Autumn 2025 Lettings Market Update

13 October, 2025

With the advent of autumn, the rental market has returned, with demand continuing to outstripping supply. With a shortage of ‘New to the market’ rental properties, we are reliant on existing homes returning to market, albeit at appreciably higher rents, to satisfying demand.

As we said three months ago. We are still awaiting the final details of the ‘Renters Reform Bill’ which continues to proceed through the Parliamentary process, this is causing uncertainty in the market, which in turn is also adding to the upward pressure on rents. We still believe that despite the proposed changes in legislation, that there is still a place in the market for small scale landlords, provided that they concentrate on good quality properties, maintaining them in good condition, and thus yielding a good rent return.

If you are considering entering the rental market as a landlord, please speak to your local Pearsons branch, who will be happy to discuss local property needs and likely rental outcomes or request a rental valuation online.

Simon Pinkney

Director