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Property investment stats for Wingerworth, East Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Wingerworth.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Wingerworth stands out for its high rate of owner-occupation, with the area sitting in the 99th percentile nationally, and a strong presence of couples as households. The population skews older, with those aged 60 and above in the 93rd percentile, making it a settled and stable community. Property prices are accessible relative to incomes, as shown by a price-to-income ratio of 5.3. The median price per square foot sits at £272 per sq ft, and properties typically spend 64 days before selling, reflecting steady but not overheated demand. Capital growth over the past year has changed by 1.9%, while three-year growth stands at 10.8%, giving an annualised rate of 3.5%.

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Key investment stats for Wingerworth

Median price per sq ft

£272 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

1.9%

Sales in past year

125

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

Live property stats in Wingerworth

Live prices in Wingerworth, East Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£320,000

25% of properties below...

£220,000

75% of properties below...

£399,750

Most expensive property

£1,050,000

Live listings

106

Median days on market

64

Should you invest in Wingerworth?

Opportunities

  • The top postcode district offers a rental yield of 5.4%, which is attractive for buy-to-let investors seeking income.
  • The median asking sale price for a 3-bedroom house is £272,475, while the median rent for the same is £950, suggesting a reasonable entry point for investors.
  • With annual sales at 125, liquidity is sufficient for investors looking to enter or exit the market without undue delay.

Risks

  • The private rented sector is extremely small, in the 1st percentile, which may limit tenant demand and rental growth potential.
  • The area’s older demographic profile could mean slower future population growth and less dynamism in the housing market.
  • Achieved sale prices are typically £2,500 (the typical achieved discount) below asking, indicating buyers may have the upper hand in negotiations.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Wingerworth is likely to remain a stable market, with little sign of rapid change given its high owner-occupation and older population. Price growth has been steady, with the one-year capital growth at 1.9% and annualised growth over three years at 3.5%, suggesting limited volatility. Investors should not expect dramatic shifts in demand or supply, but instead a predictable environment with moderate returns.

Liquidity is reasonable, given 125 transactions per year and properties spending 64 days on the market. Rental yields in the top postcode district are 5.4%, which will appeal to income-focused investors, though the very small private rented sector may cap growth. Overall, Wingerworth offers a solid, if unspectacular, option for those prioritising stability over rapid gains.

Live properties in Wingerworth

Investment properties in Wingerworth, East Midlands

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
10% below median price

£250,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Wheatlands Road, Chesterfield, S42

Properties needing refurbishment in Wingerworth, East Midlands
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 180 days

£215,000 - Offers in Region of

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Lydgate Drive, Wingerworth, Chester...

Slow to sell properties in Wingerworth, East Midlands
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom detached house for sale
Reduced by 10%

£260,000

2 bedroom detached house for sale

Chartwell Avenue, Wingerworth, Ches...

Big price drop properties in Wingerworth, East Midlands
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
42% below median price

£290,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Joseph Fletcher Drive, Wingerworth,...

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

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Asking and achieved prices are broadly aligned — little negotiation room on average.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £2,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £11,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 0.9%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.1%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.6%

Best places to invest in Wingerworth

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1S425.4%2.6%£256 / 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.