- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SW2, SW4 and SW9
- Location
- 3 miles south of London
Brixton is a town of around 65,000 people, 3 miles south of London. We cover every part of it, from SW2, SW4 and SW9 out to Peckham, Pimlico.
What HMO works do we carry out in Brixton?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Brixton, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Brixton
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Brixton
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Brixton
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Brixton
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Brixton
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Brixton
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Brixton
- Student HMO refurbishment in Brixton
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Brixton
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Brixton
- Communal kitchen refits in Brixton
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Brixton
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Brixton
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Brixton
- Fire doors in Brixton
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Brixton
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brixton
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Brixton
- Sound insulation in Brixton
- EPC and energy upgrades in Brixton
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brixton
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Brixton
- Extensions for extra rooms in Brixton
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Brixton
HMO rules for Brixton
- Planning: 3–6 sharers is use class C4, usually permitted development from a family house unless an Article 4 direction applies; 7 or more normally needs permission.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
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 Brixton
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £4,500 – £8,300 | letting room |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £7,700 – £15,350 | house |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Brixton?
Yes. We work across Brixton and the SW2, SW4 and SW9 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Peckham, Pimlico, Battersea.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Brixton?
With the local council for the address. 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.
What HMO services do you offer in Brixton?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.