DOWNLOAD: July 2025 Taxation of Property

UPDATED: July 2025
PROPERTY OUTLOOK

For anyone looking to enter the buy-to-let market as a new landlord, the decision is currently far from straightforward. On the plus side:

  • Average English rents increased by 7.1% over the year to May 2025, with the average monthly rental now standing at £1,394;

  • Average UK house prices rose by 3.5% over the year to April 2025 (although this is down from the 7% increase for the year to March 2025), with a similar level of price increases expected to continue throughout 2025; and

  • Mortgage costs have seen some cuts this year, and interest rates are generally expected to fall further throughout 2025.

On the negative side, the stamp duty land tax (SDLT) cost has recently increased by £2,500 for most buy-to-let property purchases in England or Northern Ireland.

The government is also in the process of legislating for a Renters' Rights Bill. This will overhaul the private rental sector in England, and, in particular, abolish no-fault evictions and give tenants the power to challenge rent increases.

The Scottish government is looking at introducing rent controls.

Please note that all examples included in this guide are fictitious.

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