RentersRights News & Analysis
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Pet Friendly Rental Searches Drop Over 50% After Law Change
Searches for pet-friendly rental properties have decreased by more than 50% in May and June compared to the previous year, following changes in the Renters' Rights Act implemented in May. The data indicates a 54% drop in May and a 52% drop in June for searches on Rightmove, as some renters have misconceptions about their rights under the new legislation. While landlords in England cannot unreasonably refuse pets, they can decline based on valid reasons, such as allergies or property size. This shift in rental search behavior may influence landlord policies and tenant expectations in the property market.
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UK Monthly Private Rents Rose 3.5% to £1,367 in September 2025
Average UK monthly private rents increased by 3.5% to £1,367 in the year leading to September 2025, according to provisional estimates by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Only five London postcodes currently have average room rents below £800, down from 81 in 2020. A survey conducted by Spareroom revealed that 30% of tenants in England faced rent increases since the Renters' Rights Act was enacted. With legislative changes coming into effect on May 1, the government will attempt to regulate rent increases, requiring two months' notice and limiting hikes to once a year.
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