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Upward chart illustrating England rent inflation trends from 2010 to 2025 with evidence versus claims comparison.

Rent levels in England since 2010: what the data actually shows

17th March 2026, 2 hours ago | 0

Rent levels sit at the heart of almost every argument about housing. Tenants experience the pressure month to month. Landlords...

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Housing Ombudsman sets targets to tackle social housing complaints

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

11th March 2026, 6 days ago | 0

The Housing Ombudsman has set out its plans to tackle a rise in complaint cases involving social housing landlords. Over...

Timber-frame apartment block under construction with crane and “For Rent” sign illustrating growth in build-to-rent housing

£30bn flows into multifamily Build-to-Rent housing

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th March 2026, 1 week ago | 1

Investors have poured almost £40bn into the Build-to-Rent (BtR) sector over the past decade, with most of that cash being...

Bright empty property interior highlighting the statistic that 1 in 25 homes in England are vacant

Number of empty homes rises as one council takes action

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th March 2026, 1 week ago | 2

With National Empty Homes Week taking place this month, research has revealed that one in every 25 homes in England...

Houses of Parliament during Spring Statement 2026 debate on UK housing supply

Property industry reaction to the Spring Statement 2026

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th March 2026, 2 weeks ago | 0

Property industry experts have warned that the Chancellor’s Spring Statement lacked ambition, as new figures suggest housing supply is set...

After 30 Years in Property, One Strategy Still Leads for Cashflow

Author: Simon Zutshi

4th March 2026, 2 weeks ago | 0

Over three decades of investing have taught Simon Zutshi one clear lesson. If your goal is strong, consistent monthly income,...

UK, Ireland and Portugal flags illustrating diverging rental policy directions in Europe

Why are comparable housing markets moving in opposite directions on rental policy?

Author: Mark Alexander

3rd March 2026, 2 weeks ago | 6

Across Europe, governments facing similar housing pressures are making markedly different choices about how to regulate and tax private rental...

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Housing market shows signs of recovery but rents set to rise – RICS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

12th February 2026, 1 month ago | 1

House prices appear to have stabilised, but supply remains constrained and rents are expected to rise, according to the latest...

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Planning reforms alone will not fix housing crisis – Propertymark

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

11th February 2026, 1 month ago | 2

An industry body has warned the government that planning reforms alone will not be enough to deliver 1.5 million homes....

Map showing England split north and south with house price growth rising in northern regions and falling in the south

Rising house prices narrow the North-South gap

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th February 2026, 1 month ago | 0

House prices in England and Wales have risen, narrowing the traditional North-South gap, according to new figures. Data from Garrington...

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High rents drive rise in older flatsharers

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

2nd February 2026, 1 month ago | 0

Older flatsharers are becoming more prominent in the flatshare market, as younger renters are priced out by high rents, according...

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London Build to Rent planning numbers up despite national slowdown

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

27th January 2026, 2 months ago | 0

London is pressing ahead with Build to Rent (BTR) activity despite signs of a nationwide slowdown, an analysis from Foxtons...

New housing development under construction with brick homes and machinery, illustrating the government’s 1.5 million homes target

Government claims progress on meeting 1.5 million homes target

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

21st January 2026, 2 months ago | 0

The government says it is seeing “green shoots of recovery” in housebuilding and claims it is on track to meet...

Symbolic house with muscular arms and a for-sale sign representing a strong UK property market rebound in 2026

Property market sees strong start to 2026

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th January 2026, 2 months ago | 0

The property market has rebounded at the start of 2026, with the highest number of homes for sale in eight...

Broken piggy bank beside a rental house, symbolising rising affordability pressures for renters

Rents dip in some regions but affordability crisis continues

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

14th January 2026, 2 months ago | 0

Affordability pressures remain despite a slowdown in rental prices, according to a new report. Propertymark’s rent price and salary tracker...

Global investment trends highlighting overseas demand for UK property

UK property market attracts global investors

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

13th January 2026, 2 months ago | 0

Demand for UK property is soaring, driven by interest from overseas buyers, according to new research. Data by Butterfield mortgages...

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Regulation and rising costs will push rents higher in 2026

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

2nd January 2026, 2 months ago | 3

Rent rises and increased costs for landlords due to regulatory changes will dominate 2026, according to an estate agent. Jackson-Stops...

House price trend illustration showing paused market with interest rate symbol and stacked coins

House prices pause after seasonal bounce

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

2nd January 2026, 2 months ago | 0

House prices remain subdued across England and Wales as uncertainty from the Autumn Budget continues to weigh on the market....