Average London rent soars to £2,736 per month

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

54% : An increase in stamp duty for rental home purchases introduced in October last year, alongside rumours of a potential national insurance tax for landlords in the upcoming autumn budget, has added uncertainty to the market.
53% : Speculation around potential property tax reforms, including changes to council tax, replacing stamp duty with an annual property tax and introducing capital gains tax on homes worth more than £1.5 million, has further dampened sentiment in southern markets.
47% : " "At the same time, many landlords are hesitant to invest amid limited capital growth, shifting tax rules, and ongoing uncertainty around the Renters' Rights Bill and the budget.
44% : Analysts say the slower pace of new rental supply reflects growing caution among landlords amid changes to taxes and regulations.

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