Buy-to-Let Yields in Oxford
4 postcode districts | Best: OX4 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Oxford is 3.6% in 2026. This is based on 4,710 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £470,000 and rents for £1,400 a month. The best postcode is OX4.
Best Postcode Districts in Oxford
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OX4 | OXFORD | 4.2 | £400,000 | 1,505 |
| OX3 | OXFORD | 3.82 | £440,000 | 1,303 |
| OX1 | OXFORD | 3.57 | £470,000 | 533 |
| OX2 | OXFORD | 2.85 | £589,800 | 1,369 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Oxford Buy-to-Let Overview
Oxford offers an average gross rental yield of 3.6% across 4 postcode districts, with a median property price of £470,000 and typical monthly rents of £1,400. 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 Oxford.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Oxford?
The average gross rental yield in Oxford is 3.6%, based on 4,710 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £470,000 with typical rents of £1,400/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Oxford?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Oxford are OX4 (4.2%), OX3 (3.8%), and OX1 (3.6%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Oxford compare to the South East average?
Oxford averages 3.6% gross yield, above the South East average of 3.3%. With 4 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.