UK Rents Are Cooling - What This Means for Pearl Lettings Landlords

You may have seen recent headlines suggesting that UK rents are starting to ease — and yes, the data does show a slight cooling in the market. After a long period of strong rent growth, average rents have dipped for a second month in a row, particularly outside London.

That said, it’s important to keep this in perspective. Rents are still higher than they were this time last year, but the pace of growth has slowed as more rental properties come onto the market and tenant demand becomes a little less intense.

One of the key reasons for this shift is the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act, which is prompting many landlords to reassess their plans. With major changes on the horizon — including the removal of Section 21 and new tenancy rules — some landlords are pausing, selling, or adjusting their strategies, which is influencing market behaviour.

What does this mean for you?

The market is stabilising, not crashing

Well-presented, correctly priced homes are still letting well

Professional management and compliance planning are becoming more important than ever

At Pearl Lettings, we’re keeping a close eye on local trends and helping our landlords stay ahead of both market changes and legislation. If you’d like advice on pricing, tenancy strategy, or preparing for the new rules, we’re always here to help.

Get in touch with the Pearl Lettings team for tailored guidance on your rental property.