Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
Renting · Rent increases
Rent increase rules
Oncea year
Section 13notice
2 monthsnotice
Tribunalchallenge
In short: Since 1 May 2026, landlords in England can increase rent for assured tenancies only once a year, using a Section 13 notice that gives at least two months' notice of the new rent. Rent review clauses in tenancy agreements can no longer be used to raise rent. Tenants who think the new rent is above market level can apply to the First-tier Tribunal, which decides the market rent; it can't set a rent higher than the landlord proposed. Landlords should base increases on local evidence.
Increase check
Increase–
Extra per year–
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