East Midlands

Discover more about shared ownership in the East Midlands, plus the various houses for sale in the East Midlands that we have available.

Home to popular cities such as Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and Burton-on-Trent, the East Midlands is a diverse region that features both bustling cities and stunning rural areas, with an array of cosy villages and vibrant market towns in between.

As one of the leading housing associations in the UK, Platform has a number of developments across the area, providing homebuyers with the opportunity to purchase new builds in the East Midlands, particularly in areas such as Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.

Since you can buy a new build house in the East Midlands with just a 5% deposit on your share, opting for shared ownership in the East Midlands is a much more affordable alternative to buying outright.

Below you can explore all of the shared ownership houses for sale in the East Midlands and learn more about why new-build homes in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire may be ideal for you.

Why buy a house in the East Midlands?

If you're considering buying a shared ownership home in the East Midlands, you'll want to know about the area, from crime rates and schools through to affordability and connectivity.

Below is a brief breakdown of why you might want to live in the East Midlands and some different area guides for key locations in the county.

Affordability: Houses for sale in the East Midlands are largely more affordable than the South and nearby West Midlands, making it a much more accessible market. Over the last decade, house prices in the East Midlands have risen by around 41%, with the average property now worth around £241,000, around £30,000 cheaper than the UK average.

Education: While the quality of schools in the East Midlands can vary from postcode to postcode, the region generally has a good ranking nationally. There are 294 schools ranked 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, alongside a broad array of grammar schools throughout Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. The region is also home to top universities including The University of Nottingham and Loughborough University.

Crime Rates: Overall, the East Midlands has a slightly lower than average crime rate, with major urban centres such as Nottingham and Derby recording the highest crime rates. The lowest crime rates are in the surrounding villages and towns, with highlights including Loughborough and Corby.

Connectivity: One of the key reasons many people buy Shared Ownership in East Midlands is due to the connectivity the region offers. All of the major cities in the region have exceptional train links to major destinations such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield. The region has a robust bus network, plus the tram network in Nottingham and its own airport, East Midlands Airport, which offers international links further afield.