87 letting agent brands sign-up for Section 8 support
Summary
LegalforLandlords says Section 8 possession activity is rising as landlords adjust to the abolition of Section 21 under the Renters’ Rights Act. It reports 7,629 private landlord possession claims in England in Q1 2026 and forecasts around 30,516 claims for 2026, alongside growing demand from letting agents for Section 8 support.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors may see more possession-related instructions, tenant disputes and landlord queries as the sector shifts away from Section 21. Longer court timelines and increased reliance on Section 8 can affect void periods, asset management advice and valuation assumptions for rental properties.
Key points
- Section 8 activity is forecast to rise 6.1% in 2026.
- Private landlord possession claims reached 7,629 in Q1 2026.
- Median time from claim to repossession is reported at 26.4 weeks.
- 87 letting agent brands have signed up for Section 8 support in eight weeks.
- The article links the trend to the abolition of Section 21 under the Renters’ Rights Act.
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