3.5% Below average

Buy-to-Let Yields in Lewes

5 postcode districts | Best: BN9 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

Below average ↑ above South East average (3.3%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)

3.5%

Average Yield

£375,000

Median Price

£1,100

Monthly Rent

3,981

Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in Lewes

Postcode ↕	Area ↕	Yield ↕	Median Price ↕	Sales (3yr) ↕
BN9	NEWHAVEN	4.52	£291,750	516
BN10	PEACEHAVEN	3.88	£340,000	887
BN25	SEAFORD	3.52	£375,000	1,105
BN7	LEWES	2.81	£470,000	857
BN8	LEWES	2.75	£480,000	616

Lewes Buy-to-Let Overview

Lewes offers an average gross rental yield of 3.5% across 5 postcode districts, with a median property price of £375,000 and typical monthly rents of £1,100. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Lewes can offer stronger returns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rental yield in Lewes?

The average gross rental yield in Lewes is 3.5%, based on 3,981 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £375,000 with typical rents of £1,100/month.

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

The highest-yielding postcodes in Lewes are BN9 (4.5%), BN10 (3.9%), and BN25 (3.5%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does Lewes compare to the South East average?

Lewes averages 3.5% gross yield, above the South East average of 3.3%. 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