Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
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In short: Renting in London changed in May 2026: tenancies are periodic, you can leave with two months' notice, landlords can't take offers above the advertised rent or ask for more than one month upfront, and blanket bans on benefits or children are unlawful. This hub brings together our most useful guides, from viewing checklists and deposits to area guides and calculators, so you can rent with confidence.
Finding and securing a home
RENTING
How to Rent an Apartment in London: What to Check FirstRENTING
House Viewing Checklist: What to Look For and AskRENTING
What Does RENTING
Landlord Credit Checks: What Tenants Should KnowRENTING
Zero Deposit and Deposit Replacement Schemes ExplainedRENTING
Affordable Flats to Rent in London: Where to Look
How to Rent an Apartment in London: What to Check FirstRENTING
House Viewing Checklist: What to Look For and AskRENTING
What Does RENTING
Landlord Credit Checks: What Tenants Should KnowRENTING
Zero Deposit and Deposit Replacement Schemes ExplainedRENTING
Affordable Flats to Rent in London: Where to Look
Your rights and money
RIGHTS
When Can a Landlord Keep Your Deposit? Your Rights in EnglandRIGHTS
Rent Increase Rules in England (2026)RIGHTS
Weekly to Monthly Rent Conversion: The Right Way to CalculateRIGHTS
How Long Can a Tenant Stay After the Tenancy Ends?RIGHTS
How Much Notice Does a Landlord Have to Give a Tenant? (2026)RIGHTS
Do You Have to Tell Your Landlord You Claim Housing Benefit?
When Can a Landlord Keep Your Deposit? Your Rights in EnglandRIGHTS
Rent Increase Rules in England (2026)RIGHTS
Weekly to Monthly Rent Conversion: The Right Way to CalculateRIGHTS
How Long Can a Tenant Stay After the Tenancy Ends?RIGHTS
How Much Notice Does a Landlord Have to Give a Tenant? (2026)RIGHTS
Do You Have to Tell Your Landlord You Claim Housing Benefit?
Popular area guides
AREA GUIDE
Renting in Kensington: Areas, Homes and CostsAREA GUIDE
Renting Houses and Flats in Clapham: Area GuideAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Islington: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Hackney: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Renting in Canary Wharf: A Guide for Young ProfessionalsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Fulham: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Greenwich: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Walthamstow: Area Guide and Renting Tips
Renting in Kensington: Areas, Homes and CostsAREA GUIDE
Renting Houses and Flats in Clapham: Area GuideAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Islington: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Hackney: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Renting in Canary Wharf: A Guide for Young ProfessionalsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Fulham: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Greenwich: Area Guide and Renting TipsAREA GUIDE
Flats to Rent in Walthamstow: Area Guide and Renting Tips
Tools and calculators
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Frequently asked questions
How much do I need to move in?
Usually one month's rent plus a five-week deposit.
Can my rent go up?
Once a year, with two months' notice.
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