Buy-to-Let Yields in Burnley
3 postcode districts | Best: BB11 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Burnley is 5.2% in 2026. This is based on 5,322 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £120,000 and rents for £476 a month. The best postcode is BB11.
Best Postcode Districts in Burnley
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BB11 | BURNLEY | 6.49 | £88,000 | 1,496 |
| BB10 | BURNLEY | 4.76 | £120,000 | 1,881 |
| BB12 | BURNLEY | 4.23 | £135,000 | 1,945 |
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Burnley Buy-to-Let Overview
Burnley offers an average gross rental yield of 5.2% across 3 postcode districts, with a median property price of £120,000 and typical monthly rents of £476. This is above the England average of 3.6%, making it a competitive area for buy-to-let investment.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Burnley.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Burnley?
The average gross rental yield in Burnley is 5.2%, based on 5,322 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £120,000 with typical rents of £476/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Burnley?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Burnley are BB11 (6.5%), BB10 (4.8%), and BB12 (4.2%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Burnley compare to the North West average?
Burnley averages 5.2% gross yield, above the North West average of 4.2%. With 3 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.