July & August 2025 Investor Update | Know The Market
29th August 2025- Area: Cheltenham
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Properties Let In Days - Are You Missing Out?
With high demand and short supply of rental properties across Gloucestershire & Worcestershire, not only are rentals letting out in a matter of days, but monthly prices are also increasing, making now a good time to be a landlord.
If you’re an existing landlord, how confident are you that you’re getting the optimum return on your investment?
At The Property Centre, part of our service is to carry out an annual rent review. Together with keeping on top of all landlord legislation, handling any maintenance issues and acting as the main point of contact with tenants, our experienced property management teams not only remove the stress from being a landlord, but help them make the most of their investments.
By Jodie Riddel
Head Of Property Management
Despite the uncertainty faced by landlords this year, we have seen some great positives too, with continual growth both in demand for rental properties and the prices we're achieving for our landlords.
Since our last update, rental prices across Gloucestershire and Worcester have risen significantly, albeit less than the rise seen in May/June. We've also found that the demand for properties to rent far outweighs the supply in our areas, with re-lets often gone within days. In fact, for one of central Gloucester properties, our Tuffley branch booked a day full of property viewings in just 20 minutes after the property went live on our website.
At the same time, our branches have seen a rise in the number of landlords registering with them this year compared to last, while interest in investment properties has slowly started to return over the last 6 months - hopefully an encouraging sign of things to come.
The Renters’ Rights Bill has now been cleared by the House of Lords, with only 4 non-government amendments making it into the Bill that will affect the average landlord. As it stands, the Bill is on track to receive Royal Assent in September and is likely to come into effect in the second quarter of 2026.
Overall, it has been a strong first half to 2025, with several positives shining ahead to the rest of the year and beyond.
Source: HomeCo
Based on all propertiesavailable to rent as of 26/08/25, HomeCo suggests Cheltenham shows the most lucrative market for landlords, returning the highest average rent price per month. Stroud follows at £1,602 per month, with Gloucester achieving £1,480pcm, while Worcester sits at £900pcm.
So what does this mean for the future? Cheltenham’s rental demand looks set to stay strong thanks to its great schools, transport links and appeal to professionals. Gloucester and Stroud are also on the rise, boosted by regeneration projects and growing interest from commuters, whilst Worcester with its more affordable rental prices remains a smart choice for investors looking to attract long-term tenants who want good value.
If you’re unsure as to the current rental value of your investment property, speak to one of our experienced lettings valuers who’ll be happy to advise you.
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