3.8% Below average

Buy-to-Let Yields in Lewisham

8 postcode districts | Best: SE8 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

Below average ↑ above London average (3.5%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)
3.8%
Average Yield
£443,000
Median Price
£1,425
Monthly Rent
8,961
Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in Lewisham

Postcode ↕ Area ↕ Yield ↕ Median Price ↕ Sales (3yr) ↕
SE8 LONDON 4.23 £404,500 761
SE14 LONDON 4.02 £425,000 758
SE13 LONDON 3.93 £435,000 1,595
SE6 LONDON 3.93 £435,000 1,572
SE12 LONDON 3.86 £443,000 815
SE26 LONDON 3.8 £450,000 1,137
SE23 LONDON 3.6 £475,000 1,330
SE4 LONDON 3.11 £550,000 993
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Lewisham Buy-to-Let Overview

Lewisham offers an average gross rental yield of 3.8% across 8 postcode districts, with a median property price of £443,000 and typical monthly rents of £1,425. 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 Lewisham?

The average gross rental yield in Lewisham is 3.8%, based on 8,961 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £443,000 with typical rents of £1,425/month.

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

The highest-yielding postcodes in Lewisham are SE8 (4.2%), SE14 (4.0%), and SE13 (3.9%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does Lewisham compare to the London average?

Lewisham averages 3.8% 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