Forecast annual residential property rental price growth in the UK 2024-2028
The UK residential rental market is poised for significant growth, with forecasts indicating a cumulative increase of nearly 21 percent by 2028. This surge is expected to be front-loaded, with a robust five percent rise anticipated in 2024. Rental growth has accelerated notably since 2021, with August 2024 experiencing a decade-high annual percentage growth. The trend reflects the complex interplay between housing affordability, mortgage rates, and supply of rental homes, as the UK housing market navigates a period of transition.