# Your Move Swadlincote Local Area Guide ## Why move to Swadlincote? Swadlincote is a South Derbyshire market town offering a balance of affordable living, strong community identity and easy access to green spaces. Its industrial heritage in pottery, brickmaking and mining is still reflected in the townscape, while regeneration and new residential areas have brought modern convenience. Residents appreciate its parks, woodland areas and close proximity to the National Forest, giving the town a distinctive outdoor-focused character. ![Swadlincote area guide](https://www.your-move.co.uk/uploads/branch/lag_image_lg_184_m.jpg?v=143587) ## Swadlincote property market The property market features a mix of modern estates, traditional terraces and family homes in popular suburbs such as Church Gresley, Newhall, Woodville and Midway. Average prices sit around £230k, well below nearby urban areas, making the town attractive for first-time buyers and upsizers. Detached homes make up a significant proportion of available stock, with high levels of garden and parking provision across most property types. ![Your Move for sale](https://www.your-move.co.uk/images/sign_for_sale.png) ## Average property price in Swadlincote £250,181 +0.4% Last 5 years [Properties for sale in Swadlincote](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/find-property-for-sale) Based on the Land Registry data for properties sold within the postcodes that Your Move Swadlincote covers. ![Your Move to let](https://www.your-move.co.uk/images/sign_to_let.png) ## Average rental price in Swadlincote £836pcm +2.9% Last 12 months +27.0% Last 5 years [Properties to rent in Swadlincote](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/find-property-for-rent) Based on the advertised rental prices for properties to rent by Your Move Swadlincote in the last 12 months from today's date. ## Transport links in Swadlincote Swadlincote has no direct railway station, but benefits from good road connections to Burton upon Trent, Derby, Lichfield and the A50 corridor. Local bus routes link surrounding villages and employment areas. Many residents commute to Burton, Derby or Lichfield thanks to short travel times and reliable road access. ## Education in Swadlincote The area offers a wide selection of schools, including Outstanding-rated options such as Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy, Pingle Academy, and the Mercia Academy. Many Good-rated primaries such as St George’s CofE Primary School and Fairmeadows Foundation Primary School provide strong education choices across suburbs like Church Gresley and Newhall. ## Amenities and Leisure Swadlincote has a traditional town centre with shops, cafés, local markets and leisure venues. Outdoor recreation is a major highlight, with Swadlincote Woodlands, Maurice Lea Memorial Park and access to the National Forest offering walking trails, play areas and woodland activities. Heritage attractions and community events further add to local life. ## Local Character The town blends Victorian industrial architecture with modern developments and expansive green spaces. Neighbourhoods such as Church Gresley, Newhall and Woodville offer family-friendly environments, while surrounding villages like Albert Village and Upper Midway bring a quieter, semi-rural feel. A strong community spirit rooted in its industrial past remains central to Swadlincote’s identity. ## What’s the local Swadlincote community like? Residents describe Swadlincote as friendly, grounded and community-driven. Local clubs, churches, volunteer groups and markets encourage social connection. Families, long-term residents and newcomers contribute to a sociable, welcoming atmosphere supported by accessible green space. ## Employment Employment includes retail, manufacturing, education, logistics and service-sector roles in Swadlincote and nearby Burton upon Trent. Good commuting access supports roles in Derby, Lichfield and the wider East Midlands. Ongoing investment in leisure, retail and town-centre regeneration continues to support local economic growth. ## Food scene Swadlincote offers a mix of pubs, cafés, restaurants and takeaways, with additional dining options in Burton upon Trent. Local venues support a casual, community-focused food scene. ## Who buys in Swadlincote? Swadlincote attracts first-time buyers seeking value, families wanting schools and green space, commuters heading to Burton, Derby or Lichfield, and downsizers looking for quieter living. A varied property mix and lower cost of living ensure broad appeal. We've been busy ## Your Move Swadlincote's recently sold or let properties [ ![2 bedroom Park Home Property for sale](https://www.your-move.co.uk/property-image/rps_yom-SWD260424/image/SWD260424_08/l.jpg?v=129508) Sold **Greenacre Park, Coton-in-the-Elms** **2** bedrooms **1** bathroom **1** reception - Detached park home, no onward chain - Two double bedrooms with wardrobes **£135,000 Asking price** ](/property/park-home-property-for-sale-greenacre-park-coton-in-the-elms-de12-id-swd260424) [ ![2 bedroom Flat to rent](https://www.your-move.co.uk/property-image/rps_yom-BUR260441/image/BUR260441_07/s.jpg?v=27612) Let agreed **Salford Way, Church Gresley** **2** bedrooms **1** bathroom **1** reception - TWO BEDROOMS - GROUND FLOOR **£775 pcm** ](/property/flat-to-rent-salford-way-church-gresley-de11-id-bur260441) [ ![2 bedroom Semi Detached House for sale](https://www.your-move.co.uk/property-image/rps_yom-SWD260223/image/SWD260223_19/s.jpg?v=31029) Sold **Stanhope Road, Swadlincote** **2** bedrooms **1** bathroom **1** reception - Two-bedroom semi-detached home - Spacious open-plan kitchen diner **£160,000 Offers over** ](/property/semi-detached-house-for-sale-stanhope-road-swadlincote-de11-id-swd260223) [ ![2 bedroom End Terrace House to rent](https://www.your-move.co.uk/property-image/rps_yom-BUR260440/image/BUR260440_01/s.jpg?v=31814) Let agreed **Springfield Road, Midway** **2** bedrooms **1** bathroom **1** reception - TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS - SPACIOUS DRIVEWAY **£825 pcm** ](/property/end-terrace-house-to-rent-springfield-road-midway-de11-id-bur260440) [ ![3 bedroom Semi Detached House to rent](https://www.your-move.co.uk/property-image/rps_yom-BUR260420/image/BUR260420_04/s.jpg?v=28772) Let agreed **Cross Street, Castle Gresley** **3** bedrooms **2** bathrooms **1** reception - THREE BEDROOMS - THREE STOREY **£850 pcm** ](/property/semi-detached-house-to-rent-cross-street-castle-gresley-de11-id-bur260420) [ ![3 bedroom Semi Detached House to rent](https://www.your-move.co.uk/property-image/rps_yom-BUR260420/image/BUR260420_04/s.jpg?v=28772) Let agreed **Cross Street, Castle Gresley** **3** bedrooms **2** bathrooms **1** reception - THREE BEDROOMS - THREE STOREY **£850 pcm** ](/property/semi-detached-house-to-rent-cross-street-castle-gresley-de11-id-bur260420) ## Explore this branch - [About us](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote) - [Property for sale](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/find-property-for-sale) - [Property for rent](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/find-property-for-rent) - [Contact Us](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/contact-us) - [Our fees](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/fees) - [Reviews](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/reviews) - [Landlord services](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/lettings-services) - [Local area guide](https://www.your-move.co.uk/estate-agent/swadlincote/local-area-guide)