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King's Cross & Angel

King's Cross & Angel investment guide. Average gross yield 4.7%, landlord's market rental demand.

4.7%avg gross yield
£650kavg sold price (935 sales, 12mo)
Landlord's marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
4.7%
+4.7% vs Camden avg (0.0%)
Average Asking Price
£650,000
high confidence (935 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£3,352
2-bed · 3-bed £3,815 · 6.1% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£983
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in N1
1-bed
£2,498
per month
6.7% yield
2-bed
£3,352
per month
6.1% yield
3-bed
£3,815
per month
4.6% yield
4-bed
£5,297
per month
4.2% yield
Ownership mix
N1 vs UK average · 56,032 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
High social-rent share: 40% socially rented (23pp higher than the UK average of 17%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
10.6%(UK 32.9%)
-22.3pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
15.9%(UK 29.7%)
-13.8pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
33.3%(UK 20.3%)
+13.0pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
40.2%(UK 17.1%)
+23.1pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in N1
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced2.9%£1,670,930£4,098
Semi-detached2.5%£2,129,597£4,462
Detached2.6%£1,756,822£3,868
Flat6.8%£579,597£3,278

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About King's Cross & Angel (N1, Camden)

N1 attracts investors seeking strong rental yields in a landlord's market, with an average gross yield of 4.7% and asking prices around £650,000. The area has undergone significant regeneration, particularly around King's Cross, creating genuine long-term demand from both tenants and capital appreciation potential.

The tenant mix skews heavily towards young professionals and families, with particularly strong demand for 1-bed and 2-bed properties (yielding 6.7% and 6.1% respectively). Larger units command lower yields, suggesting limited family-focused lettings compared to studio and one-bedroom conversions that dominate the investment landscape.

Investors should note that 3-bed and 4-bed yields drop significantly (4.6% and 4.2%), indicating softer demand for larger properties relative to asking prices. Additionally, the area's continued gentrification and ongoing development mean local character and tenant demographics could shift, affecting long-term rental appeal and void rates.

Sold Price Trend - N1
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
-30.5% over 2 years
Flip Activity - N1
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
4
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+25.8%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
9 mo
Flip rate
0.2%
of all sales
Recent case studies
thornhill road
Flat
Bought Dec 25
£338k
Sold Feb 26
£450k
2 mo+33.1%
new north road
Flat
Bought Mar 25
£422k
Sold Jan 26
£495k
10 mo+15.2%*
Gross 17.4%
liverpool road
Flat
Bought Nov 24
£380k
Sold Jul 25
£485k
9 mo+20.6%*
Gross 27.6%
twyford street
Flat
Bought Oct 23
£420k
Sold Nov 24
£535k
12 mo+31.1%*
Gross 27.4%
* 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 - N1
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
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.
Selective LicensingNot in effect
Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect
Article 4 directions cover parts of Camden. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.
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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