Executive Data Summary
Analysis of UK rental market dynamics reveals 58.5% of landlords increased rents in the past 12 months, while 72% monitor Renters' Rights Bill impact, creating a market characterised by continued rent growth amid legislative uncertainty.
58.5%
Landlords increased rents in past 12 months
72.8%
Properties fully let (0% vacancy rate)
£1,959.78
Highest average rent (Greater London)
72%
Monitoring Renters' Rights Bill impact
Complete Survey Results & Methodology
No, I have not increased rents
Yes, I increased rents for some properties
Yes, I increased rents across all properties
58.5% of landlords increased rents (combining "some" and "all" properties)
Yes, I am planning to raise rents
No, I am not planning to raise rents
Maybe, depending on market conditions
66.7% are planning or considering rent increases (combining "yes" and "maybe")
88.1% of landlords report vacancy rates below 10%
20.3% experienced increased turnover vs 5.9% with decreased turnover
No change so far, but I am monitoring the situation
I am planning to review rents soon
I have already adjusted rents in response
72% are monitoring or planning to review rents due to legislative changes
Regional Rent Analysis - Q2 2025
| Region |
Average Monthly Rent (Q2 2025) |
Annual Growth Rate & Source |
UK Market Position |
| Greater London |
£1,959.78 |
+7.3%
ONS Official |
Premium Market |
| South West |
£1,500.99 |
+1.9%
Market Analysis |
High Value |
| South East |
£1,383.36 |
+2.8%
Market Analysis |
High Value |
| East of England |
£1,289.73 |
+3.2%
Market Analysis |
Above Average |
| North West |
£1,000.53 |
+2.9%
Market Analysis |
Mid Market |
| West Midlands |
£995.80 |
+3.4%
Market Analysis |
Mid Market |
| East Midlands |
£991.23 |
+2.7%
Market Analysis |
Mid Market |
| Wales |
£941.39 |
+8.2%
ONS Official |
Rapid Growth |
| Yorkshire & Humberside |
£858.91 |
+1.1%
ONS Official |
Affordable |
| Scotland |
£844.24 |
+2.4%
ONS Official |
Affordable |
| Northern Ireland |
£743.61 |
+4.8%
ONS Estimate |
Affordable |
| North East |
£732.55 |
+9.7%
ONS Official |
Rapid Growth |
Key Regional Insights
The North East demonstrates the most dramatic annual growth at 9.7% despite remaining the UK's most affordable region, while Yorkshire & Humberside shows the most restrained growth at 1.1%. Greater London's £1,959.78 average rent maintains a 168% premium over the North East, highlighting persistent regional inequality in rental costs.
Landlord Behaviour Analysis
Rent Increase Activity - Past 12 Months
Source: Lendlord.io Landlord Survey, July 2025
Renters' Rights Bill Impact on Strategy
Source: Lendlord.io Landlord Survey, July 2025
Market Fundamentals & Vacancy Analysis
72.8%
Fully Let Properties
Nearly three-quarters of landlords report 0% vacancy rates, demonstrating exceptional rental demand across the UK market and providing sustained pricing power.
73.8%
Stable Tenant Turnover
No major change in tenant move-ins/outs reported, indicating market stability despite economic uncertainty and legislative changes.
36.3%
Future Rent Increases
Over one-third of landlords plan rent increases in the next 6 months, suggesting continued upward pressure on rental costs.
66.7%
Rent Growth Momentum
Combined with "maybe" responses (30.4%), two-thirds of landlords are considering or planning rent increases, indicating strong momentum.
Comparative Market Context
National Benchmarking Against Official Data
Lendlord survey data aligns closely with national indicators. ONS reports UK average rents at £1,344 monthly in June 2025 (up 6.7% annually), while HomeLet data shows £1,308 average with minimal monthly growth. Annual growth rates from official sources show significant regional variation: ONS data confirms North East leading at 9.7% annually, Yorkshire & Humberside lowest at 1.1%, and London at 7.3%. Zoopla forecasts 3-4% annual rental inflation for 2025, supporting findings of continued but moderating rent growth across most regions.
Five Critical Market Insights
01
Sustained Rent Inflation Momentum
With 58.5% of landlords having increased rents and 36.3% planning further increases, rental inflation momentum remains strong despite broader economic uncertainty.
02
Regional Market Rebalancing
North East leads annual growth at 9.7% while maintaining lowest absolute rents, suggesting significant market adjustment in traditionally undervalued regions.
03
Supply-Demand Imbalance Persists
Exceptional occupancy rates (72.8% fully let) demonstrate continued strong rental demand, providing landlords with sustained pricing power across all regions.
04
Legislative Uncertainty Drives Caution
72% of landlords monitoring or preparing for Renters' Rights Bill impact suggests potential for reactive pricing strategies once legislation finalises.
05
Market Stability Amid Change
Stable tenant turnover (73.8% no major change) indicates robust rental market fundamentals despite policy uncertainty and economic headwinds.
Research Methodology & Data Sources
Primary Research: Comprehensive survey of UK landlords and property investors conducted by Lendlord.io in July 2025, capturing responses from Lendlord.io users across all UK regions regarding rent increases, vacancy rates, tenant turnover, and legislative impact.
Regional Analysis: Average rent data compiled from Lendlord platform user submissions, cross-referenced with local market indicators and validated against national datasets for accuracy.
Comparative Benchmarking: Analysis based on ONS Private Rent Statistics, Zoopla Rental Market Reports, HomeLet Rental Index data, and proprietary Lendlord market intelligence.
Quality Assurance: All data points verified through multiple sources, with statistical confidence intervals applied to ensure accuracy. Regional rent averages calculated using weighted methodology accounting for property type and location variations.
Survey Demographics: Respondents represent diverse portfolio sizes from single-property landlords to large-scale investors, with geographical distribution reflecting UK rental market concentration patterns across the Lendlord.io user base.
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