The majority of people renting would choose not to if they could. You'll get a few people that say it's great and suits there lifestyle, but most would rather the security of owning their home.
I don’t think it’s as uncommon as you suggest. I rent an apartment in Australia and don’t really feel the desire to buy it. Buying is a massively complex financial investment with dubious returns. While renting is convenient and lets me move around to whatever suits me at the time.
The rental laws in my state are also quite good and continuously getting better.
The rental laws in my state are also quite good and continuously getting better.