3.5% Below average

Buy-to-Let Yields in Islington

8 postcode districts | Best: N7 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

Below average ↑ above London average (3.5%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)
3.5%
Average Yield
£700,000
Median Price
£2,025
Monthly Rent
7,159
Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in Islington

Postcode ↕ Area ↕ Yield ↕ Median Price ↕ Sales (3yr) ↕
N7 LONDON 4.34 £560,000 1,233
N19 LONDON 4.08 £595,000 863
EC1Y LONDON 3.7 £657,500 92
N1 LONDON 3.67 £662,500 2,873
N5 LONDON 3.47 £700,000 873
EC1M LONDON 3.08 £790,000 128
EC1V LONDON 2.93 £830,000 919
EC1R LONDON 2.7 £898,750 178
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Islington Buy-to-Let Overview

Islington offers an average gross rental yield of 3.5% across 8 postcode districts, with a median property price of £700,000 and typical monthly rents of £2,025. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Islington can offer stronger returns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rental yield in Islington?

The average gross rental yield in Islington is 3.5%, based on 7,159 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £700,000 with typical rents of £2,025/month.

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

The highest-yielding postcodes in Islington are N7 (4.3%), N19 (4.1%), and EC1Y (3.7%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does Islington compare to the London average?

Islington averages 3.5% gross yield, above the London average of 3.5%. With 8 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026