2.6% Below average

Rental Yield in DT2 — DORCHESTER

Rent data based on Dorset local authority median. Our methodology

Below average ↓ below South West average (3.2%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)
£385,000
Median Price
£850
Monthly Rent
2.6%
Gross Yield
1,111
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £500,000 472
Semi-detached £342,000 273
Terraced £299,000 223
Flat £174,500 58
Other £550,000 85

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare DT2 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
DT1 DORCHESTER 3.24 £315,000 £850
DT3 WEYMOUTH 2.96 £345,000 £850
DT4 WEYMOUTH 4 £255,000 £850
DT9 SHERBORNE 3.09 £330,000 £850
DT5 PORTLAND 4.43 £230,000 £850

DT2 is part of Dorset. View all postcode districts in Dorset.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in DT2?

DT2 has a gross rental yield of 2.6%. The median property price is £385,000 with typical monthly rents of £850, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is DT2 a good area for buy-to-let?

DT2 yields 2.6%, below the England average of 3.6%. The area may offer stronger capital growth. Compare with other postcodes in Dorset for alternatives.

What is the median property price in DT2?

The median property price in DT2 is £385,000, based on 1,111 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £345,000 across Dorset as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026