Landlord guide for Reading
Reading is a Thames Valley commuter and technology hub with high rents, fast letting times and an active licensing regime.
Licensing and local rules
- Mandatory HMO licensing applies to larger shared houses.
- Additional licensing has covered smaller HMOs across much of the borough.
- Article 4 controls apply to new small HMO conversions.
What the local market looks like
- Rail links to London keep professional demand strong all year.
- High rents support good income, but purchase prices keep yields moderate.
- Sharers and young professionals are a large part of the tenant base.
Your council
Licensing designations change, so always confirm the position for the exact address with the local authority before you let.