An HMO ensuite is a small private shower room, with a WC and basin, built into or next to a letting room. For a house in Willesden we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- NW10
- Location
- 5 miles west of London
- Council
- London Borough of Brent
- Pricing region
- London
What does ensuite installation in Willesden involve?
- Tiling, flooring and finishing
- Shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail
- Extractor fan with overrun
- Survey of room size, drainage and water pressure
- Lighting and electrics to bathroom zones
Which rules apply in Willesden?
Here is what usually applies to a Willesden job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two, and 4.64 m² for a child under 10.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
London Borough of Brent: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 1 Nov 2022. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing in force 2 Feb 2026 to 1 Feb 2031. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area All wards except Wembley Park: Dollis Hill, Harlesden & Kensal Green, Willesden Green 1 Aug 2023-31 Jul 2028; 18 further wards 1 Apr 2024-31 Mar 2029. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Willesden before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Brent HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Willesden?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £5,100 – £12,800 | ensuite |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Willesden can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 5–10 working days per ensuite on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Willesden landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Willesden:
- Large rooms with space to spare
- Moving a house up to professional sharers
Questions about ensuite installation in Willesden
Do ensuites need building control?
New drainage and extraction usually fall under the building regulations, so a building notice or competent-person self-certification is normally needed.
How far do you travel from Willesden?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Willesden the nearest towns on our list are Cricklewood (2 miles), Notting Hill (2 miles), Shepherds Bush (2 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Willesden?
Willesden is covered by London Borough of Brent. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much does ensuite installation cost in Willesden?
Our guide ranges for London are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Ensuite installation near Willesden
- Cricklewood · 2 mi
- Notting Hill · 2 mi
- Shepherds Bush · 2 mi
- Kilburn · 2 mi
- Acton · 2 mi
- Chiswick · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Willesden
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Willesden
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Willesden
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Willesden
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Willesden
- House to HMO conversion in Willesden
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Willesden
- Sound insulation in Willesden
- Fire doors in Willesden