- Area
- Oxfordshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- OX1 and OX2
- Location
- 24 miles north-west of Reading
- Council
- Oxford City Council
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Oxford 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 Oxford?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Oxford, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Oxford
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Oxford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Oxford
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Oxford
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Oxford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Oxford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Oxford
- Student HMO refurbishment in Oxford
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Oxford
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Oxford
- Communal kitchen refits in Oxford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Oxford
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Oxford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Oxford
- Fire doors in Oxford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Oxford
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Oxford
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Oxford
- Sound insulation in Oxford
- EPC and energy upgrades in Oxford
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Oxford
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Oxford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Oxford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Oxford
HMO rules for Oxford
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
Oxford City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area City-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) in effect since 25 Feb 2012. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area City-wide additional licensing; new designation in force 25 Jun 2026 for five years (previous scheme 10 Jun 2021-9 Jun 2026). |
| Selective licensing | In force across the council area City-wide selective licensing 1 Sep 2022-31 Aug 2027. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Oxford before you buy or start work. Source: Oxford City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Oxford
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,900 – £7,300 | letting room |
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £4,500 – £10,100 | letting room |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
How far do you travel from Oxford?
We cover the whole of Oxfordshire and work UK-wide. For Oxford the nearest towns on our list are Abingdon (6 miles), Didcot (10 miles), Witney (10 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Oxford?
Oxford is covered by Oxford 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 Oxford?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.