Buy-to-Let Yields in Braintree
5 postcode districts | Best: CM7 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Braintree is 3.4% in 2026. This is based on 5,674 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £330,000 and rents for £975 a month. The best postcode is CM7.
Best Postcode Districts in Braintree
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CM7 | BRAINTREE | 3.71 | £315,000 | 2,231 |
| CM8 | WITHAM | 3.6 | £325,000 | 1,628 |
| CO9 | HALSTEAD | 3.55 | £330,000 | 1,127 |
| CO8 | BURES | 3.03 | £386,250 | 82 |
| CM77 | BRAINTREE | 3 | £390,000 | 606 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Braintree Buy-to-Let Overview
Braintree offers an average gross rental yield of 3.4% across 5 postcode districts, with a median property price of £330,000 and typical monthly rents of £975. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Braintree can offer stronger returns.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Braintree.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Braintree?
The average gross rental yield in Braintree is 3.4%, based on 5,674 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £330,000 with typical rents of £975/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Braintree?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Braintree are CM7 (3.7%), CM8 (3.6%), and CO9 (3.5%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Braintree compare to the East of England average?
Braintree averages 3.4% gross yield, above the East of England average of 3.3%. With 5 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.