The latest Ministry of Justice statistics for Q2 2025 (April to June) have revealed some concerning trends for landlords. While the number of possession claims has slightly decreased, the time it takes for landlords to regain possession of their property has reached unprecedented levels.

In today’s market, understanding these changes is critical to protecting your investment and ensuring you’re covered if the unexpected happens.

Key Findings from the Latest Statistics

1. Eviction Timelines Are Longer Than Ever

For private landlords, the average time from a claim to repossession has now stretched to 33.8 weeks, nearly eight months.

And this doesn’t even include the notice period you must give before the court process begins.

This is up from 32.5 weeks in Q1 and 31.7 weeks in Q2 2024, showing a clear and consistent upward trend.

2. Delays Are Happening at the Final Stage

While the time from claim to order and order to warrant has remained fairly stable, averaging 11.9 weeks and 19.7 weeks respectively, the biggest delays are happening after the warrant stage.

• Time from warrant to repossession is now averaging over 32 weeks, meaning even once you have legal backing, it’s taking far longer to regain control of your property.

This highlights that the court system is still a major bottleneck and landlords could face significant waiting times before resolving disputes.

3. Rising Financial Pressure on Property Owners

It’s not just rental possession cases being affected. Mortgage possession claims have increased by 22% this quarter alone, underlining the broader financial strain many property owners are experiencing.

Why This Matters for Landlords

These figures highlight a stark reality:

• Recovering possession of your property now takes longer than ever.
• Delays mean greater financial risk if a tenant falls into arrears or disputes arise.
• Unexpected costs can escalate quickly without proper protection.

In this environment, relying on the court process alone could leave you exposed, both financially and emotionally.

Protect Yourself with Rent & Legal Protection

At Boydens, we understand the challenges landlords face. That’s why we offer comprehensive Rent and Legal Protection warranties designed to safeguard your investment.

With a Boydens Rent & Legal Warranty, you get:

• Guaranteed rental income even if your tenant falls behind.
• Full legal expense cover to manage disputes and possession claims.
• Peace of mind knowing your property and cash flow are protected.

In today’s climate of lengthy possession timelines, having this level of protection is no longer optional, it’s essential.

Take Action Now

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Protect your rental income and your property rights before you need to rely on a court system facing record delays.

📞 Call us today or 📧 contact our lettings team to discuss how a Rent & Legal Warranty can give you the confidence and security you need as a landlord.