Student Tenant Quick-Use Guide (UK – 2025 Renters’ Rights Act)
Your Key Rights
- No “no-fault” evictions — landlord must give a legal reason.
- You can leave anytime with 2 months’ notice.
- Rent can increase once a year only, with 2 months’ notice.
- You can challenge unfair rent increases.
- Landlords cannot discriminate against students or benefit claimants.
- Right to request a pet (landlord cannot refuse unreasonably).
At Move-In
- Get these documents:
- Tenancy agreement
- Deposit protection details
- EPC (energy rating)
- Gas safety certificate (if gas)
Take photos of everything.
Check and correct the inventory.
Money & Bills
Check if rent includes bills.
- Agree how to split bills with housemates if not included.
- Keep proof of rent payments.
Living With Housemates
- Confirm if your tenancy is:
- Joint (shared responsibility)
- Individual (your room only)
- Set up:
- Cleaning rota
- Noise rules
- Shared costs
Repairs
- Report issues online, www.reed residential.co.uk report a repair
- Landlord must fix:
- Heating & hot water
- Plumbing
- Electrics
- Structural problems
- If ignored, contact:
- Local council
- University housing office
Privacy
- Landlord must give 24 hours’ notice before entering.
- No entering without permission unless emergency.
Before You Move Out
- Give 2 months’ notice.
- Clean your room + shared areas.
- Remove rubbish/food.
- Take photos after cleaning.
- Return all keys.
Getting Your Deposit Back
- Deposit must be in a protection scheme.
- You get it back if:
- No unpaid rent
- No major damage
- Inventory items returned
- You must receive a list explaining any deductions.
