England · Private rented sector
Landlord templates, Horsham.
Tenancy agreements, notices, and compliance documents for Horsham landlords. All documents updated for the Renters' Rights Act 2025, effective 1 May 2026.
Rail to London Bridge
c.55 min
Distance to Gatwick Airport
c.10 miles
Typical gross BTL yield
4.5–6.5%
Local authority
Horsham District Council
Horsham rental market, what landlords need to know
Horsham is a large market town in West Sussex with a strong private rental sector driven by Gatwick Airport proximity (approximately 10 miles north), direct rail services to London Bridge and Victoria (approximately 55 minutes), and the town's own employment base in financial services and professional services. The town centre has been regenerated and there is sustained demand for family homes from London commuters and local workers. Gross BTL yields of 4.5–6.5% reflect relatively higher property prices compared with more northern towns but strong and stable rental demand.
Essential documents for Horsham landlords
View all →Periodic Assured Tenancy Agreement
The new default English tenancy from 1 May 2026. Periodic from day one, with the prescribed written statement of terms built in. Ships with the Form 4A rent-increase notice template and an Information Sheet delivery acknowledgement form so a buying landlord has every Phase-1 compliance document in one pack.
Section 8 Notice Pack (All Grounds)
Every mandatory and discretionary ground on the new 2026 list, pre-labelled with the notice period, arrears threshold, and evidence block.
Landlord Annual Compliance Checklist
Annual walk-through of every compliance touchpoint: gas, electrical, EPC, smoke/CO, Right-to-Rent, deposit, licensing, database registration.
Renters' Rights Act Transition Pack
For landlords who need to migrate existing ASTs onto the new regime. The single most-searched landlord product of 2026.
What changes for Horsham landlords on 1 May 2026
- → Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions permanently abolished, use Section 8
- → All new tenancies must use Periodic Assured Tenancy Agreements, no more ASTs
- → Rent increases via Section 13 only, contractual review clauses unenforceable
- → Pet requests must be considered, blanket ‘no pets’ policies are unlawful
- → Private landlord database registration coming, date TBC
Horsham landlord FAQs
Is Horsham a good area for buy-to-let investment?
Horsham offers stable rental demand from London commuters (direct rail to London Bridge in approximately 55 minutes), Gatwick Airport workers, and local professionals. Gross BTL yields of 4.5–6.5% are lower than more northern towns but reflect strong and consistent demand with low vacancy rates. Family homes (3–4 bedrooms) are particularly sought-after.
Do I need a landlord licence in Horsham?
Horsham District Council does not currently operate selective or additional HMO licensing. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to all HMOs with five or more persons forming two or more households. For standard single-family lets, no additional licence is required. Verify with Horsham District Council for any scheme updates.
Does the Renters' Rights Act 2025 apply to Horsham landlords?
Yes. Horsham is in England and all Renters' Rights Act 2025 provisions apply from 1 May 2026: Section 21 abolished, all tenancies periodic, Section 13 rent increases via Form 4A, Awaab's Law response timescales, one-month advance rent cap, and civil penalties up to £40,000. Horsham District Council is the enforcement authority for the private rented sector.