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New Homes to Rent in Penrith

Are there new homes to rent in Penrith?

Want to rent a new-build home in Penrith? Land to Homes has no homes to let at the moment, and we do not take applications or holding deposits. Registering interest is free and tells us the area, size of home and timing you need. If we bring forward rental homes that match, we will get in touch with you.

New three-storey low-rise apartment block with balconies and a communal gardenPenrith · CA11

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  • Free to registerNo fees, no deposit, no obligation
  • Hear firstIf homes are released near you
  • Affordable homesWith councils and housing associations
  • Clear informationTenure, specification and warranty
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New homes around Penrith

Penrith sits about 18 miles south-east of Carlisle in Cumbria, in the CA11 postcode district. Carlisle is the closest neighbouring place we cover, at about 18 miles, followed by Kendal and Workington. Penrith is in the North West region of England.

When you register for Penrith, you can choose accessible and adaptable homes, homes for private rent or homes for first-time buyers. Planning in Penrith follows England’s rules: the National Planning Policy Framework sets national policy and the council’s Local Plan sets local policy.

Registering for Penrith is free and you can ask us to remove your details at any time.

What we offer in Penrith

Register interest for free

Tell us the area, type of home and timing you need. There are no fees, no holding deposits and no applications at this stage.

Clear information first

Before any home is offered, expect the rent, the tenancy type, the deposit arrangements and what is included to be set out in writing.

Tenancy rules by nation

Tenancies differ across the UK. We explain the general position in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland so you know what to expect.

Signposting to advice

We cannot advise on individual tenancy problems, but we can point you to independent housing advice services in your nation.

Planning in Penrith: the English rules

Buying a new-build home in Penrith follows the usual English process: an offer, conveyancing, exchange of contracts, which makes the purchase binding, and completion. Many buyers arrange a snagging inspection to find defects. New homes are usually covered by a structural warranty, and developers registered under the New Homes Quality Code give buyers access to the New Homes Ombudsman Service. We have no homes on sale yet, so register your interest to hear about future homes.

In England, the Renters' Rights Act 2025 has replaced assured shorthold tenancies with assured periodic tenancies for most private lets, ending section 21 'no fault' evictions. Deposits must be protected in a government-approved scheme. Social and affordable rent homes are let by councils and registered providers, which are regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing.

Key rules in Penrith
Local planning documentLocal Plan
Who decides applicationsThe local planning authority, usually the district, borough, city or unitary council (or a national park authority)
Land transaction tax (paid by the buyer)Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
Developer contributionsSection 106 planning obligations, plus the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) where the council charges it

Questions about New Homes to Rent in Penrith

Can I apply to you for a social or affordable rent home?

No. Social and affordable rent homes are let through council housing registers and housing association lists, which set the eligibility rules and decide who is offered a home. If a site we bring forward includes affordable homes, they will be let through the relevant council or housing association. Contact your local council's housing team to join a list.

What is build to rent?

Build to rent means homes designed and built specifically for renting, usually owned by one landlord and professionally managed as a whole development. Schemes often include on-site management and shared spaces. Land to Homes talks to institutional partners about build to rent, but we have no build to rent homes available at present.

What kind of tenancy would I get in England?

Under the Renters' Rights Act 2025, most new private tenancies in England are assured periodic tenancies with no fixed end date, and section 21 'no fault' evictions have ended. Landlords must rely on specified grounds to seek possession. Social housing tenancies follow different rules. For advice on your own circumstances, speak to an independent housing adviser.

Will my deposit be protected?

In most cases, yes. Each nation requires private landlords to protect tenancy deposits in an approved scheme within a set period and to give tenants information about the scheme. The detailed rules differ between England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. If homes we bring forward are let privately, deposits will be handled under the rules that apply.

Are there new homes available in Penrith now?

Not yet. Land to Homes has no homes available in Penrith at the moment. You can register your interest for Penrith, and we will contact you if we bring homes forward there or nearby.

Read more: New Homes to Rent · Guide: Renting a new-build home: tenancy rules in England, Wales, Scotland and NI

New Homes to Rent elsewhere in Cumbria

Own land that could take new homes?

Start with a free, no-obligation site appraisal. On option and promotion agreements we fund the planning work and pay your reasonable legal fees.

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