- Area
- East Sussex
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- TN34 and TN38
- Location
- 31 miles east of Brighton
Shared houses in Hastings range from small three-sharer lets to larger houses over several floors. Whatever the size, we start with a measured survey and the council’s written standards.
What HMO works do we carry out in Hastings?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Hastings. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Hastings
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Hastings
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Hastings
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Hastings
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Hastings
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Hastings
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Hastings
- Student HMO refurbishment in Hastings
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Hastings
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Hastings
- Communal kitchen refits in Hastings
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Hastings
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Hastings
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Hastings
- Fire doors in Hastings
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Hastings
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Hastings
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Hastings
- Sound insulation in Hastings
- EPC and energy upgrades in Hastings
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Hastings
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Hastings
- Extensions for extra rooms in Hastings
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Hastings
HMO rules for Hastings
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- 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.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
Guide prices in Hastings
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,500 – £10,100 | letting room |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,900 – £7,300 | letting room |
Nearby places we cover
- Bexhill-on-Sea (5 mi)
- Hailsham (14 mi)
- Eastbourne (14 mi)
- Seaford (22 mi)
- Crowborough (23 mi)
- Royal Tunbridge Wells (24 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Hastings?
We cover the whole of East Sussex and work UK-wide. For Hastings the nearest towns on our list are Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles), Hailsham (14 miles), Eastbourne (14 miles).
Does a shared house in Hastings need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
What HMO services do you offer in Hastings?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.