Licence Checker England

Audience guide

Landlords

Use the checker, council pages, and practical guides to understand licensing risk before letting, renewing, or changing occupancy.

A good landlord workflow usually starts with the postcode, then moves into the council page, HMO questions, and the wider compliance checklist.

Useful starting points

Helpful next routes

Use the free tools first, then move into a paid review or due diligence route only if the decision needs a clearer written record.

Free checker

Free · Live now

Check a postcode, open the council page, and use the guides before paying for anything.

Open the free checker

Property Licensing Check

£29 · Live now

A property-specific PDF licensing report with a verification email template, current scheme fees, and a £30,000 risk context block — delivered to your inbox automatically.

Continue to secure payment

Licensing Due Diligence Report

£79 · Live now

A more tailored, more decision-oriented, and more risk-focused review for higher-stakes property decisions.

Request the report

Alerts and monitoring

£12.99/month · Coming soon

A lighter monitoring tier for selected councils or areas, aimed at landlords and smaller investors who want ongoing updates.

See alerts and monitoring

These are information services, not legal advice. Final reliance should still be checked against council sources.

Stay informed

Stay informed about licensing changes

Get notified when councils introduce, renew, or change licensing schemes. A useful next step if you are researching an area and want to stay aware of future changes.

Free, occasional updates only. Always verify live requirements on the council website.

This tool provides general information about landlord licensing schemes in England. Results are based on publicly available data and may not reflect recent changes. This is not legal advice. Always verify licensing requirements directly with your local council before making decisions.

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