Private renters in the UK: how difficult is the rental market where you live?

We’d like to hear from private renters about rising costs, finding somewhere to live and dealing with landlords

Private renters are facing steep rent rises and a shortage of affordable properties, with growing numbers of landlords selling up. The Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force in England in May, introduced new protections for tenants, but many continue to face uncertainty about their housing.

While some renters have successfully secured reductions, others are struggling with soaring costs and a highly competitive rental market. Meanwhile England’s housing courts have been overloaded with renters battling evictions.