2.4% Below average

Rental Yield in WD1 — WATFORD

Low confidence: fewer than 30 transactions in the last 3 years.

Rent data based on Watford local authority median. Our methodology

Below average ↓ below East of England average (3.3%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)
£650,000
Median Price
£1,275
Monthly Rent
2.4%
Gross Yield
1
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Other £650,000 1

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare WD1 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
WD18 WATFORD 4.08 £375,000 £1,275
WD17 WATFORD 3.87 £395,000 £1,275
WD19 WATFORD 3.76 £445,000 £1,395
WD24 WATFORD 3.85 £397,000 £1,275
WD23 BUSHEY 3.07 £527,500 £1,350

WD1 is part of Watford. View all postcode districts in Watford.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in WD1?

WD1 has a gross rental yield of 2.4%. The median property price is £650,000 with typical monthly rents of £1,275, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is WD1 a good area for buy-to-let?

WD1 yields 2.4%, below the England average of 3.6%. The area may offer stronger capital growth. Compare with other postcodes in Watford for alternatives.

What is the median property price in WD1?

The median property price in WD1 is £650,000, based on 1 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £466,500 across Watford as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026