Quiet Enjoyment: What It Means for Renters in 2025 and How to Enforce It

Every renter in the UK has a legal right to ‘quiet enjoyment’ of their home — but few know what that means, let alone how to enforce it. In 2025, with more landlords using tech to monitor tenants and a rise in intrusive behaviour, understanding this right is more important than ever.

What Is ‘Quiet Enjoyment’?

This doesn’t mean silence — it means the right to use your home without interference. Landlords must not harass, trespass, or disrupt your life without proper notice. It’s a legal clause implied into every tenancy, even if it’s not written down.

Examples of Breaches in 2025

• Entering your home without notice or consent
• Constant inspections or surprise visits
• Harassing phone calls or messages from your landlord
• Installing CCTV that records inside your flat or garden

What Notice Must a Landlord Give in 2025?

Landlords must give at least 24 hours’ notice in writing before entering your home — and visits should only happen during ‘reasonable hours’. Even if repairs are needed, they cannot enter without permission unless it's an emergency.

How to Enforce Your Right to Quiet Enjoyment

Start by documenting the problem. Send a formal complaint if necessary. If the issue continues, you may be entitled to compensation, or could apply for a harassment or trespass order. The Krowd helps you take these steps safely and legally.

🧠 FAQ: Quiet Enjoyment

**Can my landlord enter for viewings?** Only with notice and consent. You can refuse non-essential visits during your tenancy.

**What if they show up unannounced?** Take notes, ask them to leave, and report repeated breaches to your council or The Krowd.

Your Home, Your Space — Make It Clear

You have the right to live peacefully — and The Krowd is here to protect it. Use our tools to log incidents, send notices, and escalate if needed. Quiet enjoyment isn’t a bonus — it’s the law.