{"id":716,"date":"2025-07-28T14:59:25","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T13:59:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/advice-dev.rm.posiweb.net\/?p=716"},"modified":"2026-04-14T16:18:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T15:18:00","slug":"rental-tenancy-types","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rightmove.co.uk\/guides\/renter\/found-property-you-like\/rental-tenancy-types\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the types of rental tenancies"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"c-section c-section--primary-lighter my-4\" id=\"\">\n    <h2 class=\"c-section__title\">\n        In this guide, we\u2019ll cover:    <\/h2>\n    <div class=\"c-section__content\">\n        <ul>\n<li>The main tenancy types renters may have<\/li>\n<li>How tenancy types change from 1 May 2026 under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rightmove.co.uk\/guides\/renter\/renters-rights-bill-tenants\/\">Renters&#8217; Rights Act<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Which tenancy types the new rules do and don\u2019t apply to<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you rent a home, the type of tenancy you have affects how long you can stay, how much notice you need to give, and what rights and responsibilities you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From 1 May 2026, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rightmove.co.uk\/guides\/renter\/renters-rights-bill-tenants\/\">Renters\u2019 Rights Act<\/a> changes how most private tenancies work in England. This guide explains the main tenancy types you may come across and what they mean for you as a renter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"assured-periodic-tenancies-most-private-renters\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assured periodic tenancies (most private renters)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From 1 May 2026, most private renters in England will have an assured periodic tenancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your tenancy rolls on automatically, usually month to month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no fixed end date<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can end the tenancy by giving two months\u2019 notice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Landlords must have a legal reason to ask you to leave<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Any existing assured shorthold tenancies will automatically convert to assured periodic tenancies on 1 May 2026. You don\u2019t usually need to sign a new agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"do-fixed-term-tenancies-still-exist\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do fixed\u2011term tenancies still exist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No. From 1 May 2026:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New fixed\u2011term assured shorthold tenancies can no longer be created<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any fixed term that was already in place will no longer apply<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tenancies continue on a rolling periodic basis instead<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your landlord should provide written information explaining how your tenancy works under the new rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"lodger-agreements\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lodger agreements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you rent a room in a home where the landlord also lives, you\u2019re usually classed as a lodger, not a tenant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lodger agreements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are not covered by the Renters\u2019 Rights Act<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer fewer legal protections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Often have more flexible notice arrangements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your rights depend on the agreement you have with the resident landlord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"student-accommodation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student accommodation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some types of student housing follow different rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Renters\u2019 Rights Act does not usually apply if you live in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>University\u2011managed halls of residence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain types of purpose\u2011built student accommodation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you rent a room or house from a private landlord outside of halls, the new tenancy rules may still apply. It\u2019s important to check what type of agreement you\u2019re being offered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"company-lets-and-other-exclusions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Company lets and other exclusions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some rental arrangements are excluded from the new tenancy system, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Company lets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tenancies where the property is not your main home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High\u2011rent tenancies above the legal threshold<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These agreements follow different legal frameworks and don\u2019t become assured periodic tenancies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-know-which-tenancy-you-have\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to know which tenancy you have<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your landlord or letting agent must give you written information explaining:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What type of tenancy you have<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How rent is paid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How notice works<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your rights and responsibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure, ask for clarification in writing before you move in or as soon as possible after your tenancy starts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"key-things-to-remember\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key things to remember<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most private renters now have assured periodic tenancies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fixed\u2011term tenancies are no longer used for new private lets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some arrangements (like lodgers and university halls) follow different rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should always receive clear written information about your tenancy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding your tenancy type can help you feel more confident and informed throughout your renting journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"c-faqs\" id=\"\">\n            <li class=\"c-faqs__item\">\n            <h3 id=\"what-type-of-tenancy-will-most-renters-have-from-1-may-2026\" class=\"c-faqs__question\">What type of tenancy will most renters have from 1 May 2026?<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"c-faqs__answer\">\n                <p>Most private renters in England will have an assured periodic tenancy. This means the tenancy runs on a rolling basis, usually month to month, with no fixed end date.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"c-faqs__item\">\n            <h3 id=\"do-i-need-to-sign-a-new-tenancy-agreement-when-the-law-changes\" class=\"c-faqs__question\">Do I need to sign a new tenancy agreement when the law changes?<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"c-faqs__answer\">\n                <p>Usually no. Most existing tenancies automatically move to the new system. Your landlord should give you written information explaining how your tenancy now works, but you don\u2019t normally need to sign a brand\u2011new agreement.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"c-faqs__item\">\n            <h3 id=\"are-fixed-term-tenancies-still-allowed\" class=\"c-faqs__question\">Are fixed term tenancies still allowed?<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"c-faqs__answer\">\n                <p>No. From 1 May 2026, new fixed\u2011term assured shorthold tenancies can\u2019t be created. Any fixed term that existed before this date no longer applies, and the tenancy continues on a periodic basis instead.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"c-faqs__item\">\n            <h3 id=\"does-the-renters-rights-act-apply-to-all-renters\" class=\"c-faqs__question\">Does the Renters\u2019 Rights Act apply to all renters?<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"c-faqs__answer\">\n                <p>It will apply to most private renters, but not all. Some arrangements are excluded, including lodger agreements, company lets, and most university\u2011managed student halls. These follow different rules, so it\u2019s important to check what type of agreement you\u2019re being offered.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"c-faqs__item\">\n            <h3 id=\"how-much-notice-do-i-need-to-give-to-leave-my-tenancy\" class=\"c-faqs__question\">How much notice do I need to give to leave my tenancy?<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"c-faqs__answer\">\n                <p>As a tenant with an assured periodic tenancy, you\u2019ll usually need to give two months\u2019 notice if you want to end your tenancy, unless you agree something different with your landlord.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"c-faqs__item\">\n            <h3 id=\"can-my-landlord-still-ask-me-to-leave\" class=\"c-faqs__question\">Can my landlord still ask me to leave?<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"c-faqs__answer\">\n                <p>Yes, but only for a legal reason set out in law. Landlords can no longer end tenancies without giving a reason, and must follow the correct process.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"c-faqs__item\">\n            <h3 id=\"how-can-i-check-what-tenancy-type-i-have\" class=\"c-faqs__question\">How can I check what tenancy type I have?<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"c-faqs__answer\">\n                <p>Your landlord or letting agent must provide clear written details about your tenancy. If you\u2019re unsure, ask them to confirm your tenancy type and how notice works, ideally in writing.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you rent a home, the type of tenancy you have affects how long you can stay, how much notice you need to give, and what rights and responsibilities you have. From 1 May 2026, the Renters\u2019 Rights Act changes how most private tenancies work in England. 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