2.8% Below average

Rental Yield in AL3 — ST ALBANS

Rent data based on St Albans local authority median. Our methodology

Below average ↓ below East of England average (3.3%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)
£605,000
Median Price
£1,384
Monthly Rent
2.8%
Gross Yield
1,069
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £892,500 200
Semi-detached £660,000 266
Terraced £580,000 397
Flat £338,000 153
Other £492,000 53

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare AL3 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
AL1 ST ALBANS 3.13 £530,000 £1,384
AL5 HARPENDEN 2.16 £770,000 £1,384
AL4 ST ALBANS 2.57 £645,000 £1,384
HP2 HEMEL HEMPSTEAD 3.68 £375,000 £1,150
AL2 ST ALBANS 3.05 £545,000 £1,384

AL3 is part of St Albans. View all postcode districts in St Albans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in AL3?

AL3 has a gross rental yield of 2.8%. The median property price is £605,000 with typical monthly rents of £1,384, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is AL3 a good area for buy-to-let?

AL3 yields 2.8%, below the England average of 3.6%. The area may offer stronger capital growth. Compare with other postcodes in St Albans for alternatives.

What is the median property price in AL3?

The median property price in AL3 is £605,000, based on 1,069 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £605,000 across St Albans as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026