Eviction notices surged ahead of Section 21 abolition, new data confirms

Section 21 Renters' Rights Act Regulations & Compliance Buy-to-Let Market Trends

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One in four tenants served notice before Section 21 ended

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Investor Analysis

Analysis of 150,000 tenancies confirms that Section 21 abolition (effective 1 May 2026) triggered a near fivefold spike in eviction notices, with 27.1% of tenancies affected in the final month versus a historic norm of 5.7%. The data signals a lasting change in landlord risk behaviour and tenant selectivity.

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This article is directly relevant to all residential landlords and PRS investors: it confirms that the removal of Section 21 has measurably altered landlord risk tolerance, making tenant vetting more stringent, increasing void risk during transitions, and likely narrowing access for higher-risk tenant profiles. Investors holding or acquiring PRS assets must now price in longer possession timelines and adjust tenancy management protocols accordingly.

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