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Rental yield in Burnley
Burnley has one of the highest average gross rental yields in England and Wales. Relatively affordable prices against solid rents put it near the top of 316 areas for income return.
Over the past year, average prices in Burnley rose 2.6% and average rents rose 3.2%.
Gross yield
5.8%
Average price
£129,556
↑ +2.6% / yr
Average rent
£622/mo
↑ +3.2% / yr
National rank
#18 of 316
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Common questions
Is Burnley a good place to buy to let?
On income alone it is among the strongest areas in England and Wales, at a 5.8% average gross yield. High-yield areas tend to see slower price growth, so it suits investors who value monthly income over long-term capital gains.
Are rents rising in Burnley?
Over the past year, average rents in Burnley rose 3.2% and average prices rose 2.6% (HM Land Registry and ONS, to 2026-05).
What is a good rental yield in the UK?
As a rough guide, under 4% is low, 5 to 6% is typical, and above 6.5% is high. Burnley is at 5.8%.
Gross yield = annual rent divided by average price. Average price: HM Land Registry UK HPI (01/04/2026). Average rent: ONS Price Index of Private Rents (2026-05). Local-authority averages across all property types, indicative only. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Not investment advice.