Rental Yields Rising in the South West | Buy-to-Let Mortgage Advice for Bournemouth Landlords

Rental yields across England and Wales continued to climb through Q3 2025, according to Fleet Mortgages’ latest Buy-to-Let Rental Barometer. And the South West — including Bournemouth, Poole, and wider Dorset — stands out as one of the strongest regions for landlord returns.

For property investors and landlords in Bournemouth, this presents a key opportunity to grow or refinance portfolios while demand remains high and mortgage pricing becomes more competitive.

📈 The South West Leads Growth in Rental Yields

Fleet’s research compared Q3 2024 to Q3 2025 and found yields have stayed strong nationwide, with the South West showing some of the biggest improvements.

• South West: Yields rose to 7%, marking one of the largest annual increases in England and Wales.

• East Anglia: Close behind at 6.6%, also trending upward.

• Wales and Yorkshire & Humberside: Both performing strongly at 8.2%.

  
  

For landlords in Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch, this reinforces what’s been evident for months — rental demand remains incredibly strong, and property prices, while higher than average, still offer better long-term yield potential than much of the South East.

The combination of lower purchase prices and limited housing supply across the South West is helping local landlords achieve consistent returns and attract quality tenants.

💷 Bournemouth Rental Market: Strong Demand, Rising Rents

Fleet’s data shows that average monthly rents increased by 3.2% in Q3, with double-digit annual rises in some regions.

Locally, the Bournemouth rental market mirrors this national trend. Tenant demand continues to exceed supply — especially for modern family homes, seaside apartments, and properties near major employers and universities.

As rental supply tightens, more tenants are moving from London and the South East to the South Coast, drawn by lifestyle, value, and transport connectivity. This inward migration keeps yields in Bournemouth and Poole buoyant, supporting ongoing capital growth for investors.

🧾 More Landlords Going Limited Company

Fleet Mortgages also reported a surge in professional and portfolio landlords:

• 81% of buy-to-let applications now come from limited company structures.

• 61% of applications were from landlords with four or more properties.

• 23% were from those with 15+ properties, up from 16% in Q2.

  
  

We’re seeing the same trend locally. Many landlords in Bournemouth are restructuring portfolios into limited companies, refinancing existing buy-to-lets, and expanding holdings while rates remain competitive.

This approach can help improve tax efficiency and make it easier to secure future funding.

🏠 What This Means for Landlords in Bournemouth and Dorset

The Q3 data highlights that the South West is now one of the UK’s most resilient and profitable regions for buy-to-let investment.

For landlords and investors in Bournemouth, this means:

• Higher potential yields compared with many southern markets.

• Sustained tenant demand across the region.

• Favourable mortgage pricing, following recent rate cuts.

• Opportunity to refinance existing properties for better terms.

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If you’re considering expanding or optimising your buy-to-let portfolio, now is the time to review your strategy — particularly with the right buy-to-let mortgage advice tailored to your situation.

📞 Speak to a Local Mortgage Expert

At Bournemouth Mortgages, we specialise in helping landlords and investors across Bournemouth, Poole, and Dorset secure the best buy-to-let mortgage solutions for their goals.

Whether you’re:

• Refinancing your existing portfolio

• Purchasing your next investment

• Or exploring limited company buy-to-let options

… our expert advice can help you maximise your yields and build a sustainable property portfolio.

👉 Get in touch with Bournemouth Mortgages today to discuss your buy-to-let options.