Derby is a major commercial center in the East Midlands, with a population of around 250,000 and a 45-minute drive-time radius of 2.2 million people. The city has a stable industrial employment base, with major employers including Rolls Royce, Alstom, and Toyota. Derby University has expanded significantly, incorporating Derby College and other institutions, and is now a major employer with 34,000 students. The city center has undergone significant developments, including the upgrading of the Derbion Shopping Centre. The investment property consists of four separate properties, including four HMOs with sui generis planning permission, located in various parts of the city, each with its own unique features and amenities.