Category: Rental Market
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ONS Price Index of Private Rents (PIPR) – April 2024
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released its latest data on private rent prices across the UK for April 2024, providing a comprehensive overview of the current rental market. Here’s a breakdown of the key points from the report. UK Rent Trends According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) for May…
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Renters’ Dilemma – Searching for Homes Becomes a Challenge
The latest findings from The Deposit Protection Service (DPS) reveal a growing difficulty among renters in the UK to secure new rental properties. Over the last year, half of all tenants who moved encountered challenges in finding a new place to live—an increase of 8% from the previous year. This trend underscores a rental market…
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London Leads UK’s Rent Rise
London is now the frontrunner in the UK’s rental market, with record-breaking increases over the past year. However, it’s not just the capital feeling the heat; Scotland is also witnessing significant hikes in rental costs. According to the latest figures from Benham and Reeves, a leading lettings agent, rents in London have surged by an…
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Relief for Renters as Rent Arrears Decline
Recent findings by Propertymark, the professional body for estate and lettings agents, have shed light on a positive shift in the rental market—fewer tenants are now falling behind on their rent. A survey conducted among Propertymark members revealed a significant decrease in tenants facing rent arrears. As of March 2024, only 2.5% of properties managed…
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Scottish Rent Market Sees Slowdown as New Rent Control Legislation Looms
Scotland’s rental market is showing signs of stabilisation after years of steep increases, especially in bustling urban centers like Glasgow, which recently reported a moderate 3.5% annual rise in rents. This cooling trend comes at a pivotal moment, as the Scottish Parliament deliberates over the new Housing (Scotland) Bill, aimed at imposing stricter rent controls…
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Rent Prices Rise Across the UK – Is an End in Sight?
The UK’s rental market has seen a significant increase in costs, with the average rent now nearing £1,300 a month, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase. This trend is unfolding as the Renters Reform Bill continues its journey through the legislative process, sparking concerns and calls for urgent governmental action. The Rising Cost of Renting…
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UK Rent Prices Rise, Reveals New Data
A recent report by Goodlord’s Rental Index shows rent prices across the UK have seen a significant increase, with April figures showing a 5.7% rise compared to the same period last year. This rise in rental costs is affecting various regions differently, with the South West experiencing the sharpest increase. The average rent for a…
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UK Rental Market Crisis – 50,000 Homes Needed to Restore Balance
The UK’s rental market is in a crunch with a dire need for 50,000 rental homes to alleviate a persisting shortage and return supply to pre-pandemic levels, according to recent findings from Rightmove. Despite a gradual improvement, the current situation remains challenging for many tenants facing high rents. In an environment where tenants have been…
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Inverness Rental Market Squeeze Pushes Tenants to the Brink
Inverness is facing a severe shortage of rental properties, causing a major headache for locals looking to find a home. The property website Rightmove has revealed a startling figure: only seven rental properties are currently available in the entire city. This scarcity has forced one local letting agency to suspend viewings for a property within…
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Renters Hunkering Down Longer As Costs Soar
As rental prices rise, new research reveals that tenants across the UK are choosing to remain in their current homes for significantly longer periods than before. According to a recent study by The Deposit Protection Service (DPS), the average length of tenancy has seen a notable increase, extending the time renters dwell in a single…