What is happening in property?
Property headlines for landlords, renters, sellers and buyers in Blackburn and Lancashire, brought together by Lock & Key. Each update links to its original source.
Landlords
Practical changes and announcements for people who let property.
Stronger protections and greater confidence for renters
All landlords must sign up to new, simple ‘Register your rental property’ service as it rolls out across the country.…
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateCrackdown on dangerous rented homes as new £7k fines kick in
Councils can issue fines of up to £7,000 from 22 June 2026, if landlords are found to have serious hazards in their rented properties.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateHistoric protections for renters in action across England
The most historic changes to private renting in England now give 11 million tenants landmark new rights and protections that will transform their experiences.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateRenters
The updates that could matter when you rent or look for a home.
Stronger protections and greater confidence for renters
All landlords must sign up to new, simple ‘Register your rental property’ service as it rolls out across the country.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateHistoric protections for renters in action across England
The most historic changes to private renting in England now give 11 million tenants landmark new rights and protections that will transform their experiences.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateRenting in the news
Browse the BBC’s latest reporting on renting and tenants.
Source: BBC NewsBBC renting newsSellers and buyers
Housing market and sale related announcements.
UK House Price Index for July 2026
The UK HPI shows house price changes for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateUK House Price Index for June 2026
The UK HPI shows house price changes for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateSelling and buying in the news
Follow BBC reporting on house prices, property sales and the wider housing market.
Source: BBC NewsBBC housing market newsLatest housing updates
Recent official news for landlords, renters, sellers and buyers.
New first-time buyer scheme to be confirmed at Budget
The new scheme called Your First Home will support first-time buyers.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateUK House Price Index for July 2026
The UK HPI shows house price changes for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateWhat does this mean for your property?
News can affect each home differently. Speak to our Blackburn team about selling, letting or finding your next place.
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