Becoming a landlord in Earl’s Court could be a smart investment, but will set you back over a million pounds

That’s according to lettings management platform Howsy, who have looked at areas receiving government investment that could see demand grow.

Earl’s Court has an average monthly rent of just over £2,200, but only a 2.4% yield.

Best in England is Liverpool Ten Streets, which can yield 6.4% for a just over £120,000 house price.