Buy-to-Let Yields in Islington
8 postcode districts | Best: N7 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Islington is 3.5% in 2026. This is based on 7,159 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £700,000 and rents for £2,025 a month. The best postcode is N7.
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 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
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.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Islington.
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.