Buy-to-Let Yields in Derbyshire
9 councils · 35 postcode districts · Best: Bolsover · Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
Top Postcode Districts in Derbyshire
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|
| DE1 | DERBY | 4.76 | £170,000 |
| DE7 | ILKESTON | 4.54 | £185,000 |
| NG20 | MANSFIELD | 4.3 | £157,375 |
| DE55 | ALFRETON | 4.26 | £190,000 |
| S21 | SHEFFIELD | 4.18 | £194,000 |
| DE75 | HEANOR | 4.15 | £195,000 |
| DE24 | DERBY | 4.12 | £196,500 |
| DE21 | DERBY | 4.05 | £200,000 |
| DE11 | SWADLINCOTE | 4.04 | £215,560 |
| DE23 | DERBY | 4.02 | £201,500 |
| S43 | CHESTERFIELD | 4.02 | £179,095 |
| NG10 | NOTTINGHAM | 3.99 | £210,500 |
| DE5 | RIPLEY | 3.86 | £210,000 |
| S45 | CHESTERFIELD | 3.86 | £210,000 |
| S41 | CHESTERFIELD | 3.79 | £190,000 |
Councils in Derbyshire by Yield
| Council ↕ | Avg Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Monthly Rent ↕ | Postcodes ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolsover | 3.93 | £190,000 | £564 | 2 |
| Erewash | 3.9 | £210,500 | £700 | 3 |
| Amber Valley | 3.85 | £210,000 | £675 | 4 |
| Chesterfield | 3.82 | £190,000 | £600 | 3 |
| Derby UA | 3.72 | £201,500 | £675 | 7 |
| South Derbyshire | 3.63 | £269,950 | £725 | 2 |
| North East Derbyshire | 3.61 | £230,000 | £675 | 4 |
| High Peak | 2.69 | £272,500 | £650 | 6 |
| Derbyshire Dales | 2.46 | £362,500 | £700 | 4 |
Derbyshire Buy-to-Let Overview
Derbyshire offers an average gross rental yield of 3.5% across 9 councils and 35 postcode districts. While below the England average of 3.6%, individual councils and postcodes within Derbyshire can offer significantly better returns than the county average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Derbyshire?
The average gross rental yield across Derbyshire is 3.5%, based on 47,642 property transactions across 9 councils and 35 postcode districts.
Which councils in Derbyshire have the highest rental yields?
The highest-yielding councils in Derbyshire are Bolsover (3.9%), Erewash (3.9%), and Amber Valley (3.9%).
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Derbyshire?
The top postcode districts in Derbyshire are DE1 (4.8%), DE7 (4.5%), and NG20 (4.3%). These areas combine lower property prices with competitive rental returns.
Data updated quarterly from HM Land Registry and VOA open data. Last updated June 2026.