- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- SW3 and SW10
- Location
- 2 miles south-west of London
Shared houses in Chelsea 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 Chelsea?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Chelsea. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Chelsea
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Chelsea
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Chelsea
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Chelsea
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Chelsea
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Chelsea
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Chelsea
- Student HMO refurbishment in Chelsea
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Chelsea
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Chelsea
- Communal kitchen refits in Chelsea
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Chelsea
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Chelsea
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Chelsea
- Fire doors in Chelsea
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Chelsea
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chelsea
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Chelsea
- Sound insulation in Chelsea
- EPC and energy upgrades in Chelsea
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chelsea
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Chelsea
- Extensions for extra rooms in Chelsea
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Chelsea
HMO rules for Chelsea
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- 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.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
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 Chelsea
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
Nearby places we cover
- Battersea (1 mi)
- Fulham (1 mi)
- Pimlico (1 mi)
- City of Westminster (2 mi)
- Notting Hill (2 mi)
- London (2 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Chelsea?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Chelsea the nearest towns on our list are Battersea (1 miles), Fulham (1 miles), Pimlico (1 miles).
Does a shared house in Chelsea 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 Chelsea?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.