England · Private rented sector
Landlord templates, Shepshed.
Tenancy agreements, notices, and compliance documents for Shepshed landlords. All documents updated for the Renters' Rights Act 2025, effective 1 May 2026.
Local Authority
Charnwood Borough Council
County
Leicestershire
Nearest Cities
Loughborough 3mi, Leicester 12mi
Road Access
M1 J23 (2mi); A512 corridor
Rental Profile
Logistics workforce, Loughborough University spillover, M1 commuters
Shepshed rental market, what landlords need to know
Shepshed is a large market town in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, situated on the A512 between Loughborough (3 miles east) and the M1 J23 (2 miles west). Excellent logistics corridor location with strong demand from the East Midlands Gateway and Loughborough University workforce. Affordable semi-detached and terrace stock with good yields relative to Loughborough. Low void rates driven by proximity to M1 and Loughborough University.
Essential documents for Shepshed 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 Shepshed 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
Shepshed landlord FAQs
Is there selective licensing in Shepshed?
No. Charnwood Borough Council does not currently operate a selective licensing scheme in Shepshed. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to qualifying large HMOs. Landlords should be aware of Article 4 directions in parts of Charnwood that restrict HMO conversions without planning permission.
What makes Shepshed attractive for BTL investors?
Shepshed's location — 3 miles from Loughborough and 2 miles from M1 J23 — delivers consistent demand from logistics workers, Loughborough University students and staff, and commuters to Leicester and Nottingham. Property prices are substantially lower than Loughborough, offering better yields for investors. The East Midlands Gateway logistics zone (nearby) generates sustained workforce housing demand. Low vacancy rates reflect the limited quality rental supply relative to demand.