Landlords lose out at vast majority of rent tribunals
Summary
An analysis of rent tribunal decisions in England found that most landlords did not secure the full rent increase they requested in September, although the majority of cases still resulted in some increase. Across the sampled decisions, assessed rents rose by 6.7% overall, with an average monthly increase of about £92 where comparable figures were available.
Why it matters
This is relevant to surveyors involved in rental valuation and dispute support, as tribunal outcomes depend on evidence of comparable local rents and market justification. It also highlights the practical timing and evidential issues that can affect rent review disputes in the private rented sector.
Key points
- 71.6% of September rent tribunal cases did not deliver the full increase requested by landlords.
- More than two-thirds of cases still resulted in some rent increase.
- Across comparable cases, total monthly rent rose by 6.7% overall.
- The average monthly rent increase was about £92, or £1,104 annually.
- The article notes an average of around 91 days between rent notice service and tribunal decision in tracked cases.
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