Landlord Sentiment Survey 2025
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EXCLUSIVE: 70% of UK Landlords Plan Portfolio Expansion in 2025 Despite Regulatory Headwinds
Lendlord Survey Reveals Unprecedented Resilience in £20.5bn Buy-to-Let Market
Market Headlines at a Glance
Market Confidence Defies Economic Headwinds
Key Insight: Confidence Over Fear
Despite economic and regulatory pressures, 51.9% of landlords express confidence in the UK property market, with only 16.3% showing unconfidence. This suggests underlying resilience and faith in long-term market fundamentals, contradicting widespread predictions of a landlord exodus.
Price Expectations Signal Steady Growth Trajectory
The survey data reveals tempered optimism about price growth, with landlords largely rejecting crash scenarios while maintaining realistic expectations about market appreciation. This aligns with current market data showing ↗ 2.8% annual rent growth as of April 2025, down from 6.4% the previous year, indicating a stabilising market.
Investment Strategy Evolution: From Passive to Active
Strategic Shift: Value Creation Over Market Dependence
The prominence of BRRR (Buy, Refurbish, Refinance, Rent) strategies at 29% signals a fundamental shift from passive buy-and-hold approaches. Landlords are increasingly focused on actively creating value rather than relying solely on market appreciation, demonstrating sophisticated capital recycling techniques.
Regional Yield Performance: Northern Powerhouse Delivers
| Region | Average Yield | Trend | Average Property Price | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North East | 9.3% | ↗ +1.3% | £147,000 | £739 |
| Yorkshire & Humber | 8.6% | ↗ +1.0% | £184,000 | £856 |
| North West | 8.3% | ↗ +0.8% | £198,000 | £967 |
| Scotland | 7.5% | → 0.0% | £167,000 | £854 |
| UK Average | 7.4% | ↗ +0.3% | £284,000 | £1,287 |
| Greater London | 5.8% | ↘ -0.2% | £542,000 | £2,698 |
Regulatory Challenge: Renters Reform Bill Concerns
The survey reveals widespread concern about upcoming regulatory changes, with 67.4% of landlords expressing worry about the Renters Reform Bill. This represents a significant business planning challenge, yet notably has not deterred the majority from expansion plans.
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