With the support of the UKREiiF organisers, the Housed team are hosting 'Housed - the Shared Living Summit' at the 2026 UKREiiF in Leeds from 19th - 21st May.
Situated in the heart of the event, it will be the place to get content about BTR, coliving, PBSA, SFH, later living rental and university accommodation.
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SUMMIT PROGAMME:
TUESDAY
11.00am - 11.45am
Live Housed Shared Living Podcast sponsored by Alasco
An unfiltered state-of-the-sector session covering PBSA, BTR, coliving, HMOs, later living and university halls. The hosts cut through headlines to assess real demand, capital flows, viability pressure and political risk. Expect honest commentary on what is structurally strong, what is fragile, and where shared living goes next.
12.15pm - 12.45pm
Question time with the Sector Experts
Operators and investors from PBSA, HMO, BTR, coliving, SFH and rented later living face direct, unscripted questions. Is the model evolving or under strain? Where is the sector falling short? What must improve to protect growth and reputation? A fast-paced, audience-driven debate designed to surface uncomfortable truths and practical solutions.
13.10pm - 13.40pm
Panel discussion: Can the shared rented living sectors solve the housing crisis?
With homeownership out of reach for many, can rental-led models become core housing infrastructure? This panel explores whether PBSA, BTR, coliving, SFH and later living can scale delivery, attract capital and influence policy. A strategic discussion on planning reform, affordability and the sector’s national role.
14.00pm - 14.40pm
Panel discussion: Beyond labels - the end of residential silos?
As boundaries blur between PBSA, BTR and coliving, are planning use classes and tenure silos outdated? This session challenges whether renters should remain segmented or whether policy must reflect how people actually live. A forward-looking debate on flexibility, integration and reform.
15.00pm - 15.40pm
Panel Discussion: Residential Real Estate’s AI Future - Full Life Cycle adoption from Development to Operations
AI is moving from experimentation to execution. This panel examines how it is transforming development appraisal, cost control, leasing, resident engagement and asset management. What does full lifecycle adoption look like and where are early adopters gaining measurable advantage?
16.00pm - 17.00pm
Networking Session sponsored by ARL, The Property Marketing Strategists & RESI Consultancy
WEDNESDAY
11.00am - 11.30am
Panel Discussion: In a Trump World, does the Greater Good of Sustainability, DEI and Social Impact still Matter?
As political priorities shift globally, does ESG and DEI still drive value? This panel tests whether sustainability and DEI improves performance, protects income and attracts capital. A pragmatic debate on regulation, investor expectations and resident demand.
11.50am - 12.20pm
Question time with the residents from PBSA, BTR, HMOs, coliving, rented later living -
Residents from PBSA, BTR, HMOs, coliving and later living share why they rent and how it feels to live in these models. What matters most: price, flexibility, community or service? A reality check on the lived experience behind the investment case.
12.40pm - 13.10pm
Regulation Nation - the growing weight of policy and politics on rental living - From the Renters’ Rights Act to Building Safety reform, regulation is reshaping rental housing. Which policies genuinely improve standards and which add cost without impact? A grounded discussion on operational implications, compliance pressure and the political voice of renters.
13.30pm - 14.00pm
Education, Mobility and the Future of Rental Living beyond 2030 #
Talent drives cities. This panel explores how universities, employers and rental housing intersect to shape urban growth. How can the sector strengthen its social and economic narrative while preparing for changing student flows and workforce mobility?
14.30pm - 15.15pm
Live Housed Shared Living Podcast sponsored by Fresh
A live reaction session unpacking the biggest debates and emerging themes from UKREiiF. Expect sharp analysis, behind-the-scenes insight and a forward look at what the conversations mean for developers, investors, operators and residents.
15.30pm - 16.30pm
Networking session hosted by Housing Hand
THURSDAY
11.00am - 11.30am
Panel Discussion - You’re not Competing on Product Anymore - why Rental Living Wins or Loses on Marketing
In a crowded market, brand and positioning matter as much as buildings. This panel explores how marketing, digital strategy and community storytelling now drive leasing and retention across PBSA, BTR and coliving. Are operators truly differentiated?
11.50am - 12.30pm
Panel Discussion - Rethinking Viability with Affordability & Flexibility in Rental Living
Rising costs and political pressure are squeezing margins. What must change to protect viability while improving affordability? This session explores new funding models, design choices and operational efficiencies shaping the next phase of rental living.
12.50am - 13.30pm
Live Housed Shared Living Podcast - What have we Learned about the Shared Living Sectors at UKREiiF?
A closing reflection on three days of debate. Where is there real consensus, and where do tensions remain? The hosts summarise the strategic priorities the shared living sector must address next.
Live podcasts
Incredible networking
Amazing panel discussions
Challenging topics and conversation
Live youth forums
Latest insights
We are very excited to be curating the Housed Shared Living Summit with some amazing content.
We will be looking for contributors when we start to coordinate the programme in the new year once we have allocated partnerships. If you have something interesting to say, a unique piece of content or a brilliant idea, please get in touch via the button below.
