national social rent policy of CPI + 1%
Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved social rent increases for 2026/27, aligning with the national CPI + 1% policy.
In February 2026, Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Cabinet approved a 4.8% rent increase for Housing Revenue Account properties for the 2026/27 financial year. This decision aligns with the national social rent policy of CPI + 1% and will result in an average weekly increase of £6.69 for tenants. The council also adjusted service charges, with most seeing an average weekly increase of £1.52, while heating and hot water charges are set to decrease.
The national social rent policy of CPI + 1% dictates how social rent increases are calculated, based on the Consumer Price Index plus one percent. This policy guides local authorities in setting their annual rent adjustments for social housing.
Key facts
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Cabinet approved a 4.8% rent increase for HRA properties for 2026/27. Source
- The decision was made on February 9, 2026. Source
- The rent increase aligns with the national social rent policy of CPI + 1%. Source
- Tenants will see an average weekly increase of £6.69. Source
- Most service charges will see an average weekly increase of £1.52. Source
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