- Area
- Norfolk
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- PE30 and PE34
- Location
- 30 miles north-east of Peterborough
Shared houses in King's Lynn 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 King's Lynn?
All 24 of our HMO services are available in King's Lynn. Each page below covers the work, the England rules and regional prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in King's Lynn
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in King's Lynn
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in King's Lynn
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in King's Lynn
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in King's Lynn
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in King's Lynn
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in King's Lynn
- Student HMO refurbishment in King's Lynn
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in King's Lynn
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in King's Lynn
- Communal kitchen refits in King's Lynn
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in King's Lynn
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in King's Lynn
- Fire alarm and detection systems in King's Lynn
- Fire doors in King's Lynn
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in King's Lynn
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in King's Lynn
- Rewires and EICR remedials in King's Lynn
- Sound insulation in King's Lynn
- EPC and energy upgrades in King's Lynn
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in King's Lynn
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in King's Lynn
- Extensions for extra rooms in King's Lynn
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in King's Lynn
HMO rules for King's Lynn
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 King's Lynn
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,850 – £9,550 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,250 – £10,600 | ensuite |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,250 – £9,550 | letting room |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,350 – £12,700 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of King's Lynn?
Yes. We work across King's Lynn and the PE30 and PE34 postcode areas, plus the rest of Norfolk. Nearby places we also cover include Wisbech, March, Spalding.
Does a shared house in King's Lynn 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 King's Lynn?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.