Landlord Sums finds tribunals cut 70 percent of challenged rent rises since 1 May 2026, allowing 7.7 percent against 14 percent sought, as referrals jump to 194 in September.
MoJ figures show 4,613 residential property tribunal receipts in April-June, up 56 percent year on year, but do not isolate rent challenges.
NRLA says record rent tribunal volumes are raising the bar for landlords, with achieved rents and property condition now carrying more weight under the post-Renters’ Rights Act system.
Hamptons says First-tier Tribunal rent rulings rose to 143 in July after the Renters’ Rights Act changed the balance of risk for tenants, while average decision times fell to 82 days.
