HMO Licensing in Southampton

2,033 licensed HMOs
MandatoryAdditionalSelective

Verify licence requirements and access official application links for Southampton.

Southampton council website

Southampton

Council website

Overview of HMO Licensing in Southampton

Southampton is a UK local authority. HMO licensing here follows national mandatory rules for 5+ person properties.

Use the links below to apply for a licence, check for a public register, or find planning information.

HMO Licensing Data & Statistics for Southampton

Statistical summary surrounding HMOs of Southampton

2,033

Registered HMOs

Total number from public register(s)

N/A

Latest HMO Register

Public HMO Register Update

N/A

Mandatory Licence Cost

Unitary, Local, District or Metropolitan

5 years

Mandatory Licence Length

From date of issue

N/A

Median Units

Average number of units per HMO

N/A

Median Occupants

Average number of occupants per HMO

N/A

Max Number Units

Largest HMO in the borough

N/A

Self Contained Ratio

Self contained units to non self contained

HMO Licensing in Southampton

Licence schemes operated

Councils may operate Mandatory (required by law for 5+ people), Additional, and/or Selective HMO licensing.

SchemeDescriptionThis council
Mandatory5+ people, 2+ householdsYes (required by law)
AdditionalExtends to smaller HMOs (e.g. 3–4 people)No
SelectiveApplies to all privately rented properties in an areaNo

Additional/Selective derived from register data where available. Confirm with the council.

HMO Licence Register — Southampton

Searchable list of licensed HMOs in Southampton. Data from the council's public register. View the official Southampton HMO register

AddressLicence NoUnits
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Contact & Location

Address

Southampton

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Other councils in England

Frequently asked questions about HMO licensing in Southampton

What are the HMO licence requirements in Southampton?
Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ people forming 2+ households sharing facilities. Always confirm current requirements with the council.
Does Southampton have additional or selective licensing?
Southampton enforces mandatory HMO licensing. Additional or selective schemes may be introduced—confirm with the council for the latest information.
How many licensed HMOs are there in Southampton?
HMO register data may not be publicly available for Southampton. Contact the council directly for register information.

Licence schemes

MandatoryYes
AdditionalNo
SelectiveNo