3.7% Below average

Buy-to-Let Yields in Hackney

5 postcode districts | Best: E9 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

Below average ↑ above London average (3.5%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)

3.7%

Average Yield

£575,000

Median Price

£1,850

Monthly Rent

5,101

Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in Hackney

Postcode ↕	Area ↕	Yield ↕	Median Price ↕	Sales (3yr) ↕
E9	LONDON	4.27	£520,000	851
E5	LONDON	4.19	£530,000	1,157
N16	LONDON	3.86	£575,000	1,640
E8	LONDON	3.62	£612,500	1,237
EC2A	LONDON	2.45	£905,410	216

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Hackney Buy-to-Let Overview

Hackney offers an average gross rental yield of 3.7% across 5 postcode districts, with a median property price of £575,000 and typical monthly rents of £1,850. This is above the England average of 3.6%, making it a competitive area for buy-to-let investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rental yield in Hackney?

The average gross rental yield in Hackney is 3.7%, based on 5,101 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £575,000 with typical rents of £1,850/month.

What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Hackney?

The highest-yielding postcodes in Hackney are E9 (4.3%), E5 (4.2%), and N16 (3.9%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does Hackney compare to the London average?

Hackney averages 3.7% gross yield, above the London average of 3.5%. With 5 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026