Half of Buy-to-Let Investors Plan to Grow Portfolios in 2025

Some 50% of buy-to-let investors in the UK are looking to expand their property portfolios in 2025, according to a recent study, which points to increasing confidence in the rental market. Landlords are still enthusiastic about the sector’s long-term prospects, despite headwinds like high mortgage rates and strict regulation. The UK still faces a housing shortage while the demand for rental properties continues to grow , especially from young professionals and families.

London isn’t the only option though, and investors are looking to areas beyond London, including the North of England and the Midlands, where properties are cheaper and rental yields higher. Areas such as Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds are becoming centers for buy-to-let activity because of their