- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- E13, E14 and E16
- Location
- 6 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Newham
From Stratford (2 miles away) to the centre of Canning Town, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Canning Town?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Canning Town, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Canning Town
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Canning Town
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Canning Town
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Canning Town
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Canning Town
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Canning Town
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Canning Town
- Student HMO refurbishment in Canning Town
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Canning Town
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Canning Town
- Communal kitchen refits in Canning Town
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Canning Town
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Canning Town
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Canning Town
- Fire doors in Canning Town
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Canning Town
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Canning Town
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Canning Town
- Sound insulation in Canning Town
- EPC and energy upgrades in Canning Town
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Canning Town
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Canning Town
- Extensions for extra rooms in Canning Town
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Canning Town
HMO rules for Canning Town
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
London Borough of Newham: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 31 Jul 2013. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 22 of 24 wards (all except Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park) 1 Jan 2023-31 Dec 2027. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in the same 22 wards from 1 Jun 2023 to 31 May 2028. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Canning Town before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Newham HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Canning Town
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £5,100 – £11,500 | letting room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Canning Town?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Canning Town the nearest towns on our list are Stratford (2 miles), Bow (2 miles), Canary Wharf (2 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Canning Town?
Canning Town is covered by London Borough of Newham. 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 Canning Town?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.