Buy-to-Let Yields in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
18 postcode districts | Best: BH2 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is 3.6% in 2026. This is based on 17,332 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £340,000 and rents for £968 a month. The best postcode is BH2.
Best Postcode Districts in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BH2 | BOURNEMOUTH | 5.59 | £207,750 | 630 |
| BH5 | BOURNEMOUTH | 5.16 | £225,000 | 583 |
| BH1 | BOURNEMOUTH | 5.06 | £229,750 | 1,042 |
| BH4 | BOURNEMOUTH | 4.22 | £275,000 | 606 |
| BH8 | BOURNEMOUTH | 3.87 | £300,000 | 1,066 |
| BH11 | BOURNEMOUTH | 3.75 | £310,000 | 765 |
| BH12 | POOLE | 3.72 | £312,000 | 1,424 |
| BH15 | POOLE | 3.72 | £312,500 | 1,604 |
| BH17 | POOLE | 3.72 | £312,500 | 936 |
| BH10 | BOURNEMOUTH | 3.42 | £340,000 | 760 |
| BH9 | BOURNEMOUTH | 3.42 | £340,000 | 1,154 |
| BH7 | BOURNEMOUTH | 3.07 | £378,750 | 456 |
| BH6 | BOURNEMOUTH | 2.96 | £393,000 | 1,038 |
| BH14 | POOLE | 2.9 | £400,000 | 1,342 |
| BH23 | CHRISTCHURCH | 2.8 | £415,000 | 2,587 |
| BH18 | BROADSTONE | 2.42 | £480,000 | 517 |
| BH3 | BOURNEMOUTH | 2.31 | £502,500 | 214 |
| BH13 | POOLE | 2.24 | £519,000 | 608 |
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Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Buy-to-Let Overview
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole offers an average gross rental yield of 3.6% across 18 postcode districts, with a median property price of £340,000 and typical monthly rents of £968. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole can offer stronger returns.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
The average gross rental yield in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is 3.6%, based on 17,332 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £340,000 with typical rents of £968/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are BH2 (5.6%), BH5 (5.2%), and BH1 (5.1%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole compare to the South West average?
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole averages 3.6% gross yield, above the South West average of 3.2%. With 18 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.