- E1 Eastern head district: Aldgate, Bishopsgate, Whitechapel, Shoreditch, Spitalfields, Shadwell, Limehouse, Stepney, Mile End, Portsoken
- E1W Wapping district: Wapping, St Katharine Docks, Stepney, Shadwell, Whitechapel
- E2 Bethnal Green district: Bethnal Green, Haggerston, Hoxton, Shoreditch, Cambridge Heath, Globe Town
- E3 Bow district: Bow, Bow Common, Bromley-by-Bow, Old Ford, Mile End, Fish Island, Hackney Wick, South Bromley, Mill Meads
- E4 Chingford district: Chingford, Waltham Abbey, Highams Park, Woodford Green
- E5 Clapton district: Leyton, Upper Clapton, Lower Clapton, Stoke Newington
- E6 East Ham district: East Ham, Beckton, Upton Park, Barking
- E7 Forest Gate district: Forest Gate, Leytonstone, Stratford
- E8 Hackney district: Hackney Central, Dalston, London Fields, Stoke Newington
- E9 Homerton district: Homerton, Hackney Wick, South Hackney, Hackney Marshes, Victoria Park
- E10 Leyton district: Leyton, Temple Mills, Hackney Marshes, Upper Clapton, Walthamstow Marshes
- E11 Leytonstone district: Leytonstone, Wanstead, Aldersbrook, Snaresbrook, Cann Hall
- E12 Manor Park district: Manor Park, Little Ilford, Aldersbrook
- E13 Plaistow district: Plaistow, West Ham, Upton Park
- E14 Poplar district: Poplar, Isle of Dogs, Limehouse, Canary Wharf, Millwall, Blackwall, Cubitt Town, South Bromley, North Greenwich, Leamouth
- E15 Stratford district: Stratford, West Ham, Maryland, Leyton, Leytonstone, Temple Mills, Hackney Wick, Bow
- E16 Victoria Docks and North Woolwich district: Canning Town, Silvertown, Royal Docks, North Woolwich, Beckton, Custom House, London City Airport
- E17 Walthamstow district: Walthamstow, Upper Walthamstow, Leyton
- E18 Woodford and South Woodford district: Woodford, South Woodford
- E20 Olympic Park district: Olympic Park & parts of Stratford, Homerton, Leyton, Bow
- Aldgate
- Barnsbury
- Bethnal Green
- Bishopsgate
- Blackwall
- Broadgate
- Cambridge Heath
- Canary Wharf
- Cubitt Town
- Dalston
- De Beauvoir Town
- Docklands
- Fenchurch St
- Globe Town
- Hackney
- Haggerston
- Hoxton
- Island Gardens
- Isle of Dogs
- Islington
- Leamouth
- Limehouse
- Liverpool Street
- London Fields
- Millwall
- Monument
- Pentonville
- Poplar
- Shadwell
- Shoreditch
- Spitalfields
- Stamford Hill
- Stepney
- Stoke Newington
- The Square Mile
- Tower Bridge
- Tower Hamlets
- Tower Hill
- Wapping
- Whitechapel
- Property Inspection Report in Hackney East London
- Property Inspection Report in Redbridge East London
- Property Inspection Report in Havering East London
- Property Inspection Report in Newham East London
- Property Inspection Report in Barking and Dagenham East London
- Property Inspection Report in Tower Hamlets East London
- Property Inspection Report in Waltham Forest East London
If you are applying for a UK visa or if you are sponsoring some for entry clearance visa into the UK, you may be required to provide a housing inspection report to the British High Commission where the visa applicant (s) intend to live. The report should confirm that the proposed accommodation is in a satisfactory condition and will not become statutorily overcrowded if other people move in.
The accommodation certificate will show that the applicant or the sponsor has made provision for maintenance and accommodation for themselves (and any dependents) without necessary recourse to public funds.
- Spouse and civil partners
- Marriage Visitor visa
- Fiancé / Fiancée Visa
- Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
- Visit visa
- UK Partner Visa (husband, wife, civil partner, unmarried or same-sex partners)
- Dependent Visa (children, parents, and grandparents)
- any type of visa where you need to provide the evidence of adequate accommodation.
- the proposed accommodation is safe and free from hazards in relation to the Housing Act 2004
- the property won’t become overcrowded when the new occupants move in under the Housing Act 1985
- Be in a reasonable state of repair.
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a Property Inspection Report valid for?
Typically, the report remains valid for 3 months from the date of issue. It’s recommended to submit your visa application within this window to avoid delays.
Can the report be backdated?
No. UKVI guidelines prohibit backdating. A new inspection is required for an updated report.
What documents do I need to provide for the inspection?
You’ll typically need:
Tenancy agreement or proof of ownership
Details of the visa applicant and sponsor (name, DOB, passport)
List of current property occupants and their relationship to the applicant
Which rooms count as bedrooms?
Under the legal rules, these all count as rooms you can sleep in: bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms, box rooms, studies or home offices. A large kitchen might count as a room you can sleep in. But it could still be unsafe and not reasonable. For example, if young children have to sleep in a kitchen.
Can my child share a bedroom with me and my spouse?
Yes, but only if the child is under 1 year old and is the biological or adopted child of the couple.
What happens during the inspection?
A qualified inspector will assess room measurements, occupancy levels, health and safety conditions, and compliance with the Housing Acts 1985 & 2004.
How quickly can I get the report?
For East London clients, we offer same-day or next-day appointments, with reports delivered within 24–48 hours.
Is the report accepted by the Home Office?
Absolutely. Our reports fully comply with UKVI requirements and have a strong acceptance track record.
What if my property doesn’t meet the criteria?
We’ll advise you on possible adjustments or alternate accommodation options to help meet UKVI standards.
Do you cover all areas of East London?
Yes—we serve boroughs including Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Redbridge, Barking & Dagenham, and nearby districts.
