Buy-to-Let Yields in Dacorum
6 postcode districts | Best: HP2 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Dacorum is 2.9% in 2026. This is based on 5,809 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £545,000 and rents for £1,150 a month. The best postcode is HP2.
Best Postcode Districts in Dacorum
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP2 | HEMEL HEMPSTEAD | 3.68 | £375,000 | 1,284 |
| HP1 | HEMEL HEMPSTEAD | 3.33 | £415,000 | 954 |
| HP3 | HEMEL HEMPSTEAD | 3.21 | £429,340 | 1,187 |
| WD4 | KINGS LANGLEY | 2.53 | £545,000 | 501 |
| HP23 | TRING | 2.44 | £565,000 | 828 |
| HP4 | BERKHAMSTED | 2.19 | £630,000 | 1,055 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Dacorum Buy-to-Let Overview
Dacorum offers an average gross rental yield of 2.9% across 6 postcode districts, with a median property price of £545,000 and typical monthly rents of £1,150. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Dacorum can offer stronger returns.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Dacorum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Dacorum?
The average gross rental yield in Dacorum is 2.9%, based on 5,809 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £545,000 with typical rents of £1,150/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Dacorum?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Dacorum are HP2 (3.7%), HP1 (3.3%), and HP3 (3.2%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Dacorum compare to the East of England average?
Dacorum averages 2.9% gross yield, below the East of England average of 3.3%. While headline yields are lower, specific postcodes within the council area may outperform. Check individual postcode pages for detailed data.