England · Private rented sector
Landlord templates, Wigston.
Tenancy agreements, notices, and compliance documents for Wigston landlords. All documents updated for the Renters' Rights Act 2025, effective 1 May 2026.
Local Authority
Oadby and Wigston Borough Council
County
Leicestershire
Nearest City
Leicester 4mi south
Road Access
A50; A5199; M1 J21 approx 5mi
Typical Gross Yield
4.5–5.5%
Wigston rental market, what landlords need to know
Wigston (Wigston Magna) is a large suburban town in Oadby and Wigston Borough, immediately south of Leicester city centre (4 miles). It is one of Leicestershire's most established buy-to-let markets, with sustained demand from Leicester commuters, NHS workers at the Royal Infirmary and Glenfield Hospital, and families seeking good school catchments. Property prices are below comparable Leicester suburbs. Gross yields of 4.5-5.5% are typical on the dominant 1930s-1960s semi-detached and terrace stock. Oadby and Wigston Borough Council does not currently operate a selective or additional HMO licensing scheme. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 applies in full from 1 May 2026.
Essential documents for Wigston 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 Wigston 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
Wigston landlord FAQs
Is there selective licensing in Wigston?
No. Oadby and Wigston Borough Council does not currently operate a selective licensing scheme in Wigston. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to qualifying large HMOs (5 or more persons forming 2 or more households, in a property of 3 or more storeys). Always check with Oadby and Wigston Borough Council for the latest licensing position and any Article 4 HMO direction boundaries.
What makes Wigston attractive for buy-to-let investors?
Wigston is one of the most reliable suburban BTL markets in Leicestershire. Its immediate proximity to Leicester (4 miles south), strong bus routes, good schools, and large working population create sustained high demand from tenants who prefer suburban space over city-centre flats at lower rents. Property prices are below comparable Leicester suburbs, keeping yields competitive. The town's established lettings market means well-maintained properties have very short void periods.