Information provided applies to England & Wales

You searched for Security of tenure

Your rights to stay in your home if you are renting it.

Top PicksA quality controlled selection of all the best legal information from a wide range of providers hand picked from the best websites by Advicenow

Tenancy rights checker - what type of tenancy do I have?

What kind of agreement (tenancy) you have with your landlord affects your legal rights. These rights depend on who you rent from, when your agreement started and whether your landlord lives in the same building - not just what your agreement says. Answer a few simple questions here to find out what kind of tenancy you have. (Content applies in England only.)

https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/downloads_and_tools/tenancy_rights...
Shelter
Information Star

Renting from a social housing landlord

Covers secure and assured tenancies available for tenants of local authorities, housing associations and housing cooperatives. Includes information on rent, renting from a public sector landlord and what a public sector landlord is, what it means to be a public sector tenant, and what rights public sector tenants have. Also includes information on repairs, the right to stay in the accommodation and introductory tenancies.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/renting-a-home/renting-from-a-social-h...
Citizens Advice
Information Star

Tenancy rights - security of tenure (PDF)

Links to a factsheet that provides information on the legal rights of tenants to keep their home (security of tenure).

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/globalassets/age-uk/documents/factsheets/fs68_tenancy_r...
Age UK
Information Star

Tenants' responsibilities

A tenancy doesn't just give you rights, it also brings responsibilities. It's important to stick to the rules and to get advice as soon as possible if you have problems. (Content applies to England only.)

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/private_renting/tenants_responsibil...
Shelter
Information Star

Regulated tenancy and security of tenure (PDF)

Most residential lettings by private landlords that began before 15 January 1989 will be regulated tenancies under the Rent Act 1977. This guide explains the characteristics of a regulated tenancy, including the important rights concerning the amount of rent a regulated tenant can be charged and security of tenure.
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/11445/...
GOV.UK
Information Star

Subtenants

Sharing a home can be great, but it's important to choose who you live with carefully and to check that you understand your rights. (Content applies to England only.)

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/private_renting/subtenants
Shelter
Information Star

Eviction rights checker

An interactive tool that lets you check whether or not your landlord can evict you. Your rights will vary a lot depending on who your landlord is and when your agreement started. Landlords have to follow different rules depending on the type of agreement you have (Content applies to England only).

http://england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/downloads_and_tools/eviction_checker
Shelter
Information Star

Security of tenure when the lease runs out

This explains your rights if you own a flat on a long lease and the lease expires. The law provides security for you to remain in occupation.

https://www.lease-advice.org/advice-guide/security-tenure/
LEASE- The Leasehold Advisory Service
Information Star

Need more help?

There are lots of organisations who can offer information, advice and support to help you deal with your everyday legal problem. View our directory of helpful organisations.
Help Directory