Buy-to-Let Yields in Forest of Dean
7 postcode districts | Best: GL14 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Forest of Dean is 2.9% in 2026. This is based on 4,419 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £292,500 and rents for £695 a month. The best postcode is GL14.
Best Postcode Districts in Forest of Dean
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL14 | CINDERFORD | 3.48 | £240,000 | 576 |
| GL15 | LYDNEY | 3.21 | £260,000 | 975 |
| GL16 | COLEFORD | 3.09 | £270,000 | 607 |
| GL17 | MITCHELDEAN | 2.85 | £292,500 | 440 |
| GL18 | NEWENT | 2.83 | £295,000 | 413 |
| NP16 | CHEPSTOW | 2.61 | £319,975 | 1,060 |
| GL19 | GLOUCESTER | 1.98 | £421,200 | 348 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Forest of Dean Buy-to-Let Overview
Forest of Dean offers an average gross rental yield of 2.9% across 7 postcode districts, with a median property price of £292,500 and typical monthly rents of £695. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Forest of Dean can offer stronger returns.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Forest of Dean.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Forest of Dean?
The average gross rental yield in Forest of Dean is 2.9%, based on 4,419 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £292,500 with typical rents of £695/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Forest of Dean?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Forest of Dean are GL14 (3.5%), GL15 (3.2%), and GL16 (3.1%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Forest of Dean compare to the South West average?
Forest of Dean averages 2.9% gross yield, below the South West average of 3.2%. While headline yields are lower, specific postcodes within the council area may outperform. Check individual postcode pages for detailed data.