The latest data on rent growth since January 2020 highlights significant increases across the UK, providing a promising outlook for landlords, especially those in Northampton.
This growth in average rents is most
pronounced in the South West, which has seen a remarkable rise of 45.2%. Close
behind is the East Midlands with a 39.5% increase, and Yorkshire and the Humber
with a 38.5% rise. The North East also shows a substantial growth of 37.3%,
while Scotland’s rents have grown by 35.0%.
In Northern Ireland, there has been a 34.6%
increase, whereas East Anglia’s rents have gone up by 28.9%. The North West and
West Midlands have experienced rises of 28.4% and 29.2% respectively. London
and the South East, despite being high-cost areas, have relatively moderate
increases of 25.6% and 25.5%. Wales has seen the smallest growth in this
period, at 22.1%.
For landlords in Northampton, this trend
indicates a robust investment climate in the rental market. It’s important to
note that these figures reflect the rents paid by new tenants. Existing
tenancies have not seen such dramatic rises, as government data shows much
lower increases for ongoing existing leases.
This means that while landlords can
capitalise on the current market conditions, it is crucial to consider the
broader tenant base to maintain good relationships and avoid unnecessary
friction.
For
more information or to discuss your property needs, be you an
existing/potential new landlord or tenant feel free to contact us at northampton@belvoir.co.uk
