From Citywire.co.uk: New research shows it is cheaper to buy a property than rent in 80% of towns and cities due to falling house prices and rising rents.
Rents have been rising steadily, hitting an average this month of nearly £700 a month according to figures from property services company LSL, which owns the UK’s largest lettings agency network. Rents are now 4.5% higher than a year ago and demand remains strong……………………………………….Full Article: Source