Assured Shorthold Tenancy (Fixed Term) — Word & PDF Template

This fixed-term assured shorthold tenancy (AST) agreement is the standard residential letting contract used by landlords and tenants in England and Wales. It sets the tenancy for a defined term and records rent, deposit and the responsibilities of each party.

Who is this template for?

It is intended for private landlords, letting agents and tenants in England and Wales letting a residential property on a fixed-term basis. Use it for a typical six- or twelve-month let where the deposit is protected in an approved scheme.

What does the template include?

The agreement is organised into clearly numbered clauses covering the tenancy:

• Parties — identifies the landlord and the tenant.
• The property — address and what is let.
• Tenancy term — start date and fixed term.
• Rent — amount, due dates and payment.
• Deposit — amount and protection in an approved scheme.
• Landlord obligations — repairs and statutory duties.
• Tenant obligations — care of the property and conduct.
• Utilities and council tax — responsibility for bills.
• Pets and smoking — permissions and restrictions.
• Termination and notice — ending the tenancy.
• Inventory — record of contents and condition.
• Governing law — England and Wales jurisdiction.
• Signatures — execution by both parties.

Easy to customise

The template works in Microsoft Word, Google Docs and LibreOffice. Fill in the highlighted fields, edit the clauses to suit the property and remove anything that does not apply.

Format and scope

Supplied as an editable Word (.docx) file and a ready-to-print PDF, formatted to A4. Written in plain British English with light, general references to England & Wales housing law.