A guide to private renting

The 'how to rent' guide

The introduction of the Renters’ Right Act 2025 (GOV.UK) means that the rules about private renting are dramatically changing from 1 May 2026. Until these changes are in effect, by law, Landlords must still provide to their tenants and have regard to the how to rent guide (GOV.UK). The current guide is still accurate and useful to tenants but is subject to change.

The council have also produced its own private rent guide designed to assist tenants find and sustain their tenancies.