A shared house in Swadlincote has to work for the council, the people who live there and the owner's figures. We look at all three before we agree terms.
We cover DE11 and the neighbouring postcodes, with the same approach in Swadlincote as anywhere else in Derbyshire.
HMO rules in South Derbyshire District Council
| Rule | South Derbyshire District Council |
|---|---|
| Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people) | In force everywhere in England |
| Additional HMO licensing | Not confirmed |
| Selective licensing | Not confirmed |
| Article 4 direction for small HMOs | Not confirmed |
Checked October 2026. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
We couldn't confirm South Derbyshire District Council's Article 4 position from its own website, so we check it with the council for the address. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether South Derbyshire District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
Our HMO guaranteed rent service in Swadlincote
We offer guaranteed rent leases on suitable shared houses in Swadlincote and elsewhere in Derbyshire. Before making an offer we survey the house, measure the rooms and check the local council's licensing and planning position for the address, because those decide how many people can lawfully live there.
Owners in Swadlincote who lease to any operator should check the licence, certificates and tenancy paperwork, because licensing offences and rent repayment orders can reach superior landlords since 1 May 2026. Have the lease reviewed by your own solicitor before you sign.
- Repair responsibilities set out clearly in the lease
- Lease of the whole house for a fixed monthly rent
- Inspections with written reports to the owner
- Draft lease supplied for your own solicitor to review
- Licence and certificate records shared with you
HMO guaranteed rent near Swadlincote
- Burton upon Trent 4.2 miles
- Ashby-de-la-Zouch 4.7 miles
- Coalville 8.6 miles
- Mickleover 9.1 miles
- Littleover 9.3 miles
- Alvaston 9.9 miles
