Why invest in Staffordshire?
Located at the heart of the country, Staffordshire offers landlords a diverse rental market, ranging from busy town centres to established suburban neighbourhoods and rural communities.
The county includes key locations such as Stafford, Cannock, Lichfield, Tamworth, Burton upon Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Rugeley and Uttoxeter, each offering different opportunities for landlords and investors.
Key Areas for Landlords
Stafford – The county town offers strong rail connections, employment opportunities and a wide range of family housing. Its central location and access to the M6 can make it appealing to both professionals and families.
Cannock – Well positioned for the M6 and M6 Toll, with good access towards Birmingham and the wider West Midlands. The area offers a broad mix of traditional and modern family housing.
Lichfield – A highly regarded cathedral city with an attractive historic centre, good transport connections and established residential neighbourhoods. It can appeal particularly to professionals and families looking for a more suburban lifestyle while remaining within reach of Birmingham.
Tamworth – Conveniently located for Birmingham and the wider motorway network, with a varied supply of family homes and access to significant employment areas around the M42 and A5 corridor.
Burton upon Trent – One of the county’s larger towns, with a broad rental market and strong employment base. East Staffordshire experienced the highest population growth of Staffordshire’s districts between the 2011 and 2021 censuses.
Newcastle-under-Lyme – A major North Staffordshire town close to Stoke-on-Trent, offering a mixture of professional, family and student-related rental demand.
Rugeley & Uttoxeter – Smaller market towns that can appeal to tenants looking for good local amenities while maintaining access to Staffordshire’s larger employment centres.