3.1% Below average
Rental Yield in CB1 — CAMBRIDGE
Rent data based on Cambridge local authority median. Our methodology
Below average ↓ below East of England average (3.3%)
· ↓ below England average (3.6%)
£495,127
Median Price
£1,300
Monthly Rent
3.1%
Gross Yield
1,668
Transactions (3yr)
Price by Property Type
| Type | Median Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | £685,000 | 200 |
| Semi-detached | £571,000 | 368 |
| Terraced | £500,000 | 658 |
| Flat | £315,000 | 385 |
| Other | £560,000 | 57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rental yield in CB1?
CB1 has a gross rental yield of 3.1%. The median property price is £495,127 with typical monthly rents of £1,300, based on Land Registry and VOA data.
Is CB1 a good area for buy-to-let?
CB1 yields 3.1%, below the England average of 3.6%. The area may offer stronger capital growth. Compare with other postcodes in Cambridge for alternatives.
What is the median property price in CB1?
The median property price in CB1 is £495,127, based on 1,668 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £500,000 across Cambridge as a whole.
Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026