January 2026 showed a market regaining momentum. Across much of the UK, sales agreed are running ahead of two years ago, led by the Midlands and East. Scotland and Wales are also strengthening. London remains mixed, and Northern Ireland softer. This is not a boom, but a steady, broad based rebuild driven by realistic pricing.

The Renters’ Rights Act introduces the biggest changes in private renting in decades. This guide breaks down the facts landlords need now, including key dates and compliance steps.

Rental demand remains resilient in early 2026, but growth has moderated. For landlords, spring is less about reacting and more about refining strategy.

In 2025, £344bn was spent on property across Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Follow the money and the market’s geography becomes clear. Some regions dominate, others quietly punch above their weight. It’s a powerful reminder that the UK property market isn’t one story, but many regional economies moving at different speeds.