Buy-to-Let Yields in Southwark
7 postcode districts | Best: SE5 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA
The average gross rental yield in Southwark is 3.9% in 2026. This is based on 9,588 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £585,000 and rents for £1,820 a month. The best postcode is SE5.
Best Postcode Districts in Southwark
| Postcode ↕ | Area ↕ | Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Sales (3yr) ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE5 | LONDON | 4.6 | £475,000 | 1,295 |
| SE16 | LONDON | 4.55 | £480,500 | 1,432 |
| SE15 | LONDON | 4.37 | £500,000 | 1,697 |
| SE17 | LONDON | 3.73 | £585,000 | 943 |
| SE1 | LONDON | 3.52 | £620,000 | 2,400 |
| SE22 | LONDON | 3.49 | £625,000 | 1,326 |
| SE21 | LONDON | 3.12 | £700,000 | 495 |
Check the stamp duty guide before making an offer on any of these postcodes.
Southwark Buy-to-Let Overview
Southwark offers an average gross rental yield of 3.9% across 7 postcode districts, with a median property price of £585,000 and typical monthly rents of £1,820. 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 Southwark.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Southwark?
The average gross rental yield in Southwark is 3.9%, based on 9,588 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £585,000 with typical rents of £1,820/month.
What are the best postcodes for buy-to-let in Southwark?
The highest-yielding postcodes in Southwark are SE5 (4.6%), SE16 (4.5%), and SE15 (4.4%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.
How does Southwark compare to the London average?
Southwark averages 3.9% gross yield, above the London average of 3.5%. With 7 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.