How to Register as a Landlord in England (2026)

There is no national landlord register in England yet. Here's what you actually need to do: notify HMRC, check council selective/HMO licensing, and prepare for the PRS Database. Sourced from GOV.UK.

Do I need to register as a landlord in England?

There is no national landlord register in England yet. You must tell HMRC about rental income, check whether your council operates selective or HMO licensing for your address, and prepare your records for the Private Rented Sector Database being introduced by the Renters' Rights Act 2025.