Nottingham Location Guide - Frater Property Partners

Invest in Nottingham

Last reviewed: June 2026, against ONS, Nottingham City Council, GOV.UK and Savills data

Nottingham contributes around £12.8 billion in economic output and has a population of over 331,000, with a further 780,000 people living within a 45-minute commute. Savills’ most recent forecast (June 2026) puts East Midlands house price growth at 19.0% over the five years to 2030 — above the UK average of 18.5%. Backed by a multi-billion-pound regeneration pipeline including Broad Marsh and the East Midlands Freeport, Nottingham combines strong affordability with sustained government-backed investment.

Nottingham's Economy & Population

Nottingham’s economy contributes c. £12.8 billion and is regarded as the principal financial and commercial centre of the East Midlands.

Nottingham has a population of around 331,000 people, having grown by 6.7% over the last decade.

Regeneration & Institutional Investment

There are several regeneration projects throughout Nottingham creating new residential, leisure and commercial facilities.

Multi Billion Pound regeneration projects across the city.
The regeneration includes the £2bn Broad Marsh redevelopment. This is one of the UK’s most significant city-centre regeneration sites, with a masterplan (developed with Heatherwick Studio) targeting up to 1,000 new homes, over 500,000 sq ft of new commercial and office space, and 6,000+ jobs. In 2026, Nottingham City Council sold the site to Homes England, moving the scheme into its next delivery phase.
Island Quarter – Together, Broad Marsh and The Island Quarter form two of the most significant city-centre regeneration sites anywhere in the UK, with a combined pipeline of over 7,000 new homes, 15,000 jobs, and 2 million sq ft of new commercial space.
Fairham – introducing 3,000 new homes to the area as well as a new business park, primary school and community facilities.
Waterside Bridge – connecting a previously underutilised area of the city centre to West Bridgford and other areas, creating more opportunity for new developments along the River Trent.

Connectivity & Transport

Nottingham’s connectivity & Transport is brilliant and the city is located in an ideal location for national and regional travel.

M1 Motorway: Provides rapid connections to other major UK cities and regions.
Nottingham Station: A major hub offering frequent services to cities such as London, Birmingham and across the East Midlands.
Award Winning Tram System connecting the city.
East Midlands Airport: Just a short drive away, providing international connectivity for both business and leisure travel.

Employment

Home to major employers such as Boots Pharmacy, NHS Trust, Capital One Finance, Experian, Center Parcs, GoDaddy, Wilkos, Ideagen and Paul Smith.
Boots Pharmacy: Boots is the UK’s largest chain of community pharmacies. Their Head Office is in Beeston employing around 4,000 staff.
Capital One: A leading financial services company with a Head Office in Nottingham employing 2,000 staff members there.
East Midlands Airport is recognised as a nationally important asset for freight and logistics. The airport is the UK’s most important for dedicated cargo flights. It handles 1,000 tonnes a day and facilitates approximately £40bn of trade to and from the UK and £11bn of non-EU imports and exports each year. As the UK’s only inland Freeport, it is expected to generate over 28,000 new jobs across the East Midlands.

Universities & Education

Home to two large universities and over 60,000 students. The students contribute significantly to the city’s economy both during their studies and afterwards as young professionals.
This creates strong rental demand for city centre properties in Nottingham.

Lifestyle & Amenities

Rich in History: Nottingham Castle, Robin Hood and Nottingham’s Caves attracts over 33 million tourists each year, generating £2 billion in revenue.
Entertainment: Theatre Royal, The National Justice System and home to DH.Lawrence.
Diverse Retail and Dining Options: Major shopping centres, independent boutiques, annual markets held, offering an array of retail opportunity. A wide variety of international cuisine, vibrant nightlife, Cafes and street food.
Expansive Green Spaces and Recreation: Surrounded by National Trust homes and Woolaton Hall which was used to film Batman, attracting many visitors
Sporting venues including The City Ground, Home of Nottingham Forest Football Club & Trent Bridge Cricket Ground.

Previous Growth & Performance

Property prices in Nottingham have demonstrated consistent growth in recent years, yet many areas remain affordable—presenting opportunities for further investment and future appreciation (UK House Price Index).
Nottingham’s rental yields are averaging 5.6%, these are amongst the highest in the country for locations expected for further growth.

Forecasts for Growth

Over the next decade, Nottingham’s economy is projected to grow by 17.6%, further bolstering the property market.
Savills’ most recent forecast (June 2026) puts East Midlands house price growth at 19.0% over the five years to 2030 — above the UK average of 18.5%.
Nottingham’s population is expanding at a rate of 1.5% annually, with 27.8% of residents opting to rent privately, indicating a strong and growing rental market.

Discuss Nottingham investment property with one of the team

Is Nottingham a good place to invest in property in 2026?
Nottingham has a £12.8bn economy and a population of over 331,000, having grown 6.7% over the last decade. Savills forecasts 19.0% house price growth across the East Midlands over the five years to 2030 — above the UK average of 18.5%.

What regeneration is happening in Nottingham?
Broad Marsh, one of the UK’s most significant city-centre regeneration sites, targets up to 1,000 new homes and 500,000+ sq ft of commercial space, generating 6,000+ jobs. In 2026, Nottingham City Council sold the site to Homes England to move it into its next delivery phase. Together with The Island Quarter, the combined pipeline totals over 7,000 new homes, 15,000 jobs and 2 million sq ft of commercial space.

What is the East Midlands Freeport?
The UK’s only inland Freeport, anchored by East Midlands Airport. It is expected to generate over 28,000 new jobs across the region (GOV.UK).

How affordable is property in Nottingham?
The average property in Nottingham is around £206,000, with rental yields averaging 5.6% — among the highest in the country for a city with this level of ongoing investment.

What are Nottingham’s transport links like?
Nottingham is well connected via the M1 motorway, a major rail station with direct services to London, Birmingham and across the East Midlands, an award-winning tram system, and close proximity to East Midlands Airport.