2.2% Below average

Rental Yield in AL5 — HARPENDEN

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%)
£770,000
Median Price
£1,384
Monthly Rent
2.2%
Gross Yield
1,309
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £1,307,750 420
Semi-detached £805,000 343
Terraced £605,000 197
Flat £335,000 308
Other £703,486 41

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare AL5 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
AL3 ST ALBANS 2.75 £605,000 £1,384
AL4 ST ALBANS 2.57 £645,000 £1,384
AL1 ST ALBANS 3.13 £530,000 £1,384
LU1 LUTON 3.71 £275,000 £850
LU2 LUTON 3.29 £310,000 £850

AL5 is part of St Albans. View all postcode districts in St Albans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in AL5?

AL5 has a gross rental yield of 2.2%. The median property price is £770,000 with typical monthly rents of £1,384, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is AL5 a good area for buy-to-let?

AL5 yields 2.2%, 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 AL5?

The median property price in AL5 is £770,000, based on 1,309 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £605,000 across St Albans as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026