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Tower Hamlets and Newham deliver strongest buy-to-let returns as rental yields climb across London

The latest research from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, reveals that Tower Hamlets and Newham currently offer the strongest rental yields for buy-to-let landlords, having also recorded the largest annual increases in rental yield across all London boroughs. Benham and Reeves analysed average house prices* and average rental values* across every London …

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London rents rise by just 0.7% since Renters’ Rights Act became law, with rate of growth slowing across most boroughs

The latest research from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed that rental growth across London has remained consistent since the Renters’ Rights Act received Royal Assent, with rents increasing by just 0.7% since, the same rate of growth seen during the equivalent period prior to October of last year. In fact, …

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House prices show positive first quarter compared to a sluggish end to 2025

The latest Property Market Index Review by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed that the property market lost momentum during the first quarter of 2026, with house prices showing signs of recovery following the previous quarter’s fall. The Benham and Reeves Market Index Review The Benham and Reeves Property Market Index …

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London property remains a safe haven for Turkish wealth amid currency decline

The latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has shown how London property has helped Turkish investors preserve wealth against the dramatic depreciation of the Turkish lira, with the average London home increasing by 5,490% in lira terms since 2005. Benham and Reeves analysed the historic performance of the Turkish lira …

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Buy-to-let mortgage costs climb by as much as 64% in a decade as landlords face mounting pressure from rental reform

The latest research from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed that the average monthly cost of a buy-to-let mortgage has climbed by as much as 64% over the last decade, as landlords continue to face mounting financial pressure alongside sweeping reforms introduced via the Renters’ Rights Act. Benham and Reeves analysed …

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House prices fall after three consecutive periods of growth

To view the full Market Index Q3 2025 click here. The latest Property Market Index Review by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed that the property market lost momentum during the fourth quarter of 2025, with house prices seeing a slight fall following three consecutive quarters of positive growth. The Benham …

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London Marathon route showcases London rental market, with rents ranging from ÂŁ1,500 to ÂŁ6,000 per month

The latest research from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has found that the London Marathon route offers a striking snapshot of the capital’s rental market, with average rents ranging from just ÂŁ1,500 per month at some points of the course, to as much as ÂŁ6,000 per month in others. Benham and Reeves …

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London sellers rush to market as one in five homes for sale listed in past 30 days

The latest research from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, reveals that one in five homes currently for sale in London have been added to the market within the last 30 days, as sellers respond to strong buyer demand. Demand for London homes is strong Benham and Reeves has analysed current residential property …

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Iran currency collapse makes London property a winner for some as global buyers continue to view capital as safe haven

The latest research from Benham and Reeves has revealed that the cost of purchasing the average London home has surged by almost 3,000% for Iranian buyers since the start of the current Iran conflict, highlighting how geopolitical tensions can dramatically reshape international property demand through currency volatility. Benham and Reeves analysed currency fluctuations against the …

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Buy-to-let investment remains resilient despite wave of incoming regulation

The latest research from Benham and Reeves shows that despite the imminent rollout of Making Tax Digital and the Renters’ Rights Act bringing new levels of compliance, regulation, and control over their properties, buy-to-let landlords are still buying up property assets at an increased rate, with the total buy-to-let mortgage value being lent increasing by …

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Fewer than 3% of London rental homes available as supply squeeze deepens ahead of Renters’ Rights Act changes

The latest research from Benham and Reeves has found that fewer than 3% of London’s private rental homes are currently available to tenants, highlighting the severe lack of supply across the capital at a time when further legislative changes could place additional strain on supply within the sector. Benham and Reeves analysed current rental market …

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London’s springtime garden bounty: 60% of London listings boast outdoor space

Spring is in the air and the property market is heating up. And the latest research from Benham and Reeves suggests London buyers hoping to enjoy the warmer months in their own garden have a decent chance of fulfilling their aspirations, as almost 60% of homes currently listed for sale across the capital offer private …

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