5.9% Average

Rental Yield in LE1 — LEICESTER

Rent data based on Leicester UA local authority median. Our methodology

Average ↑ above East Midlands average (3.5%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)
£147,497
Median Price
£728
Monthly Rent
5.9%
Gross Yield
374
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £330,000 1
Semi-detached £240,500 3
Terraced £258,000 20
Flat £118,250 226
Other £588,000 124

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare LE1 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
LE87 LEICESTER 0.17 £5,000,000 £728
LE5 LEICESTER 3.28 £266,000 £728
LE2 LEICESTER 3.49 £250,000 £728
LE4 LEICESTER 3.4 £257,000 £728

LE1 is part of Leicester UA. View all postcode districts in Leicester UA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in LE1?

LE1 has a gross rental yield of 5.9%. The median property price is £147,497 with typical monthly rents of £728, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is LE1 a good area for buy-to-let?

LE1 yields 5.9%, above the England average of 3.6%. With 374 transactions over 3 years, the data is reliable.

What is the median property price in LE1?

The median property price in LE1 is £147,497, based on 374 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £257,000 across Leicester UA as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026