Property investment stats for West Hallam, East Midlands

• The top postcode district offers strong rental yields of 5.2%, which could appeal to investors seeking income.
• The current median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house is £295,000, with rents at £1,200, supporting decent returns for family lets.
• Low unemployment (in the 2nd percentile nationally) suggests a stable local economy, which can underpin demand for housing.

• The private rental sector is in the 6th percentile, indicating limited tenant demand and a small rental market.
• The population skews older, with the 60+ group in the 91st percentile, so future demand may be shaped by downsizing or changing needs rather than growth from young families or professionals.
• Homes take around 71 days to sell, which is moderate but could signal slower liquidity compared to more active markets.

Looking ahead over the next year, West Hallam’s property market appears set for steady performance. The recent 1-year capital growth of 1.6% shows ongoing, if unspectacular, appreciation. Investor returns are likely to remain stable, especially for those targeting family lets, given the strong showing of couples in the 96th percentile and the current median asking rents of £1,200 for 3-bedroom homes.

However, with private renting being uncommon and the area’s older demographic, rental demand may not surge. For those seeking long-term, low-risk investments, the high owner-occupier rate and low unemployment are reassuring. I expect prices and rents to track local demand closely, with little sign of dramatic swings in either direction.