Free landlord tool
Rent Increase Eligibility Checker
Use this checker to estimate whether a rent increase may be possible based on your timing inputs. It is designed for typical assured periodic tenancies in England and provides guidance only.
This checker provides general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.
Tenancy and notice dates
Enter your tenancy and notice dates below. Optional fields help narrow the guidance based on your inputs.
Guidance
How rent increases usually work
Form 4A is commonly used to propose rent increases for many assured periodic tenancies in England. It should be completed accurately and served correctly.
As a rule of thumb, landlords usually allow at least two months between service and the proposed effective date.
Where a previous increase exists, timing should usually be checked against the 52-week rule to reduce avoidable errors.
Common questions
FAQ
No. This checker provides general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.
No. Results are based on your inputs and should be reviewed before serving any notice.
Choose "Not sure" to get a cautious warning, then confirm your tenancy details before proceeding.
The checker will flag issues and suggest the earliest date that may be safer to review.
Common reasons landlords delay notices
- Incorrect dates
- Previous increase timing conflicts
- Tenancy uncertainty
What happens next?
If the dates appear workable, continue to prepare your notice details.
Start Form 4A