England · Private rented sector
Landlord templates — Leicester
Tenancy agreements, notices, and compliance documents for Leicester landlords. All documents updated for the Renters' Rights Act 2025, effective 1 May 2026.
Private rented households
~55,000
Average monthly rent (1-bed)
~£700
Student population
~40,000
Leicester rental market — what landlords need to know
Leicester has one of the fastest-growing private rented sectors in the East Midlands, with demand from two universities and a large working-age rental population. The city operates selective and additional licensing schemes covering significant areas.
Licensing requirements in Leicester
Leicester City Council operates selective licensing across several designated areas and an additional HMO licensing scheme. Check the Leicester licensing portal before letting — the selective scheme covers many standard buy-to-let properties.
Essential documents for Leicester 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.
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 Leicester 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
Leicester landlord FAQs
Do Leicester landlords need a selective licence?
In designated areas, yes. Leicester City Council operates selective licensing covering a range of private rented properties — not just HMOs. Check the Leicester City Council licensing portal with your property postcode before letting.
Does the Renters' Rights Act affect Leicester landlords?
Yes — all Renters' Rights Act 2025 provisions apply to Leicester landlords from 1 May 2026. Section 21 is abolished. New tenancies must use Periodic Assured Tenancy Agreements. Rent increases use Section 13 + Form 4A. The Information Sheet must be served on existing tenants by 31 May 2026.