The PRS Database explained: what you'll have to register, and by when
The one-sentence version: the government is introducing a PRS Database and registration process for private landlords in England, expected to roll out from late 2026. Dates, fields, fees and document requirements remain subject to official announcements; Kept does not submit to the database directly.
What goes on the database
- Your contact details (including all joint landlords)
- Property details - address, type, bedrooms, occupancy
- Safety information: gas and electrical certificates and EPCs
The information available to councils or tenants, and the documents required, should be checked against the latest official guidance. Kept is not a live government database or feed: it helps you keep your own property facts and evidence organised for review and future registration.
When it happens
The rollout is expected to be regional, beginning in late 2026, with wider registration expected in 2027. The date, scope and consequences for a property depend on the official process and when it applies in that area. The Ombudsman, Decent Homes Standard and Awaab's Law are separate implementation matters.
How to be ready in an afternoon
- Gather your current gas record, EICR and EPC for every property - digital copies, clearly named.
- Diarise their expiry dates and keep the current copies easy to find.
- List every joint landlord's details now - chasing a co-owner's paperwork at deadline is miserable.
Sources: Renters' Rights Act 2025 · MHCLG implementation roadmap · government PRS Database announcements. General information, not legal advice, as at July 2026.