Buy-to-Let Yields in Shropshire UA
26 postcode districts | Best: LL14 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Shropshire UA is 3.1% in 2026. This is based on 16,499 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £275,000 and rents for £695 a month. The best postcode is LL14.
Best Postcode Districts in Shropshire UA
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LL14 | WREXHAM | 4.91 | £170,000 | 1,047 |
| SY1 | SHREWSBURY | 3.88 | £215,000 | 1,118 |
| SY11 | OSWESTRY | 3.85 | £216,500 | 1,187 |
| SY21 | WELSHPOOL | 3.55 | £235,000 | 564 |
| TF12 | BROSELEY | 3.55 | £235,000 | 181 |
| LD7 | KNIGHTON | 3.36 | £248,000 | 156 |
| SY12 | ELLESMERE | 3.34 | £249,995 | 412 |
| TF9 | MARKET DRAYTON | 3.27 | £255,000 | 1,204 |
| SY13 | WHITCHURCH | 3.21 | £260,000 | 1,014 |
| SY15 | MONTGOMERY | 3.21 | £260,000 | 196 |
| WV16 | BRIDGNORTH | 3.15 | £265,000 | 682 |
| TF11 | SHIFNAL | 3.11 | £267,750 | 484 |
| WV15 | BRIDGNORTH | 3.06 | £272,500 | 321 |
| SY22 | LLANYMYNECH | 3.03 | £275,000 | 326 |
| SY8 | LUDLOW | 2.98 | £280,000 | 857 |
| SY2 | SHREWSBURY | 2.96 | £281,725 | 1,130 |
| SY9 | BISHOPS CASTLE | 2.88 | £290,000 | 97 |
| SY3 | SHREWSBURY | 2.87 | £290,750 | 1,702 |
| SY10 | OSWESTRY | 2.75 | £303,500 | 594 |
| WV7 | WOLVERHAMPTON | 2.71 | £308,000 | 275 |
| SY4 | SHREWSBURY | 2.69 | £310,000 | 1,066 |
| SY5 | SHREWSBURY | 2.69 | £310,000 | 795 |
| SY7 | CRAVEN ARMS | 2.61 | £320,000 | 409 |
| DY14 | KIDDERMINSTER | 2.38 | £350,000 | 250 |
| SY6 | CHURCH STRETTON | 2.17 | £385,000 | 287 |
| TF13 | MUCH WENLOCK | 2.15 | £387,500 | 145 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Shropshire UA Buy-to-Let Overview
Shropshire UA offers an average gross rental yield of 3.1% across 26 postcode districts, with a median property price of £275,000 and typical monthly rents of £695. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within Shropshire UA can offer stronger returns.
Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in Shropshire UA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Shropshire UA?
The average gross rental yield in Shropshire UA is 3.1%, based on 16,499 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £275,000 with typical rents of £695/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Shropshire UA?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Shropshire UA are LL14 (4.9%), SY1 (3.9%), and SY11 (3.9%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Shropshire UA compare to the West Midlands average?
Shropshire UA averages 3.1% gross yield, below the West Midlands average of 3.5%. While headline yields are lower, specific postcodes within the council area may outperform. Check individual postcode pages for detailed data.