3.1% Below average

Rental Yield in SP7 — SHAFTESBURY

Rent data based on Dorset local authority median. Our methodology

Below average ↓ below South West average (3.2%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)
£325,000
Median Price
£850
Monthly Rent
3.1%
Gross Yield
891
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £470,000 354
Semi-detached £290,000 195
Terraced £230,000 221
Flat £159,500 74
Other £720,000 47

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare SP7 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
SP8 GILLINGHAM 3.78 £270,000 £850
DT10 STURMINSTER NEWTON 3.04 £335,000 £850
DT11 BLANDFORD FORUM 3.04 £335,000 £850
SP3 SALISBURY 2.37 £430,000 £850

SP7 is part of Dorset. View all postcode districts in Dorset.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in SP7?

SP7 has a gross rental yield of 3.1%. The median property price is £325,000 with typical monthly rents of £850, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is SP7 a good area for buy-to-let?

SP7 yields 3.1%, 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 SP7?

The median property price in SP7 is £325,000, based on 891 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £345,000 across Dorset as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026