Annual rent letter – everything you need to know

How much is the rent increase this year?

The rent increase is 4.8%, in line with the Government’s current rent policy which will help us to maintain safe and legislatively compliant homes and help us to deliver many of the improvements tenants have been asking for.  

This means on average your rent works out at an additional £4.48 per week (52 weeks). We charge rent over 48 weeks which means the average weekly rent will be £105.98 per week. 

Click here to get this year’s rent payment record card (2026-27 will be available from 1 April) and find out more about paying your rent.

What does my rent pay for?

Rent doesn’t just pay for the home you live in but also for vital services that we provide. This includes things like repairs, maintenance, and annual safety checks, as well as longer term investment to improve your home. 

Supporting you

We know increased household expenses can be worrying, and we want to tell you about the support that’s available to you and answer any questions you may have. 

Our Income Team are on hand to answer any questions about paying your rent. You can get in touch by completing this online contact form or by phoning us on 01226 787878 and asking for the Income Team.

Our Tenants First team can support you with things like budgeting advice, benefits and grants, managing debt, and advice about foodbank and community shop referrals. If you’d like to know more, complete this online contact form or phone us on 01226 787878 and ask for the Tenants First team.

Let us know if you have a particular communication need. Click here to find out more about how we can support you to access services.