UK rents rise 3.5% as house prices stall – ONS
UK private rents have continued to rise steadily, increasing by 3.5% in the year to April 2026, while house prices have stalled, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This divergence highlights ongoing pressures within the rental market amid a more subdued housing sales environment. Rents rise across the UK […]
London lettings demand and supply rise
London’s lettings market has entered the new Renters’ Rights Act era with a notable increase in both supply and tenant demand, according to the latest data from Foxtons. Despite some fluctuations in monthly figures, the overall trend points to a resilient market as landlords and tenants adapt to the evolving legislative landscape. Supply and Demand […]
Leasehold studio investment Liverpool 2018: seeking other owners?
Investing in leasehold properties, particularly in student accommodation, can present unique challenges. A landlord who purchased a leasehold studio apartment in Liverpool in 2018 shares his experience of ongoing difficulties related to management, void periods, and council tax liabilities, highlighting issues that may resonate with other investors in similar schemes. Background of the Liverpool Leasehold […]
Leasehold studio investment Liverpool 2018: seeking other owners?
Investing in leasehold properties can present unique challenges, as one Liverpool landlord’s experience with a studio apartment purchased in 2018 illustrates. Initially marketed as student accommodation with guaranteed rental income, the investment has since encountered a series of difficulties related to management, occupancy, and financial liabilities. Background of the Investment In 2018, the landlord acquired […]
Renters leave London as commuter towns see surge in demand
Rising rental costs in London are driving a significant shift in renter demand towards commuter towns and more affordable locations outside the capital. New data reveals a notable decline in searches for rooms within London, while interest in surrounding areas is increasing sharply. Declining demand for London rentals Research from SpareRoom shows that demand for […]
Renters leave London as commuter towns see surge in demand
Recent research highlights a significant shift in rental demand away from inner London towards commuter towns and more affordable areas within reach of the capital. Rising rents and the increasing cost of living are driving renters to seek accommodation outside London, with notable growth in interest for locations offering better value and convenient transport links. […]
Scottish government urged to commit to ending homelessness
A leading homelessness charity has called on the newly re-elected Scottish government to prioritise ending homelessness within its first 100 days in office. The appeal comes amid rising figures for rough sleeping and temporary accommodation use across Scotland. Rising Homelessness Figures in Scotland Recent Scottish government data reveals that in the year to September 2025, […]
Scottish government urged to commit to ending homelessness
A leading homelessness charity has called on the next Scottish government to prioritise ending homelessness within its first 100 days in office. This appeal follows the re-election of John Swinney as First Minister, with the Scottish National Party securing the most seats in the recent parliamentary election. Rising Homelessness Figures in Scotland Recent Scottish government […]
Older renters hit by rising rents as charity calls for LHA freeze to be lifted
Rising rental costs are placing significant financial pressure on older private renters in the UK, with many spending an unsustainable proportion of their income on housing. A leading charity has called on the government to reconsider its decision to freeze Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates, warning that the current situation is increasingly unaffordable for vulnerable […]
Older renters hit by rising rents as charity calls for LHA freeze to be lifted
Rising rents are placing an increasing financial strain on older private renters, with a charity urging the government to reconsider its decision to freeze Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates. Independent Age highlights that many older tenants are spending a disproportionate share of their income on housing, exacerbating affordability challenges. Older renters face mounting housing costs […]
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