Rental growth now at four-year low
Original Article Summary
Rents rose by 1.9% across new tenancies in the year to November 2025, the lowest level of growth in four years, Zoopla research shows. The cost of renting has swelled significantly in the past five years, as more than half (52%) of local authorities across Great Britain how have average rents of over £1,000 per […] The post Rental growth now at four-year low appeared first on PropertyWire.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
UK rental growth has slowed to 1.9% annually (four-year low) due to 14% increase in rental supply, signaling a market shift favouring tenants over landlords.
Investor Relevance
Critical for rental yield expectations and cash flow planning. Slower rent growth reduces income potential while increased supply may improve tenant quality but increase void periods. Investors need to adjust return projections and consider markets with stronger fundamentals.
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