Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Team from a report by Landlord Today. Read the original article for full details.
Survey Claims Majority of England's Landlords Lack Confidence Post-Renters Rights Act
A new survey from flatshare website SpareRoom suggests that a majority of landlords in England have lost confidence in the lettings sector since the Renters Rights Act came into force. According to figures reported by Landlord Today, 78% of landlords said they have no confidence in the sector.
The survey also points to a shift in landlord behaviour. Fewer than 4% of landlords are expanding their portfolios, 36% reported reducing them, and 27% said they are leaving the rental market altogether.
What the figures suggest for the rental market
The original report frames these findings as tenants facing consequences of the Renters Rights Act, suggesting that reduced landlord confidence and portfolio exits could have knock-on effects for renters. The source material does not detail how tenants would be affected, so agents should treat that framing as the publisher's claim rather than an established outcome.
What letting agents and inventory clerks should note
For letting agents and inventory clerks, the survey figures are relevant in two ways. First, if a significant share of landlords are reducing portfolios or exiting the market, agents may see changes in instruction volumes and portfolio composition among their landlord clients. Second, landlords who remain in the market but are not expanding may focus on compliance and management of existing stock under the new legislation.
The source excerpt does not include details on sample size, methodology, or the exact timing of the survey, so these figures should be read as claims from a single survey rather than confirmed market-wide data. Agents wishing to reference the findings with clients or in their own communications should consult the original report for full context.
The Renters Rights Act context
The Renters Rights Act has now been introduced in England, and the survey suggests it is a significant factor in how landlords view the sector. The source material does not set out the specific provisions of the Act or the government's response to the survey findings.
The Property AI will continue to monitor reporting on landlord sentiment and market supply following the introduction of the Renters Rights Act.
Source: Landlord Today