Letting agents in Croydon

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Average rents in Croydon

Average monthly private rents in Croydon for September 2026, from the latest official figures.

All properties£1,586a monthUp 3.4% on last year
1 bedroom£1,267a month
2 bedrooms£1,577a month
3 bedrooms£1,864a month
4 or more bedrooms£2,674a month

By property type

Detached house£2,631a month
Semi-detached house£2,006a month
Terraced house£1,802a month
Flat or maisonette£1,440a month

The average rent in Croydon is £752 a month below the average for London.

Averages are a starting point. Your property could achieve more or less depending on its size, condition and exact location, which is why a free valuation from a local agent is the best way to set your asking rent.

Source: Office for National Statistics, Price Index of Private Rents, figures for September 2026, published 21 October 2026. Rents last updated on this page on 29 October 2026. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

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Letting agents covering Croydon

These agents cover Croydon through Letting Agents Quotes. When you request a valuation, we pass it to the agent that covers your postcode.

Letting in Croydon

Croydon is one of London's biggest boroughs for renting. Fast trains from East and West Croydon into Victoria and London Bridge, plus the tram network, make it popular with commuters who want more space for their money than in inner London. New-build flats around the town centre sit alongside Victorian and Edwardian houses in Thornton Heath, South Norwood and Addiscombe.

South of the town centre, Purley, Sanderstead and South Croydon offer larger family homes that attract tenants looking for longer lets near good schools. Because the borough is so varied, the right asking rent depends heavily on your exact street and how close it is to a station.

What you get from a free rental valuation

A rental valuation is the first step to letting any property in Croydon, and it costs you nothing. When a local agent values your property, you can expect:

  • A realistic monthly rent based on similar homes that have recently let near you, not just asking prices online.
  • Advice on what affects the rent, such as furnishing, parking, outdoor space and the condition of the kitchen and bathroom.
  • A view on local demand, including who is likely to rent your property and how quickly it could let.
  • An explanation of the services on offer, from finding a tenant to full management.
  • A clear quote for fees, so you know what letting would cost before you commit to anything.

Even if you aren't ready to let yet, a valuation gives you a figure to plan with, whether you're moving out, buying to let or deciding whether to sell.

How it works

  1. Enter your postcode and a few details about the property: its type, number of bedrooms and when you'd like to let it.
  2. We pass your request on to the agent that covers your postcode in Croydon.
  3. Get your valuation. The agent gives you a rent figure and explains its services and fees.
  4. Decide in your own time. There's no obligation. Look at the figure and the quote, ask questions, and only go ahead if it's right for you.

Rules for landlords in Croydon

Letting in England changed on 1 May 2026, when the Renters' Rights Act came into force. Tenancies no longer have a fixed end date, section 21 “no-fault” notices have ended, and rent can only be increased once a year using a formal notice. Read our guide to what the Renters' Rights Act means for landlords.

Landlords also need to register on the new national landlord database. The registration window for London runs from 15 July to 14 October 2027. See our landlord database guide for what you'll need.

Larger houses in multiple occupation need a licence everywhere in England, and some councils also license other rented homes. Check with Croydon Council whether a licensing scheme covers your property before you let it. A local agent can tell you at your valuation.

Questions to ask at your valuation

  • What rent would you advertise my property at, and what is that based on?
  • What's included in each service, and what costs extra?
  • Is your fee quoted with or without VAT?
  • How long is the contract, and is there a cost to leave?
  • Who will look after my property day to day?
  • How do you reference tenants, and what happens if rent isn't paid?

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Croydon?

The average private rent in Croydon was £1,586 a month in September 2026, according to the Office for National Statistics. What your property could achieve depends on its size, condition and exact location, so a free valuation from a local agent gives you a more accurate figure.

Is Croydon a good place for buy-to-let?

Croydon's transport links and wide range of property types keep demand steady from commuters and families. Rents vary a lot across the borough, so a local valuation is the best way to see what your property could achieve.

Do I need a licence to let in Croydon?

Larger HMOs need a mandatory licence everywhere in England, and Croydon Council has run borough-wide licensing for private rented homes in the past. Check the council's current scheme for your property before you let it.

Which letting agents cover Croydon?

Through Letting Agents Quotes, Leaders, Stirling Ackroyd and LettingaProperty.com cover Croydon. Enter your postcode and we'll pass your request to the agent that covers your street.

Is a rental valuation in Croydon free?

Yes. The valuation is free and there's no obligation to let your property with the agent afterwards. You only pay fees if you decide to go ahead and sign up to one of their services.

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