There are five regular reports on the rental sector, some cover the UK and some that cover just England and Wales. Here is a summary of the report headlines and latest data together with Kate Faulkner’s comments to help landlords and tenants understand the implications of these reports for them.

With property prices being so different on a regional basis, never before has it been as important to secure the help of local property experts before you make your decision to move – or indeed to stay put.