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Landlord Safety Certificates in Newham

Landlord safety certificates for flats, terraces and HMOs across Stratford, East Ham, Forest Gate and the Royal Docks, with fixed prices and certificates delivered digitally.

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Transparent pricing

Fixed prices for Newham landlords

No call-out fees and no surcharge for Newham postcodes. Choose a certificate to see full pricing and book online.

Property licensing

Licensing rules for landlords in Newham

Newham Council requires a licence for almost every privately rented home in the borough, covering selective licensing for single-household lets, additional licensing for smaller HMOs and mandatory HMO licensing. Only Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park wards are excluded.

Licence holders must keep gas, electrical and fire safety documents current, and we can arrange every certificate you need together.

Check Newham Council licensing

Documents commonly requested

Gas safety certificate (CP12) for every gas appliance
Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
Energy Performance Certificate rated E or above
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarm compliance
Fire risk assessment for HMOs and communal areas

Newham Property Licensing Schemes

Licence	Who needs it
Selective licence	Homes let to one family or household, or 2 unrelated people, in every ward except Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park. Scheme launched 1 June 2023
Additional HMO licence	HMOs with 3 or 4 people from 2 or more households
Mandatory HMO licence	HMOs with 5 or more people from 2 or more households

Newham Licence Fees

Licence	Part A	Part B	Total (up to 5 years)
Selective licence	£400	£350	£750
Additional HMO licence	£400	£850	£1,250
Mandatory HMO licence (up to 5 lettings)	£450	£950	£1,400

Accredited landlords get £50 off Part A, and a further £50 off if the property has an EPC rated C or above, so a selective licence can cost £650. The EPC must be uploaded with your application. Always check the latest fees with Newham Council. Source: Newham licence fees and Newham selective licensing.

Certificates for Your Newham Licence

Certificate	Why you need it	Our price
EPC	Uploaded with your application; C or above can cut your fee	From £75
Gas safety certificate (CP12)	Legal requirement every 12 months; checked in council document audits	From £55
EICR	Legal requirement every 5 years for rented homes	From £77.99
Fire risk assessment	Required for HMOs and communal areas	From £79
Fire alarm certificate	HMOs with a fire alarm system	From £60
Emergency lighting certificate	HMOs with emergency lighting	From £60

Applying for a Newham licence? Book your certificates online or call 020 4646 9005 and we'll arrange them in one visit where possible.

Compliance checklist

What every Newham landlord needs

A quick guide to the main safety requirements for private rented homes and how often each one must be renewed.

Every 12 months

Gas safety check

All gas appliances, pipework and flues checked by a Gas Safe engineer.

Every 5 years

EICR

Fixed wiring inspected and tested, with a copy given to tenants.

Every 10 years

EPC

Minimum E rating required before a new tenancy begins.

Each tenancy

Smoke & CO alarms

Smoke alarm on every storey and CO alarms beside fixed combustion appliances.

Reviewed regularly

Fire risk assessment

Required for HMOs and buildings with shared communal areas.

Neighbourhoods

Areas we cover in Newham

Our engineers work across every Newham neighbourhood. Not sure if we cover your street? Enter your postcode when booking.

Stratford E15

West Ham E15

East Ham E6

Beckton E6

Forest Gate E7

Manor Park E12

Plaistow E13

Canning Town E16

Custom House E16

Royal Docks E16

Olympic Park E20

One of London's busiest rental markets. Newham has one of the largest private rented sectors in London, with a high number of HMOs and converted flats. Shared homes usually need a fire risk assessment and emergency lighting checks alongside gas and electrical certificates, and we can cover them all in one visit.

How it works

Certified in three simple steps

Book online in minutes and we take care of the rest, including arranging access with your tenants.

Book online

Choose your certificates, enter your Newham postcode and pick a convenient date.

We inspect

A qualified engineer visits, completes the checks and explains anything that needs attention.

Get your certificate

Your digital certificate or report is emailed to you, usually within 24 hours.

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FAQs

Questions from Newham landlords

Can't find your answer? Our team is happy to help with licensing documents, multiple properties or urgent bookings.

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Which safety certificates do landlords in Newham need?

Landlords in Newham need an annual gas safety certificate (CP12), an EICR at least every five years and a valid EPC rated E or above. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are also required. HMOs and blocks usually need a fire risk assessment and emergency lighting certificate too.

Do I need a property licence in Newham?

Newham Council runs property licensing for private rented homes. Check the council's licensing pages to confirm whether your property is covered. We provide the gas safety certificate, EICR, EPC and fire safety documents commonly requested with an application.

Which areas of Newham do you cover?

We cover all of Newham, including Stratford, West Ham, East Ham, Beckton, Forest Gate, Manor Park, Plaistow, Canning Town, Custom House, Royal Docks, Olympic Park, across postcodes E6, E7, E12, E13, E15, E16, E20. Enter your postcode when you book online to confirm availability.

How much does a gas safety certificate cost in Newham?

Gas safety certificates start from £55 for one appliance, EICRs from £77.99, EPCs from £75 and fire risk assessments from £79. Prices are fixed, with no extra charge for Newham postcodes.

How quickly can you visit a property in Newham?

Appointments are often available within a few days, with same-day slots when engineers are nearby. Your digital certificate or report is usually sent within 24 hours of the inspection.

Can letting agents book multiple properties in Newham?

Yes. Letting agents, property managers and portfolio landlords can book several properties and certificates together, and we coordinate access with tenants. Contact our team to set up regular bookings.

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