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England’s planning framework now gives stronger in-principle support to housing near well-connected train, tram and underground stations. The change concerns planning decisions; individual proposals still need to meet the relevant…
Average advertised rents for new tenancies rose in July 2026, according to HomeLet’s Rental Index. London recorded the fastest annual increase. The figures describe the market covered by the index;…
UK private rents were 3.3% higher in June 2026 than a year earlier, according to the Office for National Statistics. The average monthly rent was £1,388. The release also shows…
Guest nights in UK short-term lets rose to 100.9 million in 2025, up 11.5%, according to ONS figures reported by Property Industry Eye. Ministers have said they are considering additional…
Propertymark’s April 2026 figures showed stronger rental demand alongside a quieter sales market. Member branches reported an average of 86 prospective tenant registrations and 12.65 rental properties available per branch.
The May 2026 RICS survey describes weak buyer demand and continued pressure on rental supply. Property Industry Eye’s coverage points to a cautious sales market alongside a shortage of available…
June reporting described a shortage of available rental homes alongside pressure on tenants’ budgets. Strong demand and affordability can exist together: interest in a property does not necessarily mean applicants…
The government published a strategy on 22 May 2026 for improving information about England’s private rented sector. It explains how surveys and other data could help assess the effect of…
Propertymark has warned that suitable private rental homes for older and disabled tenants are not keeping pace with demand. It highlighted shortages of bungalows, retirement properties and homes that can…
Barclays research reported by Property Industry Eye found that 62% of renters thought the Renters’ Rights reforms would improve housing conditions and protections. Around 45% worried about higher rents, and…
The National Residential Landlords Association is taking responsibility for The Lettings Industry Council under an agreement to bring the organisations’ work together. Property Industry Eye reported that TLIC chair Theresa…
Average rental arrears reached £2,281 in the first quarter of 2026 in figures from Reposit, reported by Property Industry Eye. Annual growth had slowed to around 2%, following much larger…