BS7Bristol, City of

Cotham & Redland Heights

Cotham & Redland Heights investment guide. Average gross yield 7.3%, balanced market rental demand.

7.3%avg gross yield

£411kavg sold price (575 sales, 12mo)

Balanced marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated April 2026

Average Gross Yield

7.3%

+1.0% vs Bristol, City of avg (6.3%)

Average Asking Price

£411,306

high confidence (575 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,497

2-bed · 3-bed £1,954 · 5.5% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£421

City avg £352/sqft · 69 above average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in BS7

1-bed

£994

per month

5.0% yield

2-bed

£1,497

per month

5.5% yield

3-bed

£1,954

per month

5.7% yield

4-bed

£2,462

per month

5.5% yield

Ownership mix

BS7 vs UK average · 22,977 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Landlord-heavy: 28% privately rented (btl) (8pp higher than the UK average of 20%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

25.8%(UK 32.9%)

-7.1pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

31.7%(UK 29.7%)

+2.0pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

28.3%(UK 20.3%)

+8.0pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

14.2%(UK 17.1%)

-2.9pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in BS7

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	4.6%	£485,000	£1,842
Semi-detached →	5.7%	£398,349	£1,886
Detached →	3.7%	£609,428	£1,889
Flat →	6.7%	£255,000	£1,428

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About Cotham & Redland Heights (BS7, Bristol, City of)

BS7 attracts investors seeking solid rental yields of 7.3%, underpinned by consistent tenant demand in a balanced market. The area's proximity to Bristol University and established amenities make it a reliable choice for buy-to-let portfolios focused on steady income rather than rapid capital appreciation.

The tenant demographic is predominantly young professionals and postgraduate students, with rental stock spanning from compact one-bedroom units (£994/month) to larger family homes (£2,462/month for four-beds). This mixed demand profile supports portfolio diversification across different property sizes and investment strategies.

Investors should note the current absence of reliable pricing data for this area, making comparable valuation analysis challenging. Market fundamentals appear sound, but due diligence on individual property valuations and local transaction history is essential before committing capital.

Sold Price Trend - BS7

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+5.3% over 2 years

Flip Activity - BS7

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+0.0%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

0 mo

Flip rate

0.0%

of all sales

Recent case studies

toronto road

Flat

Bought Aug 24

£180k

Sold Jan 25

£216k

5 mo+17.7%*

Gross 20.0%

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - BS7

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Planning restriction data not yet verified for this area.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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