- Area
- County Durham
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- DL5 and DL17
- Location
- 25 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Council
- Durham County Council
Our Newton Aycliffe work covers DL5 and DL17 and the surrounding area, 25 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne, with the same survey-first, fixed-quote approach we use across County Durham.
What HMO works do we carry out in Newton Aycliffe?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Newton Aycliffe, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Newton Aycliffe
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Newton Aycliffe
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Newton Aycliffe
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Newton Aycliffe
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Newton Aycliffe
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newton Aycliffe
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newton Aycliffe
- Student HMO refurbishment in Newton Aycliffe
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Newton Aycliffe
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Newton Aycliffe
- Communal kitchen refits in Newton Aycliffe
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Newton Aycliffe
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Newton Aycliffe
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newton Aycliffe
- Fire doors in Newton Aycliffe
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Newton Aycliffe
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newton Aycliffe
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Newton Aycliffe
- Sound insulation in Newton Aycliffe
- EPC and energy upgrades in Newton Aycliffe
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Newton Aycliffe
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Newton Aycliffe
- Extensions for extra rooms in Newton Aycliffe
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Newton Aycliffe
HMO rules for Newton Aycliffe
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
Durham County Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Directions cover Durham City and other named areas (2016-2022); extension to rest of county proposed. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in 103 designated areas 1 Apr 2022-31 Mar 2027; consultation on a replacement (87 postcodes, c.38% of PRS) closed 12 Aug 2026. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Newton Aycliffe before you buy or start work. Source: Durham County Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Newton Aycliffe
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,350 – £16,550 | kitchen |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £3,700 – £8,300 | letting room |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £740 – £1,850 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
Nearby places we cover
- Bishop Auckland (5 mi)
- Darlington (7 mi)
- Stockton-on-Tees (11 mi)
- Durham (11 mi)
- Billingham (11 mi)
- Thornaby-on-Tees (12 mi)
Questions
Which postcodes in Newton Aycliffe do you work in?
All of them, including DL5 and DL17, and the surrounding parts of County Durham.
Which council covers HMOs in Newton Aycliffe?
Newton Aycliffe is covered by Durham County Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
What HMO services do you offer in Newton Aycliffe?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.