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EPISODE · Mar 27, 2026 · 20 MIN

Why 1930s Houses Are Now Becoming HMOs

from Building Surveyor’s Diary · host Tom from SurveyAll

A factual exploration of how ordinary British family homes have been transformed into high-density HMOs, driven by planning constraints, housing shortages, and investment incentives. This episode connects rising property values, failed housing policy, and the growing impact on neighbourhood stability and quality of life across London.

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