Best Rental Yields in East of England 2026
45 local authorities · 243 postcode districts
East of England has an average gross rental yield of 3.3% across 45 local authorities and 243 postcode districts. While below the England average of 3.6%, specific councils within the region outperform significantly.
Local Authorities in East of England by Yield
| Council ↕ | Avg Yield ↕ | Median Price ↕ | Monthly Rent ↕ | Postcodes ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Suffolk | 4.18 | £305,000 | £1,050 | 8 |
| Norwich | 4 | £250,000 | £825 | 5 |
| Ipswich | 3.91 | £245,000 | £772 | 4 |
| Fenland | 3.84 | £235,000 | £738 | 4 |
| Great Yarmouth | 3.83 | £215,000 | £650 | 3 |
| Thurrock UA | 3.82 | £325,000 | £995 | 7 |
| Peterborough UA | 3.78 | £225,000 | £775 | 6 |
| Castle Point | 3.67 | £384,000 | £1,050 | 2 |
| Stevenage | 3.65 | £340,000 | £1,025 | 2 |
| Basildon | 3.64 | £365,000 | £1,095 | 8 |
| Tendring | 3.61 | £280,000 | £850 | 7 |
| Colchester | 3.47 | £355,000 | £900 | 6 |
| Breckland | 3.45 | £263,000 | £775 | 7 |
| Luton UA | 3.42 | £305,000 | £850 | 4 |
| Huntingdonshire | 3.41 | £310,000 | £875 | 5 |
| Three Rivers | 3.4 | £445,000 | £1,395 | 3 |
| Braintree | 3.38 | £330,000 | £975 | 5 |
| King’s Lynn and West Norfolk | 3.37 | £265,000 | £750 | 9 |
| Broadland | 3.36 | £285,000 | £800 | 5 |
| Chelmsford | 3.35 | £372,500 | £1,100 | 3 |
| South Norfolk | 3.32 | £317,500 | £850 | 6 |
| Southend-on-Sea UA | 3.31 | £302,500 | £875 | 5 |
| Mid Suffolk | 3.23 | £340,000 | £875 | 5 |
| Rochford | 3.19 | £410,000 | £1,050 | 3 |
| Maldon | 3.17 | £370,000 | £950 | 2 |
| Broxbourne | 3.16 | £462,500 | £1,150 | 4 |
| Central Bedfordshire UA | 3.16 | £360,000 | £945 | 9 |
| Epping Forest | 3.15 | £496,250 | £1,325 | 7 |
| South Cambridgeshire | 3.15 | £450,000 | £1,195 | 6 |
| Harlow | 3.12 | £335,000 | £1,050 | 5 |
| Cambridge | 3.08 | £500,000 | £1,300 | 3 |
| Watford | 3.06 | £466,500 | £1,275 | 6 |
| East Hertfordshire | 3.05 | £455,000 | £1,190 | 8 |
| East Cambridgeshire | 3.04 | £340,000 | £875 | 3 |
| Babergh | 3.02 | £340,000 | £825 | 4 |
| Brentwood | 3 | £523,800 | £1,250 | 4 |
| North Hertfordshire | 2.96 | £435,000 | £1,025 | 6 |
| Bedford UA | 2.92 | £330,000 | £850 | 5 |
| Dacorum | 2.9 | £545,000 | £1,150 | 6 |
| Hertsmere | 2.9 | £550,000 | £1,350 | 4 |
| Welwyn Hatfield | 2.9 | £495,000 | £1,150 | 5 |
| Uttlesford | 2.87 | £460,000 | £1,100 | 5 |
| St Albans | 2.73 | £605,000 | £1,384 | 5 |
| North Norfolk | 2.7 | £317,500 | £730 | 10 |
| East Suffolk | 2.65 | £325,000 | £680 | 14 |
City Buy-to-Let Guides in East of England
Counties in East of England
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in East of England?
The average gross rental yield across East of England is 3.3%, covering 45 local authorities and 243 postcode districts. Data is calculated from Land Registry prices and VOA rental statistics.
What are the best areas for buy-to-let in East of England?
The highest-yielding councils in East of England are West Suffolk (4.2%), Norwich (4.0%), and Ipswich (3.9%). These areas typically offer lower property prices relative to rents.
How does East of England compare to the rest of England for rental yields?
East of England averages 3.3% gross yield, below the England average of 3.6%. While yields are lower, the region may offer stronger capital growth potential and tenant stability.