Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
Landlords
Tenant Eviction in the UK: The Legal Route
The stages
- Check the ground and gather evidence (rent statement, complaints, sale plans).
- Serve the correct Section 8 notice with the right notice period.
- Issue a possession claim if the tenant stays.
- Hearing and possession order.
- Apply for a warrant and bailiff eviction if needed.
Do not evict yourself
Changing locks or removing belongings without a court order is illegal eviction, a criminal offence.
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- Reserved legal work, such as conveyancing and court proceedings, is carried out by SRA-regulated solicitors
How it works
Edit the figures for your ground and local court. Court and bailiff waits vary widely across London.
Frequently asked questions
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How long does an eviction take?
Often several months; court and bailiff waits vary across London. Use the timeline estimate.
Do I need a solicitor?
Not legally, but mistakes in notices are the most common reason claims fail.
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