3.8% Below average
Rental Yield in WF8 — PONTEFRACT
Rent data based on Wakefield local authority median. Our methodology
Below average ↓ below Yorkshire and The Humber average (4.0%)
· ↑ above England average (3.6%)
£205,375
Median Price
£650
Monthly Rent
3.8%
Gross Yield
1,524
Transactions (3yr)
Price by Property Type
| Type | Median Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | £315,000 | 410 |
| Semi-detached | £192,500 | 702 |
| Terraced | £150,000 | 257 |
| Flat | £90,000 | 89 |
| Other | £250,000 | 66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rental yield in WF8?
WF8 has a gross rental yield of 3.8%. The median property price is £205,375 with typical monthly rents of £650, based on Land Registry and VOA data.
Is WF8 a good area for buy-to-let?
WF8 yields 3.8%, above the England average of 3.6%. With 1,524 transactions over 3 years, the data is reliable.
What is the median property price in WF8?
The median property price in WF8 is £205,375, based on 1,524 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £194,000 across Wakefield as a whole.
Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026