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Property investment stats for Woodville, East Midlands

A complete guide to property investment in Woodville.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Woodville presents a market with a strong base of owner-occupiers and a high proportion of couples and families, which shapes its housing demand. The area’s affordability is underscored by a price-to-income ratio of 4.6 and a rent-to-income ratio of 19.3%, indicating that both buying and renting are relatively accessible compared to many parts of the country. Sales are reasonably brisk with homes spending a median of 36 days on the market, and the gap between achieved and asking price is moderate at £3,000 (the typical achieved discount). The median price per square foot is £248 per sq ft, which may appeal to buyers looking for value.

Rental yields average 4.1%, with the top postcode district achieving yields of 5.3%, suggesting some pockets of stronger rental performance for investors willing to target specific locations. However, recent capital growth has changed by -3.6% over the past year, which may give some investors pause.

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Key investment stats for Woodville

Median price per sq ft

£248 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.1%

Capital growth (1y)

-3.6%

Sales in past year

158

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

Live property stats in Woodville

Live prices in Woodville, East Midlands

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£280,000

25% of properties below...

£225,000

75% of properties below...

£326,250

Most expensive property

£825,000

Live listings

112

Median days on market

36

Should you invest in Woodville?

Opportunities

  • The top postcode district offers a notably higher rental yield of 5.3%, which could be attractive for investors seeking income-focused strategies.
  • The high proportion of couples and families (in the 99th and 76th percentiles, respectively) suggests steady demand for three-bedroom houses, supported by a current median asking sale price of £260,000 and rent of £1,295.
  • The relatively short days on market (36 days) indicates decent liquidity, making it easier for investors to exit positions if needed.

Risks

  • The capital growth over the past year has changed by -3.6%, which could signal short-term volatility or cooling demand.
  • The area has a relatively low student and young professional population, which may limit demand for smaller rental properties such as two-bedroom flats (currently asking £675).
  • Owner-occupation is high (in the 75th percentile), so the private rental market may be less dominant than in other areas, potentially limiting tenant pool size for some property types.

Outlook

Over the next 12 months, Woodville is likely to remain appealing to investors who prioritise stability and income over rapid capital appreciation. The strong presence of families and couples should support ongoing demand for houses, particularly three-bedroom properties. While recent capital growth has changed by -3.6%, the three-year annualised growth rate of 3.0% suggests that the market is capable of delivering steady returns over a longer period.

Rental yields, especially in the top-performing postcode district (5.3%), provide a buffer for investors against short-term price movements. Liquidity remains reasonable, with homes selling in a median of 36 days, and affordability measures are favourable. Investors should expect a market that favours patient, income-focused strategies rather than speculative, short-term gains.

Live properties in Woodville

Investment properties in Woodville, East Midlands

2 bedroom terraced house for sale
35% below median price

£140,000

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

Belvedere Road, Woodville, Swadlinc...

Properties needing refurbishment in Woodville, East Midlands
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 177 days

£239,950

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Belvedere Road, Woodville, DE11

Slow to sell properties in Woodville, East Midlands
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom cottage for sale
37% below median price

£309,995

3 bedroom cottage for sale

High Street, Woodville, DE11

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

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,000

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

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £8,475 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.4%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.9%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.9%

Best places to invest in Woodville

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1DE115.3%4.8%£249 / 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.