UK rents in July 2026: the latest official figures
Average UK private rent reached £1,393 a month in July 2026, according to the latest Office for National Statistics release. That was £50, or 3.7%, higher than a year earlier.
Fact-checked 9 September 2026The national picture
Average monthly rent was £1,451 in England, £843 in Wales and £1,016 in Scotland in July 2026. The latest Northern Ireland figure was £875 in May 2026.
Growth varied by area
In England, annual rent inflation was highest in the North East at 6.3% and lowest in the South East at 2.9%. A national average does not describe the price of a particular room or local market.
What the figures measure
The ONS Price Index of Private Rents covers new and existing tenancies. July figures for the UK, England, Wales and Scotland were provisional when published and can be revised.
Use local evidence when searching
Compare current listings, the full monthly cost and what bills are included. The ONS release also provides local-area and property-size data for broader context.