3.0% Below average

Rental Yield in WV5 — WOLVERHAMPTON

Rent data based on South Staffordshire local authority median. Our methodology

Below average ↓ below West Midlands average (3.5%) · ↓ below England average (3.6%)
£305,000
Median Price
£750
Monthly Rent
3.0%
Gross Yield
576
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £450,000 203
Semi-detached £270,000 218
Terraced £260,000 83
Flat £146,000 44
Other £419,000 28

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare WV5 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
DY6 KINGSWINFORD 3.2 £262,500 £700
DY3 DUDLEY 3.65 £230,000 £700
WV4 WOLVERHAMPTON 3.45 £235,000 £675
WV3 WOLVERHAMPTON 3.68 £220,000 £675
WV6 WOLVERHAMPTON 3.24 £250,000 £675

WV5 is part of South Staffordshire. View all postcode districts in South Staffordshire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in WV5?

WV5 has a gross rental yield of 3.0%. The median property price is £305,000 with typical monthly rents of £750, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is WV5 a good area for buy-to-let?

WV5 yields 3.0%, below the England average of 3.6%. The area may offer stronger capital growth. Compare with other postcodes in South Staffordshire for alternatives.

What is the median property price in WV5?

The median property price in WV5 is £305,000, based on 576 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £285,000 across South Staffordshire as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026