The agency notes a resilient rental sector, marked by rising property listings and a 23.5% surge in rents since the bill’s tabling in September 2024.
Key provisions include the removal of Section 21 evictions, a move to periodic tenancies, and the introduction of a legally enforceable Decent Homes Standard.
A spokesperson, said: “While the Renters’ Rights Bill has created understandable uncertainty among landlords, particularly around the removal of Section 21, the notion of an imminent collapse in rental stock levels has simply not materialised and it’s clear that, so far, there has been no landlord exodus.
“In fact, supply has increased in almost all areas of the country since the Bill was introduced, which is welcome news for tenants who have faced unprecedented competition for homes in recent years.”
He added: “As a landlord and letting agent myself, I’ve recently invested into the buy to let sector as we’ve continued to see strong yields on offer and discounted deals due to a slightly slower property market with respect to house prices.
“That said, this does not mean we can be complacent. The true test will come in the months after implementation, once landlords have had time to fully digest the legislation and decide whether they wish to remain in the market.
“For now, it’s clear that the feared landlord exodus has not happened, and the private rental sector remains robust.”
While some critics warn that reforms to the private rented sector (PRS) could prompt landlords to sell up—reducing supply and driving up rents—the latest figures suggest otherwise.
According to the lettings agency, rental stock has grown across much of England, defying predictions of a market contraction.
Bristol tops the list with a 79.1% surge in available properties, followed by West Yorkshire with 72.9% and Tyne and Wear with 60%.
Other regions have also seen notable increases, including East Sussex at 50.5% and Northumberland with 41.4%. Even London, often viewed as a barometer for national trends, has recorded an 11% rise in listings.
Only a few areas buck the trend: Herefordshire -22.5%, Gloucestershire-16.4%, and the Isle of Wight -11.1% have seen declines in rental availability.