Buy-to-Let Yields in Gloucester
3 postcode districts | Best: GL1 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Gloucester is 4.0% in 2026. This is based on 6,697 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £264,048 and rents for £795 a month. The best postcode is GL1.
Best Postcode Districts in Gloucester
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL1 | GLOUCESTER | 5.02 | £190,000 | 1,735 |
| GL4 | GLOUCESTER | 3.61 | £264,048 | 1,890 |
| GL2 | GLOUCESTER | 3.29 | £290,000 | 3,072 |
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Gloucester Buy-to-Let Overview
Gloucester offers an average gross rental yield of 4.0% across 3 postcode districts, with a median property price of £264,048 and typical monthly rents of £795. 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 Gloucester.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Gloucester?
The average gross rental yield in Gloucester is 4.0%, based on 6,697 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £264,048 with typical rents of £795/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Gloucester?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Gloucester are GL1 (5.0%), GL4 (3.6%), and GL2 (3.3%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Gloucester compare to the South West average?
Gloucester averages 4.0% gross yield, above the South West average of 3.2%. With 3 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.