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Right to Buy Council Home Sales Rise 90% Despite Reduced Discounts
Council home sales under the Right to Buy scheme in England increased by 90% in 2025 to 2026, reaching 14,275 properties, according to data from Moneyfacts. This increase occurred despite a decision by Housing Secretary Angela Rayner to reduce the discounts available to council tenants.
Letting agents and inventory clerks may wish to note the significant rise in council home sales, as this could impact the availability of rental stock and the management of former council properties entering the private sector.
Source: PropertyWire