Private Rented Sector Report - Summer 2025

This report reflects the views of landlords, highlighting their perspectives on the potential impact of Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards changes. The data in this report was derived from a survey of 1,000 landlords* and offers a deeper understanding of the challenges landlords face in tackling the energy efficiency of their properties. This report concludes with recommendations to Government, which will ensure the private rented sector continues to play its vital role in providing flexible housing to support economic growth.

• 62% of landlords don’t know that having an Energy Performance Certificate for their property is a legal requirement
• Over 30% believe the minimum energy rating required is A or B - higher than the required rating of C
• Landlords value help in identifying cost-effective home improvements and finding grants and financing
• 28% of landlords with EPC-D rated property plan to sell
• 73% are unsure of how much money is needed to improve their property; 41% plan to raise rents
• The Mortgage Works calls on three areas to be addressed to ensure successful implementation of government’s plans

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*The research was conducted by Censuswide, among a sample of 1,000 landlords (aged 18+) with private rental property, based in either England or Wales. The data was collected between 26.03.25 - 08.04.25. Censuswide abides by and employs members of the Market Research Society and follows the MRS code of conduct and ESOMAR principles. Censuswide is also a member of the British Polling Council.

Calling on Government

As part of our commitment to creating a better private rented sector, The Mortgage Works is dedicated to helping people live in more energy-efficient homes. That’s why we’ve written to Ed Miliband, Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, to show our support for government plans and to share ideas on how rules for landlords could work even better.

Read the full letter