SK17 (Buxton) exhibits mixed market indicators relevant to property investment consideration. Over the past five years, capital growth has averaged 2.7% annually, substantially below the national trend, whilst rental growth has reached 5.5% on a compound basis, creating a rental yield advantage. Population growth remained marginal at 0.1% over this period, suggesting limited organic demand drivers. The district occupies the 48th percentile nationally for trajectory scoring at 49.7/100, classifying it as average relative to peer markets. Buxton's pre-cursor gentrification stage indicates early-stage demographic or economic shifts, though these have not yet translated into accelerated property appreciation. Investors should note the rental-to-capital growth disparity when assessing risk-return profiles against alternative markets.
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- 1Property prices up 2.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.1% per year
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Buxton (SK17) common questions
Is Buxton up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Buxton (SK17) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 50/100 (Average), in the top 52% of districts nationally. The score is down 2.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Buxton safe?
Buxton has a safety score of 39/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Buxton?
The average property price in Buxton (SK17) is £202k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Buxton?
The median monthly rent in Buxton (SK17) is £696 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Buxton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Stockport (SK12), Hope Valley (S33), High Peak (SK22), High Peak (SK23), Hope Valley (S32). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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