Buy-to-Let Yields in Ipswich
4 postcode districts | Best: IP2 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Ipswich is 3.9% in 2026. This is based on 5,496 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £245,000 and rents for £772 a month. The best postcode is IP2.
Best Postcode Districts in Ipswich
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP2 | IPSWICH | 4.21 | £220,000 | 1,005 |
| IP1 | IPSWICH | 3.93 | £236,000 | 1,621 |
| IP3 | IPSWICH | 3.78 | £245,000 | 1,223 |
| IP4 | IPSWICH | 3.71 | £250,000 | 1,647 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Ipswich Buy-to-Let Overview
Ipswich offers an average gross rental yield of 3.9% across 4 postcode districts, with a median property price of £245,000 and typical monthly rents of £772. 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 Ipswich.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Ipswich?
The average gross rental yield in Ipswich is 3.9%, based on 5,496 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £245,000 with typical rents of £772/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Ipswich?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Ipswich are IP2 (4.2%), IP1 (3.9%), and IP3 (3.8%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Ipswich compare to the East of England average?
Ipswich averages 3.9% gross yield, above the East of England average of 3.3%. With 4 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.