South Kesteven HMO Register

Houses in Multiple Occupation · Public Information Resource

Do you live next door to a HMO? Are you moving into the area and want to know?
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We oppose the surge of government contract HMOs in Grantham that are causing our residents to be evicted to make way, converting traditional family homes, and concentrating asylum seeker accommodation in a single town.

⚠ DISCLAIMER This information has been collated from publicly available sources and is provided for information purposes only. The data is intended to assist members of the public in understanding the distribution of registered HMOs within South Kesteven. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, this register should not be relied upon as definitive or complete. No warranty is given as to the accuracy, currency, or completeness of the information displayed. In a recent South Kesteven District Council public report (Nov 2025) it stated there are 52 HMOs being used by Serco across the district currently - there are other providers who also are using HMOs for government contracts.

What is a HMO?

A House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) is a residential property shared by three or more people who are not from a single household but share communal facilities such as a kitchen, bathroom, or toilet. HMOs historically have been commonly used for student accommodation, young professionals, or key workers. However the Labour government have a clear policy to use HMOs for asylum seeker accommodation and out of hotels.

Conversion of small properties into HMOs can be done without planning permission (C3 to C4) - this is known as "permitted development". There is no need to notify neighbours or the community for any conversions.

⚠️ Case Study: 20 Occupant HMO Approved

Castlegate House - Grade 2 Listed Building in Conservation Area

This Grade 2 Listed property in the Conservation Area was approved as a 20 occupant HMO by South Kesteven District Council councillors.

  • Property Status: Grade 2 Listed Building in Conservation Area
  • Approved Capacity: 20 Occupants
Councillor Charmaine Morgan

Proposed by:

Cllr Charmaine Morgan

Independent Grantham Councillor

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Supported by:

Cllr David Bellamy

Reform UK Councillor

This approval highlights concerns about the scale and location of HMO conversions in Grantham's historic areas.

Large HMO
Small HMO
Pending HMO

Report a New HMO

If you are aware of an HMO that is not shown on this map, please report it to us. All submissions will be reviewed and verified against public records before being added to the register.