- Area
- Leicestershire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- LE2 and LE18
- Location
- 4 miles south-east of Leicester
Shared houses in Wigston Magna 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 Wigston Magna?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in Wigston Magna. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Wigston Magna
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Wigston Magna
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Wigston Magna
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Wigston Magna
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Wigston Magna
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wigston Magna
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Wigston Magna
- Student HMO refurbishment in Wigston Magna
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Wigston Magna
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Wigston Magna
- Communal kitchen refits in Wigston Magna
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Wigston Magna
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Wigston Magna
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Wigston Magna
- Fire doors in Wigston Magna
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Wigston Magna
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Wigston Magna
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Wigston Magna
- Sound insulation in Wigston Magna
- EPC and energy upgrades in Wigston Magna
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Wigston Magna
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Wigston Magna
- Extensions for extra rooms in Wigston Magna
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Wigston Magna
HMO rules for Wigston Magna
- 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.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
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 Wigston Magna
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,800 – £11,650 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,350 – £8,750 | bathroom |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £3,900 – £8,750 | letting room |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £780 – £1,950 | house |
Nearby places we cover
- Oadby (2 mi)
- Leicester (4 mi)
- Market Harborough (10 mi)
- Hinckley (12 mi)
- Loughborough (14 mi)
- Coalville (15 mi)
Questions
Which postcodes in Wigston Magna do you work in?
All of them, including LE2 and LE18, and the surrounding parts of Leicestershire.
Does a shared house in Wigston Magna 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 Wigston Magna?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.