2nd June 2026
Supply shortage keeps rents rising as Act kicks in
Average UK rents rose again in May, with increases recorded across most regions and annual growth now at its strongest level so far this year. The latest figures from the HomeLet Rental Index show that average UK rents reached £1,340 in May 2026, a 1.1% increase month‑on‑month from £1,325 in April. Rents are...
