4.2% Average

Buy-to-Let Yields in Wakefield

10 postcode districts | Best: WF9 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

Average ↑ above Yorkshire and The Humber average (4.0%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)
4.2%
Average Yield
£194,000
Median Price
£650
Monthly Rent
14,083
Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in Wakefield

Postcode Area Yield Median Price Sales (3yr)
WF9 PONTEFRACT 5.03 £155,000 1,596
WF10 CASTLEFORD 4.53 £172,250 2,272
WF11 KNOTTINGLEY 4.44 £175,745 804
WF6 NORMANTON 4.43 £176,000 859
WF7 PONTEFRACT 4.11 £190,000 958

Wakefield Buy-to-Let Overview

Wakefield offers an average gross rental yield of 4.2% across 10 postcode districts, with a median property price of £194,000 and typical monthly rents of £650. 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 Wakefield?

The average gross rental yield in Wakefield is 4.2%, based on 14,083 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £194,000 with typical rents of £650/month.

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

The highest-yielding postcodes in Wakefield are WF9 (5.0%), WF10 (4.5%), and WF11 (4.4%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does Wakefield compare to the Yorkshire and The Humber average?

Wakefield averages 4.2% gross yield, above the Yorkshire and The Humber average of 4.0%. With 10 postcode districts to choose from, investors can find competitive buy-to-let returns in the area.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026