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Best London Areas for Buy-to-Let Yield in 2026
Where to find 5%+ gross rental yield in London — outer-zone hotspots, regeneration plays, and student-driven submarkets.
February 16, 2026 · 8 min read
Yield in London means leaving the centre. The math is straightforward — outer-zone postcodes deliver 5–6%+ gross, PCL rarely exceeds 3%.
Where to look
- Stratford & E20
- Walthamstow & E17
- Croydon CR0
- Woolwich & SE18
- Wembley HA9
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What is a good rental yield in London?
Anything above 5% gross is considered strong; outer zones can achieve 6–7% on well-selected stock.