Deposit Cap Calculator
Work out the maximum tenancy deposit and holding deposit you can take under the Renters' Rights Act 2025, and see how it compares to the old five-week cap.
Max tenancy deposit
£1,200
1 month's rent — the new cap
Holding deposit
£276.92
1 week's rent
Old cap (pre-2026)
£1,384.62
5 weeks' rent
Lower by
£184.62
Reduction vs the old cap
Remember to protect the deposit in an approved scheme and serve the prescribed information on the tenant within 30 days. The holding deposit must be refunded or applied to the rent/deposit within 15 days.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum tenancy deposit under the Renters' Rights Act 2025?
The deposit is capped at one month's rent (down from five weeks for most tenancies). It must be protected in a government-approved scheme within 30 days and prescribed information served in the same window.
What is the holding deposit cap?
A holding deposit is capped at one week's rent. It must be refunded or applied to the rent or deposit within 15 days unless the applicant withdraws or fails referencing through their own fault.
Do these caps apply across the UK?
The one-month deposit cap and holding deposit rules apply in England. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own deposit schemes and limits — check the rules for your part of the UK.
This calculator gives general estimates for UK private landlords and letting agents, not legal or tax advice. Figures depend on your circumstances and the rules in your part of the UK — check the detail or take advice before acting.