Newham has one of the largest and most diverse private rented sectors in London, from the high-rise regeneration around Stratford and the Olympic Park to the dense Victorian terraces of East Ham, Plaistow and Forest Gate. That mix means landlords here face a wide range of compliance needs, from single converted flats to larger HMOs near Canning Town and Custom House. We carry out EICR, Gas Safety and Fire Risk Assessment inspections across the whole borough, covering E6, E7, E12, E13, E15 and E16.
The borough’s property types differ significantly by area: Victorian and Edwardian terraces converted into flats around East Ham, Plaistow and Forest Gate; dense HMOs near Canning Town and Custom House, close to the Royal Docks; and newer high-rise apartment blocks around Stratford, the Olympic Park and the Royal Docks waterside developments. Each brings a different inspection focus — historic wiring and shared services in the older terraces, communal fire safety in HMOs, and modern consumer unit and appliance checks in the newer builds.
Being based nearby in Waltham Forest means we can usually reach Newham properties quickly, with same-day or next-working-day appointments common for landlords near Stratford, East Ham, Plaistow, Canning Town and Custom House. We cover the full borough out to the Royal Docks and ExCeL London without it affecting turnaround.
Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) in Newham
Newham’s housing stock spans everything from Victorian terraces to recently built apartments around Stratford and the Royal Docks, and each brings different electrical inspection challenges. An EICR confirms your property’s wiring and installations are safe and up to standard, whatever the property’s age. We also carry out Commercial EICRs for retail units and offices around Stratford, including businesses near Westfield and the Stratford International area.
Gas Safety Certificates in Newham
Landlords letting in Newham must have a valid, annually renewed Domestic Gas Safety Certificate for any property with gas appliances. Our Gas Safe-registered engineers cover East Ham, Manor Park, Forest Gate, Plaistow and Canning Town, and we also issue Commercial Gas Safety Certificates for the borough’s many food and hospitality businesses.
Fire Risk Assessments & Fire Safety in Newham
With a high concentration of converted houses and HMOs across the borough, a thorough Domestic Fire Risk Assessment is essential for identifying fire hazards between shared units, checking escape routes and confirming smoke alarm placement. For larger residential blocks and commercial premises, we also carry out Commercial Fire Risk Assessments and issue Fire Safety Certificates where required.
Landlord Licensing in Newham
Newham operates a borough-wide Selective Licensing scheme, in place since 2013 and extended in August 2025, covering nearly all privately rented properties with the exception of Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park. If your property falls within the licensable area, up-to-date EICR, Gas Safety and Fire Risk documentation are typically required as part of the licence conditions. Licensing schemes and boundaries can change, so we’d always recommend confirming the current requirements for your specific property directly with Newham Council before applying or renewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a licence for every rented property in Newham?
Almost all of Newham falls under the borough-wide Selective Licensing scheme, with two exceptions: Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park. Because scheme details can change, always confirm your specific address with Newham Council before applying or renewing.
How quickly can you carry out an inspection in Newham?
Same-day or next-working-day appointments are typical across Newham, including near Stratford, East Ham, Plaistow, Canning Town and Custom House, so we can usually accommodate urgent licence or tenancy deadlines.
Which parts of Newham do you cover?
The whole borough, including Stratford, East Ham, Plaistow, Forest Gate, Canning Town and Custom House, and postcodes E6, E7, E12, E13, E15 and E16.
Do you handle HMOs and converted properties?
Yes — Newham has a high concentration of HMOs and converted terraces, particularly around Canning Town and Custom House, and shared-area fire safety and escape route checks are a routine part of our work here.
Why Choose Landlord Safety Cert in Newham
We work across all of Newham’s diverse property types, from converted Victorian terraces to new-build apartments, and we understand the borough’s licensing landscape well enough to help you stay compliant without unnecessary delays. Every certificate we issue meets BS 7671, the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
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