News Archive for September 2026

Homesforth Bank Rate update graphic, September 2026 Monetary Policy Committee decision

Bank Rate Held at 3.75%: What the September 2026 Decision Means for West Hampstead, Kilburn and Kensal Rise

The Bank of England held Bank Rate at 3.75% in September 2026. Homesforth explains what it means for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants in West Hampstead, Kilburn and Kensal Rise.

Source: Jayden

Back to School · Where to Live in NW London

Explore the best back-to-school areas in NW London. Find schools, libraries, sports centres and local amenities in West Hampstead, Kilburn and Kensal Rise.

Written by: Homesforth Source: Jayden

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Holding deposit - Capped at 1 weeks rent (only applicable where the Landlord has withdrawn the offer)

Security Deposit - Capped at 5 weeks rent for annual rental under £50,000, or 6 weeks rent for annual rental over £50,000

Rent - The agreed monthly rent as stated in the AST contract

Changes to tenancy - Capped at £50 including Vat

Early termination charge - Not exceeding the landlord’s financial losses

Late payment of rent - Interest of 3% above BoE base rate for each day the rent is late, once it is four weeks’ overdue

Replacement keys - Reasonable costs as charged by the supplier or the option for the tenant to purchase directly themselves

Utilities, council tax, communication services, TV Licence etc - Tenants own responsibility unless otherwise stated in the Assured Tenancy Shorthold (AST) contract

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