The UK government's plan to mandate an EPC rating of 'C' or above for all private rental properties by 2030 is sparking a heated debate. While the policy aims to create warmer, more energy-efficient homes, a new Early Day Motion (EDM) from Labour...

The latest English Housing Survey (EHS) provides a detailed snapshot of the housing landscape in England, offering valuable insights into the state of homes and the circumstances of those who live in them. The EHS is a crucial source of information...

New research from business consultancy Hargreaves Lansdown suggests that the long-held dream of owning a holiday home is fading, particularly among younger generations. The data reveals that a combination of soaring property prices, increased...

New data from Paragon Bank reveals the top buy-to-let investment hotspots in the UK, highlighting the strategic thinking of landlords in the current market. The lender’s analysis of mortgage data for the 12 months to the end of June shows a clear...

A recent BBC investigation has brought the issue of "black market" Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) into sharp focus, exposing the dangerous and unsanitary conditions many tenants are forced to live in. The exposé, which was sparked by a...

The UK's private rented sector is on the cusp of its most significant transformation in a generation with the impending Renters Rights Bill, but not everyone is confident about what the future holds. A Bleak Forecast from the Redress Industry Sean...

The first few days of August have delivered a series of optimistic figures, setting a positive tone for the autumn property market. House Prices and Transactions Are Up According to the Nationwide house price index, the average UK house price rose...

A court in Wales has heard a case against Welsh ministers, arguing that a change in the wording of government guidance led to a widespread misunderstanding among landlords regarding their duties. The issue centers on the requirement to provide...

Eastbourne Borough Council (EBC) has introduced new planning controls to manage the proliferation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in parts of the town center. The council has implemented an Article 4 Direction, which means that properties...

The Housing Ministry (MHCLG) has issued an update on the Private Rented Sector: While Parliament is in recess, activity around the Renters’ Rights Bill continues. The Bill completed its Report Stage in July, with amendments debated on issues like...

Renters’ Rights Bill: A Scottish Case Study Offers Optimism As the UK prepares for the Renters' Rights Bill to gain Royal Assent, a new study suggests that its impact on the rental market may not be as negative as some landlords and agents fear....

A new report from Foundation Home Loans reveals a significant and accelerating trend among UK landlords: the shift towards owning buy-to-let properties through a limited company. The "Landlord Trends" research shows that one-fifth of all landlords...

The Property Franchise Group PLC, the UK’s largest multi-brand property franchisor, has announced a strong trading update for the first half of 2025, with significant growth across all three of its divisions. The company's performance has exceeded...

A new report from Savills has challenged the widespread perception of landlords as high-earning profiteers, revealing that more than half of individual private landlords earn less than £10,000 in gross rental income per year. The findings come as...

A leading think tank has called for a mandatory £46 annual landlord registration fee to fund enforcement of housing standards in the private rented sector (PRS), arguing it would significantly improve council capacity and come at minimal cost to...

The Chancellor’s decision to relax mortgage lending rules as part of a broader financial reform package should be treated with caution, according to estate and lettings agency DJ Alexander Ltd. While the reforms are intended to support first-time...

A Court of Appeal judgment has clarified that a housing database used by Tower Hamlets Council to allocate temporary accommodation does not amount to unlawful indirect discrimination against women, nor does it breach the Public Sector Equality Duty...

Writing in Inside Housing, Ellie Brown reports that Council enforcement staff could see their patch sizes shrink by up to a third under proposals to introduce landlord registration fees for a new national database of privately rented homes,...

Writing in Inside Housing, Ella Jessel is reporting on a surge in homelessness in London. The article can be read here, and says that the number of people living on London’s streets has risen by 26% over the past year, according to newly released...

Here is a summary of the UK housing market report from Nationwide Building Society and the expected Bank of England announcement. House Price Growth According to the Nationwide House Price Index, UK property values increased by 0.6% month-on-month...