Three-quarters of landlords to raise rents
Summary
A snap poll of NRLA members suggests most landlords intend to raise rents when permitted, following the announced 2 percentage point increase to rental income tax from April 2027. The survey also indicates many landlords may sell properties and reduce spending on maintenance or improvements, including energy-efficiency work.
Why it matters
Changes in landlord costs and investment behaviour can affect rental supply, tenant affordability and the condition of the private rented stock. Surveyors involved in valuation, lettings and property condition assessments may see knock-on effects in rent levels, portfolio sales and deferred maintenance.
Key points
- 73% of surveyed landlords plan to increase rents at the next opportunity.
- 52% say they may sell property within the next 12 months.
- 29% expect to cut spending on maintenance or improvements.
- Landlords cite the tax rise as a pressure on investment and energy-efficiency spending.
- The findings are based on a snap poll of 168 NRLA members.
Organisations:
Pegasus Insight, National Residential Landlords Association, NRLA
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