The ARL BTR Operational Dataset

A sector-led benchmark to inform, improve and grow the Rental Living sector

A sector-led benchmark to inform, improve and grow the Rental Living sector

The ARL BTR Operational Dataset is a new, sector-wide initiative designed to provide objective, anonymised performance data that reflects the real-world operations of Build to Rent (BTR) assets.

 

Developed by and for the sector, this dataset is a vital tool to support better decision-making, investment confidence, and policy engagement.

Why it matters

  • Offers the sector a clear performance barometer and benchmark
  • Enables more informed goal-setting and investment strategy
  • Builds trust through transparency and shared insights
  • Supports campaigning and lobbying with robust data
  • Encourages continuous improvement and shared best practice

Key Benefits

  • Track core income and operational drivers
  • Understand the value and cost implications of facilities
  • Align KPIs with investor and operator expectations
  • Access aggregated, anonymised trend insights from across the sector

How It Works

  • Contribute

  • tenancy and operational data securely

  • Aggregate

  • through a trusted, anonymised process

  • Access

  • metrics, benchmarks and trends via ARL reporting

Get Involved

  • Participation costs £2,000 annually – supporting data accuracy, reporting and insights.


    By contributing, you’ll be shaping the Rental Living sector’s most comprehensive operational dataset.

     

  • Want to contribute or find out more?
    Contact us at [email protected] to register your interest.