As the phased introduction of the Rental Rights Act (RRA) progresses, it was anticipated that many landlords would withdraw from the housing market. However, data from RightMove has suggested the opposite may be happening.
During the last quarter of 2025, the available rental homes in England increased by 25% compared to the same period in 2024, but the situation might not be as straightforward as it seems.
The RRA grants tenants more rights, which, according to landlords, increases their financial risks. However, not all properties are covered yet. Siân Hemming-Metcalfe, the Operations Director of Inventory Base, believes that eventually, the RRA will restrict the availability of rental properties. She states that many prospective tenants know reforms are coming and are waiting to rent until the act covers the specific property they are interested in, ensuring they are better protected. This, she explains, is why there are more unfilled tenancies. She elaborates:
“When tenants stop moving, homes stay on the market longer, and available stock accumulates, even though the overall number of rental homes hasn’t changed.”
RightMove data shows that Merseyside experienced a more substantial increase in available rental homes in the fourth quarter of 2025, with a rise of 60.1%. The highest reported increase in available rental homes was in Bristol, with a 74.8% rise. London was the only region in England where rental stock declined, dropping by 14.1%.
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