4.5% Average

Buy-to-Let Yields in Southampton UA

6 postcode districts | Best: SO17 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

Average ↑ above South East average (3.3%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)
4.5%
Average Yield
£255,000
Median Price
£900
Monthly Rent
9,315
Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in Southampton UA

Postcode ↕ Area ↕ Yield ↕ Median Price ↕ Sales (3yr) ↕
SO17 SOUTHAMPTON 5.12 £211,043 1,054
SO14 SOUTHAMPTON 4.96 £217,750 916
SO15 SOUTHAMPTON 4.46 £242,000 1,809
SO19 SOUTHAMPTON 4.24 £255,000 2,060
SO18 SOUTHAMPTON 4.12 £262,000 1,463
SO16 SOUTHAMPTON 4.08 £265,000 2,013
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Southampton UA Buy-to-Let Overview

Southampton UA offers an average gross rental yield of 4.5% across 6 postcode districts, with a median property price of £255,000 and typical monthly rents of £900. 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 Southampton UA?

The average gross rental yield in Southampton UA is 4.5%, based on 9,315 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £255,000 with typical rents of £900/month.

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

The highest-yielding postcodes in Southampton UA are SO17 (5.1%), SO14 (5.0%), and SO15 (4.5%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does Southampton UA compare to the South East average?

Southampton UA averages 4.5% gross yield, above the South East average of 3.3%. With 6 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026