UK rents rise 4.3% as tenants spend 32.7% of income on housing 27th August 2026 Affordability remains a consideration for renters, as average rents rise in the last year.
Over half of landlords still back BTL despite increased regulation 26th August 2026 62.7% of landlords intend to maintain their portfolio, but just 3.9% plan to expand, Benham & Reeves reports.