3.7% Below average

Buy-to-Let Yields in Tower Hamlets

6 postcode districts | Best: E3 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

Below average ↑ above London average (3.5%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)
3.7%
Average Yield
£520,000
Median Price
£1,900
Monthly Rent
8,812
Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in Tower Hamlets

Postcode Area Yield Median Price Sales (3yr)
E3 LONDON 5.3 £430,000 1,802
E1 LONDON 4.65 £490,000 1,569
E14 LONDON 4.56 £500,000 3,700
E2 LONDON 4.38 £520,000 1,118
E1W LONDON 3.21 £710,000 621
E22 LONDON 0.04 £61,313,556 2
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Tower Hamlets Buy-to-Let Overview

Tower Hamlets offers an average gross rental yield of 3.7% across 6 postcode districts, with a median property price of £520,000 and typical monthly rents of £1,900. 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 Tower Hamlets?

The average gross rental yield in Tower Hamlets is 3.7%, based on 8,812 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £520,000 with typical rents of £1,900/month.

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

The highest-yielding postcodes in Tower Hamlets are E3 (5.3%), E1 (4.7%), and E14 (4.6%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does Tower Hamlets compare to the London average?

Tower Hamlets averages 3.7% gross yield, above the London average of 3.5%. 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