Buy-to-Let Yields in Colchester
6 postcode districts | Best: CO1 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Colchester is 3.5% in 2026. This is based on 8,739 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £355,000 and rents for £900 a month. The best postcode is CO1.
Best Postcode Districts in Colchester
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO1 | COLCHESTER | 4.8 | £225,000 | 973 |
| CO2 | COLCHESTER | 3.89 | £277,750 | 1,550 |
| CO4 | COLCHESTER | 3.48 | £310,000 | 2,020 |
| CO3 | COLCHESTER | 3.04 | £355,000 | 1,561 |
| CO5 | COLCHESTER | 2.84 | £380,000 | 1,440 |
| CO6 | COLCHESTER | 2.77 | £390,000 | 1,195 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Colchester Buy-to-Let Overview
Colchester offers an average gross rental yield of 3.5% across 6 postcode districts, with a median property price of £355,000 and typical monthly rents of £900. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Colchester can offer stronger returns.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Colchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Colchester?
The average gross rental yield in Colchester is 3.5%, based on 8,739 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £355,000 with typical rents of £900/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Colchester?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Colchester are CO1 (4.8%), CO2 (3.9%), and CO4 (3.5%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Colchester compare to the East of England average?
Colchester averages 3.5% gross yield, above the East of England average of 3.3%. With 6 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.