Renting in Bradford
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council · Yorkshire and the Humber
Local council rules, licensing schemes, and tenant resources for renters in Bradford.
Licensing Schemes
Active Schemes
HMO Licence Fee
£700 - £950
Selective Licence Fee
£450 - £600
Selective Licensing Areas
Estimated 25,000 private rented properties in the Bradford area.
HMO Rules in Bradford
Bradford has selective licensing in several inner-city wards. The council uses the scheme to tackle poor housing conditions and anti-social behaviour. Bradford's PRS has grown significantly in recent years.
Check the HMO Register
View the public HMO register: City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council HMO Register
What landlords must do:
- Obtain the correct licence for the property type
- Meet minimum room sizes (6.51m2 for one person, 10.22m2 for two)
- Provide adequate kitchen and bathroom facilities
- Install and maintain fire safety equipment
- Keep the property in good repair and free from hazards
Report a Housing Problem
If you are experiencing issues with your rented property in Bradford, contact the council's environmental health team. They can investigate complaints about damp, mould, disrepair, overcrowding, and other hazards.
Phone
01274 432240
Contact via website
Council Website
www.bradford.gov.ukTenant Advice in Bradford
Local Advice Line
Bradford CAB: 01274 223355
Free help is available from:
- Shelter (national housing charity, free advice line: 0808 800 4444)
- Citizens Advice (free, confidential advice on housing issues)
- Your local council's housing advice service
Rental Market in Bradford
2-Bed Rent
£625
/month
Avg Yield
7.2%
Growth (YoY)
4.5%
Demand
Medium
Your Rights as a Renter
Whether you are renting in Bradfordor anywhere else in the UK, you have legal protections as a tenant. The Renters' Rights Bill strengthens these protections further.
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