- Area
- Kent
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- CT1 and CT2
- Location
- 54 miles east of London
- Council
- Canterbury City Council
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Canterbury is a town of around 55,000 people, 54 miles east of London. We cover every part of it, from CT1 and CT2 out to Whitstable, Herne Bay.
What HMO works do we carry out in Canterbury?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Canterbury. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Canterbury
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Canterbury
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Canterbury
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Canterbury
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Canterbury
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Canterbury
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Canterbury
- Student HMO refurbishment in Canterbury
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Canterbury
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Canterbury
- Communal kitchen refits in Canterbury
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Canterbury
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Canterbury
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Canterbury
- Fire doors in Canterbury
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Canterbury
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Canterbury
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Canterbury
- Sound insulation in Canterbury
- EPC and energy upgrades in Canterbury
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Canterbury
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Canterbury
- Extensions for extra rooms in Canterbury
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Canterbury
HMO rules for Canterbury
- 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.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
Canterbury City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction covering named wards or parts of them (incl. Barton, Blean Forest, Northgate, Westgate) since 25 Feb 2016. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | Not confirmed: check with the council |
| Selective licensing | Not confirmed: check with the council |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Canterbury before you buy or start work. Source: Canterbury City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Canterbury
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
Nearby places we cover
- Whitstable (6 mi)
- Herne Bay (7 mi)
- Faversham (9 mi)
- Ashford (Kent) (13 mi)
- Folkestone (14 mi)
- Deal (14 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Canterbury?
We cover the whole of Kent and work UK-wide. For Canterbury the nearest towns on our list are Whitstable (6 miles), Herne Bay (7 miles), Faversham (9 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Canterbury?
Canterbury is covered by Canterbury City 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 Canterbury?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.