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.
Clampdown on dangerous homes to protect more tenants and families
Private renters are next to benefit from the protections of Awaab's Law. A government consultation is now open, looking at how to implement these new rights.
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateStronger 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 updateRenters
The updates that could matter when you rent or look for a home.
Clampdown on dangerous homes to protect more tenants and families
…Private renters are next to benefit from the protections of Awaab's Law. A government consultation is now open, looking at how to implement these new rights.…
Source: GOV.UKRead the original updateStronger 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 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 August 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 July 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 newsWhat 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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