TA6 Property Information Form – what's changing in March?

From 30 March 2026, the 6th edition of the TA6 Property Information Form ("The TA6") will come into use for residential property transactions in England and Wales.

The new version of this form has been developed after an extended consultation process by the Law Society amongst residential property lawyers and their clients. The new version of the form aims to introduce a more streamlined, practical approach to property information.

What is the TA6?

The TA6 is completed by sellers and provides important information about a property, including boundaries, alterations, building work, disputes, flooding, utilities, and environmental matters. Buyers and their solicitors rely on this information when deciding whether to proceed and when raising further enquiries about a property.

What’s changed?

The new TA6 has been simplified and shortened following feedback from residential property lawyers and sellers, with the aim of avoiding sellers being overwhelmed by paperwork at the start of a transaction.  Key changes include:

• A reduced number of sections, removing some of the more complex or duplicated questions found in the previous editions
• Clearer wording for the TA6 itself, making it easier for sellers to understand what is being asked and making it easier to fill in
• Clearer explanatory notes with worked examples to make them more user-friendly and accessible
• More questions where the answer can be “not known” and more questions framed as “are you aware”, allowing sellers to answer accurately without being forced to guess
• Greater emphasis on providing information that the seller actually knows, rather than trying to provide information which is better dealt with through searches.

What does this mean for sellers?

Sellers will still be responsible for answering the questions on the TA6 truthfully, honestly and carefully, but it is hoped that the new format will make the process easier.  It is essential that sellers take time to review and complete the form thoroughly, as the information provided will be relied upon by the buyer.  Sellers should bear in mind that buyers may have claims for compensation or, in extreme cases, be able to effectively cancel the contract if the TA6 is not completed properly.

What does this mean for buyers?

Buyers should be aware that the TA6 remains subject to the principle of buyer beware. While the TA6 provides helpful information, it does not replace the need for surveys, searches and independent legal advice.   We always recommend that every buyer undertake a building survey by a qualified surveyor before purchase.

When does it apply?

The new TA6  applies to transactions starting on or after 30 March 2026. Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) firms are expected to adopt the new form from this date. Firms can start using the new form now if they wish to do so.