UK landlords remain committed to the private rented sector with nearly 60% of buy-to-let landlords indicating no intention to sell any of their properties over the next year.
This is according to the latest survey from Landbay which reveals that 58% of landlords will not dispose of any properties this year – a clear increase from 47% in last year’s survey, which took place immediately following the Autumn Budget.
While Landbay did find some appetite to sell, only 15% of respondents plan to sell up to 10% of their properties. Just 4% plan to sell up to quarter of their portfolio, while less than one in 10 intend to sell up to 50% of their properties.
As expected, the biggest reason among landlords to sell was the prospect of regulation, notably the Renters’ Rights Bill. This was chosen by more than a third of respondents intending to sell (35%) and closely followed by landlord taxation – picked by 31% of respondents
In last year’s survey, this was chosen by more than half of landlords (51.4%).
Landbay conducted their research in May 2025, polling buy-to-let landlords with portfolios totalling approximately 3,000 properties.
The survey took place prior to leaks of potential Treasury plans ahead of the Autumn Budget which could see landlords paying National Insurance (NI) on their rental income.
Commenting on the data, Landbay sales and distribution director Rob Stanton said: “This latest survey data is hugely encouraging and once again demonstrates just how robust and resilient buy-to-let landlords are.”
“In the face of increasing operating costs and the threat of new legislation, this commitment from landlords to stay put is a huge win for the PRS and for renters all over the country – especially when you consider the massive role rented accommodation plays in the UK’s housing mix.”
He added: “We know this isn’t the story for all landlords, and while selling is a natural part of a developing a successful portfolio, there are still those just looking to scale back. As a sector, we absolutely need to get behind these landlords and give them the confidence to not just stay put, but to expand and succeed.”
