N4Hackney

Finsbury Park & Stroud Green

Finsbury Park & Stroud Green investment guide. Average gross yield 4.5%, landlord's market rental demand.

4.5%avg gross yield

£546kavg sold price (637 sales, 12mo)

Landlord's marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

4.5%

+4.5% vs Hackney avg (0.0%)

Average Asking Price

£546,350

high confidence (637 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£2,647

2-bed · 3-bed £3,253 · 6.1% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£793

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in N4

1-bed

£2,032

per month

5.8% yield

2-bed

£2,647

per month

6.1% yield

3-bed

£3,253

per month

5.2% yield

4-bed

£3,545

per month

4.4% yield

Ownership mix

N4 vs UK average · 35,532 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Distinct tenure mix: 14% owned outright (19pp lower than the UK average of 33%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

13.5%(UK 32.9%)

-19.4pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

20.1%(UK 29.7%)

-9.6pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

35.5%(UK 20.3%)

+15.2pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

30.9%(UK 17.1%)

+13.8pp vs UK

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

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in N4

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	4.5%	£915,000	£3,437
Semi-detached →	2.9%	£1,437,742	£3,440
Detached →	3.2%	£1,346,942	£3,594
Flat →	6.7%	£518,031	£2,879

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About Finsbury Park & Stroud Green (N4, Hackney)

N4 attracts investors seeking strong rental yields in an increasingly popular north London location. With a landlord's market, competitive average gross yields of 4.5%, and particularly strong 2-bedroom performance at 6.1%, the area offers reliable rental income streams across multiple property types.

The tenant demographic is predominantly young professionals and small families drawn to N4's transport links, green spaces, and vibrant local amenities. 1 and 2-bedroom properties command premium yields (5.8-6.1%), reflecting sustained demand from professionals working across central London, making these the most attractive investment categories.

Investors should note the yield compression at larger properties—4-bedroom units yield just 4.4% despite £3,545 monthly rents—suggesting oversupply in the premium segment. Property valuations around £546,350 average are firm; careful unit selection and tenant vetting remain essential given the competitive buy-to-let market.

Sold Price Trend - N4

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

-2.6% over 2 years

Flip Activity - N4

Same-property resales within 18 months, last 24 months

No flips meeting our 15% uplift threshold recorded in N4 over the last 24 months.

Planning & Licensing - N4

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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