Public sector rents will rise by 5% in April, taking the rent on a one-bedroom flat to an average of £77.96.
The decision to increase the rental levy has been reached by the Department of Infrastructure after consultation with the island’s 15 local housing authorities.
The government has said housing providers, including the DoI, face the challenge of providing affordable properties for rent while accommodating the high cost of services, including planned and capital maintenance.
Minister Dr Michelle Haywood said: “The importance of maintaining and developing the Island’s stock of more than 6,200 public sector properties has been a key factor in considering this year’s rise, while balancing concerns around affordability for tenants.
“I’d like to thank the local authorities for their input on this issue and look forward to further positive engagement on housing matters over the coming year.”
Included in this year’s review is an increase of the total rental income providers are able to use for both maintenance (rising from 30% to 32.5%) and administration (6% to 7%).
Tenants who have their rent met by the government as part of their income-assessed Social Security benefits will automatically have their benefits reassessed to take account of the new rental costs.
| Property Type | Average weekly rent for 2025/26 | Weekly difference from 2024/25 |
| 1 bed flat | £77.96 | £3.71 |
| 2 bed house | £114.87 | £5.47 |
| 3 bed house | £131.60 | £6.26 |
| 4 bed house | £162.05 | £7.71 |
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