Affordable Areas See Fastest Rent Rises as Supply Remains Tight
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Affordable Areas See Fastest Rent Rises as Supply Remains Tight

By Jordan Hale, Senior Lettings Editor · 24 July 2026 · 1 min read

Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Newsroom from a report by Property118. Read the original article for full details.

Affordable Areas See Fastest Rent Rises as Supply Remains Tight

Landlords with properties in the UK's more affordable rental markets are experiencing some of the sharpest rent increases, according to Zoopla’s latest Rental Market Report. The report highlights that in areas where average monthly rents are £750 or less, rents are rising by 5% a year.

This rate of increase is notable as it comes at a time when rent growth is slowing across much of the UK. The data suggests that demand remains strong in these more affordable regions, while the supply of rental properties continues to be tight.

For letting agents and inventory clerks, these trends may impact tenant turnover, rental valuations, and property management strategies in lower-rent areas. Monitoring these shifts is essential for those managing portfolios in regions with average rents at or below £750 per month.


Source: Property118
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Jordan Hale
Senior Lettings Editor

Jordan Hale leads The Property AI's lettings coverage with a focus on UK rental legislation, agent compliance, and the day-to-day pressures facing letting agents. Articles bylined Jordan Hale combine current trade reporting with practical guidance for letting agents and inventory…

Specialises in: Renters' Rights Act, EPC regulations, tenancy deposit schemes, agent licensing, Right to Rent compliance.

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