2.9% Below average

Buy-to-Let Yields in York UA

11 postcode districts | Best: YO24 | Data from HM Land Registry & VOA

The average gross rental yield in York UA is 2.9% in 2026. This is based on 9,125 Land Registry transactions and VOA rent data. The median property costs £320,000 and rents for £875 a month. The best postcode is YO24.

Below average ↓ below Yorkshire and The Humber average (4.0%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)
2.9%
Average Yield
£320,000
Median Price
£875
Monthly Rent
9,125
Total Transactions

Best Postcode Districts in York UA

Postcode Area Yield Median Price Sales (3yr)
YO24 YORK 3.75 £280,000 1,272
YO31 YORK 3.74 £280,493 1,462
YO10 YORK 3.62 £290,000 836
YO30 YORK 3.56 £295,000 1,108
YO32 YORK 3.33 £315,000 1,052

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York UA Buy-to-Let Overview

York UA offers an average gross rental yield of 2.9% across 11 postcode districts, with a median property price of £320,000 and typical monthly rents of £875. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific postcodes within York UA can offer stronger returns.

Use our rental yield calculator to model your own numbers for a property in York UA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rental yield in York UA?

The average gross rental yield in York UA is 2.9%, based on 9,125 property transactions and VOA rental data. Median property price is £320,000 with typical rents of £875/month.

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

The highest-yielding postcodes in York UA are YO24 (3.8%), YO31 (3.7%), and YO10 (3.6%). These areas offer the strongest returns relative to property prices.

How does York UA compare to the Yorkshire and The Humber average?

York UA averages 2.9% gross yield, below the Yorkshire and The Humber average of 4.0%. While headline yields are lower, specific postcodes within the council area may outperform. Check individual postcode pages for detailed data.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026