investment stats for Thurmaston

Median price per sq ft

£304 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.7%

Capital growth (1y)

-4.1%

Sales in past year

90

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

Live property stats in Thurmaston

Live prices in Thurmaston, East Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£272,500

25% of properties below...

£247,500

75% of properties below...

£311,250

Most expensive property

£1,100,000

Live listings

64

Median days on market

86

Should you invest in Thurmaston?

Opportunities

  • Rental yields are solid, with the average at 4.7% and the top-performing district reaching 5.0%.
  • The three-year capital growth of 15.7% (annualised at 5.0%) suggests the area has delivered consistent returns over recent years.
  • Achieved prices are typically £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, giving buyers some room for negotiation.

Risks

  • The one-year capital growth has changed by -4.1%, so short-term price movements may be less predictable.
  • Liquidity is moderate, with properties spending an average of 86 days on the market and annual sales at 90, so investors should be prepared for some waiting.
  • The proportion of degree-educated and professional residents is lower than average, which could affect long-term demand for higher-end rentals.

Outlook

Over the next year, Thurmaston’s property market is likely to remain steady, supported by its high owner-occupier base and strong family presence. While short-term capital growth has changed by -4.1%, the three-year trend of 15.7% indicates resilience over the medium term. Rental demand should hold up given the area’s affordability and the average rental yield of 4.7%.

Buyers can expect some negotiating power, with a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount) off asking prices, and the local market’s price-to-income ratio of 5.8 keeps entry relatively accessible. Investors should keep an eye on liquidity, but overall, Thurmaston looks set to offer a balanced mix of stability and opportunity for those with a patient approach.

Live properties in Thurmaston

Investment properties in Thurmaston, East Midlands

4 bedroom terraced house for sale
On market for 175 days

£275,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom terraced house for sale

Melton Road, Leicester, LE4

Slow to sell properties in Thurmaston, East Midlands
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom park home for sale
Reduced by 13%

£69,995

2 bedroom park home for sale

48 Ingle Nook Park, Barkby Thorpe L...

Big price drop properties in Thurmaston, East Midlands
Big Price Drop
2 bedroom flat for sale
34% below median price

£130,000 - Offers Over

2 bedroom flat for sale

Checkland Road, Thurmaston, LE4

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Thurmaston, East Midlands
Low Price per Sq Ft
2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale
31% below median price

£200,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

7 Rosedene Avenue, Thurmaston, Leic...

Auction properties in Thurmaston, East Midlands
Auction

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: £5,000

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £20,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.1%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.8%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.7%

Best places to invest in Thurmaston

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1LE45.0%4.4%£292 / 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.