Landlord Sentiment Survey Research Articles

The narrative in each article published in this category focuses on Property118’s views on specific insights revealed from previous Property118 landlord sentiment surveys. Each article links to the corresponding full survey results for additional context.

Why the landlord market is no longer driven by opportunity alone

Author: Mark Alexander

30th April 2026, 10 hours ago | 0

A defining shift emerging from the latest data is not just what landlords are doing, but why they are doing...

Why fewer landlords are replacing those who exit

Author: Mark Alexander

29th April 2026, 1 day ago | 0

A critical imbalance is becoming visible within the private rented sector, and it is not just about how many landlords...

Why the rental market may tighten even without rising demand

Author: Mark Alexander

28th April 2026, 2 days ago | 0

A common assumption is that rental prices and availability are driven primarily by tenant demand. The latest data suggests that...

Landlords prioritising income stability over capital growth

Author: Mark Alexander

27th April 2026, 3 days ago | 0

A subtle but important shift is emerging in how landlords view the purpose of their portfolios. According to the Property118...

Landlords reducing exposure as regulatory pressure reshapes behaviour

Author: Mark Alexander

24th April 2026, 6 days ago | 0

A consistent theme running through the latest landlord data is the growing influence of regulatory and structural pressure on decision-making....

Man pushing collapsing wall of houses as orderly homes remain intact, symbolising portfolio simplification

Landlords increasingly prioritising simplicity over expansion

Author: Mark Alexander

23rd April 2026, 1 week ago | 2

A more subtle shift is taking place within the UK private rented sector, one that is less about numbers and...

Landlords shifting future purchases towards limited companies

Author: Mark Alexander

22nd April 2026, 1 week ago | 0

A clear shift in future buying behaviour is emerging across the UK private rented sector. According to the Property118 Landlord...

Why landlord sentiment may now matter more than policy announcements

Author: Mark Alexander

21st April 2026, 1 week ago | 2

Policy changes often dominate headlines, but their real impact depends on how landlords respond. According to the Property118 Landlord Sentiment...

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Landlords’ next move will define the direction of the rental market

Author: Mark Alexander

20th April 2026, 1 week ago | 3

The latest data does more than describe current sentiment, it points directly to what may happen next. According to the...

Landlords delaying decisions as uncertainty shapes next moves

Author: Mark Alexander

17th April 2026, 2 weeks ago | 4

A defining characteristic of the current landlord landscape is not just what decisions are being made, but how many are...

Portfolio landlords driving market direction, not small-scale investors

Author: Mark Alexander

16th April 2026, 2 weeks ago | 0

A key takeaway from the latest data is not just what landlords are doing, but who is shaping those decisions....

Why low gearing is not always the low-risk strategy landlords think it is

Author: Mark Alexander

15th April 2026, 2 weeks ago | 3

There is a recurring assumption within the landlord community that reducing debt is the safest course of action, and that...

Landlords holding rather than expanding as confidence shifts

Author: Mark Alexander

15th April 2026, 2 weeks ago | 0

A notable feature of the latest landlord data is not just how many are planning to sell, but how many...

Majority of landlords still own personally despite shift towards companies

Author: Mark Alexander

13th April 2026, 2 weeks ago | 1

A growing disconnect is emerging within the structure of UK property ownership. According to the Property118 Landlord Sentiment Survey Q1...

Most landlords now debt-light, with majority below 50% LTV

Author: Mark Alexander

10th April 2026, 3 weeks ago | 2

A widely held assumption about the private rented sector is that landlords are highly leveraged and therefore vulnerable to interest...

Why policymakers should pay attention to landlord sentiment data

Author: Mark Alexander

9th April 2026, 3 weeks ago | 0

Policy often focuses on outcomes. Rent levels, housing availability and tenant protections tend to dominate the discussion. These are important, but...

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UK rental market dominated by landlords aged over 55

Author: Mark Alexander

9th April 2026, 3 weeks ago | 0

A striking demographic pattern has emerged from the latest UK landlord data, and it raises important questions about the future...

Nearly 1 in 5 landlords planning to exit the market entirely

Author: Mark Alexander

8th April 2026, 3 weeks ago | 5

A more concerning signal is now emerging from the UK private rented sector, and it goes beyond portfolio adjustments. According...