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Leicester Property Market

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The Leicester property market is a vibrant and growing hub in the East Midlands, offering a blend of strong capital growth and increasing rental yields. With an average house price around £235,000 (as of late 2025), it remains an affordable investment location compared to the UK average. The city benefits from two major universities (De Montfort and University of Leicester), creating an ever-present, strong demand for student accommodation and HMOs, alongside a growing professional tenant base. The rental market has seen substantial annual growth (around 7.0% in late 2025), driven by limited supply. Forecasts for the wider East Midlands region suggest price increases are expected in the mid-to-high teens over the coming years, indicating that Leicester’s market strength, supported by its diverse economy and strong tenant pool, is likely to continue into 2025.