Renters' Rights Act

Our guide explains what the new renters’ rights mean for students, what’s changing, and how it could affect your housing options when renting as a student in England.
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Big changes are coming to student renting in England from May 2026. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 will reshape how students rent privately, with stronger protections, more flexible tenancies and new rules for landlords. Read our guides below to find out what’s changing, and how it could affect your housing options when renting as a student in England.

Section 21 Notices

You may start hearing about something called a Section 21 notice - or you might even receive one yourself.

Here's What a Section 21 Notice Actually Means

Renting as a Student from May 2026

The SU Advice Team breaks down the key changes and what they mean for students entering or already in the rental market.

Renting as a student from May 2026

Changes to Renting Privately

Important new renting info should be sent to you by your landlord before May 1st 2026 - read our Advice Guide to find out more.

Important Changes to Renting Privately

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