- Area
- Newport
- Nation
- Wales
- Postcodes
- NP10, NP18, NP19 and NP20
- Location
- 11 miles north-east of Cardiff
- Council
- Newport City Council
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Newport (Newport) 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 Newport (Newport)?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Newport (Newport) and NP10, NP18, NP19 and NP20.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Newport (Newport)
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Newport (Newport)
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Newport (Newport)
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Newport (Newport)
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Newport (Newport)
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newport (Newport)
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newport (Newport)
- Student HMO refurbishment in Newport (Newport)
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Newport (Newport)
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Newport (Newport)
- Communal kitchen refits in Newport (Newport)
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Newport (Newport)
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Newport (Newport)
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newport (Newport)
- Fire doors in Newport (Newport)
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Newport (Newport)
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newport (Newport)
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Newport (Newport)
- Sound insulation in Newport (Newport)
- EPC and energy upgrades in Newport (Newport)
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Newport (Newport)
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Newport (Newport)
- Extensions for extra rooms in Newport (Newport)
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Newport (Newport)
HMO rules for Newport (Newport)
- Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales; self-managing landlords also need a Rent Smart Wales licence.
- Planning: 3–6 sharers is use class C4, and changing a house to C4 always needs planning permission in Wales; 7 or more is sui generis.
- Mandatory licence for HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils add additional licensing.
Newport City Council: local HMO schemes
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area City-wide additional HMO licensing 13 Feb 2025-12 Feb 2030 (replaced 2019 scheme). |
|---|---|
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Newport (Newport) before you buy or start work. Source: Newport City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Newport (Newport)
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,150 – £8,450 | bathroom |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,750 – £9,400 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,500 – £16,900 | kitchen |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Newport (Newport) do you work in?
All of them, including NP10, NP18, NP19 and NP20, and the surrounding parts of Newport.
Which council covers HMOs in Newport (Newport)?
Newport (Newport) is covered by Newport 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 Newport (Newport)?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.