Conversion of homes into Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) at St James' Estate
Southwark Council is discussing the displacement of St James' Estate tenants due to homes being converted into HMOs.
Southwark Council is currently discussing the displacement of tenants at St James' Estate, where 182 households face losing their homes due to conversions into Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs). At a council assembly meeting in September 2026, the St James' Tenants Association raised concerns about the impact on residents.
The tenants' deputation explained that properties previously managed by Notting Hill Genesis were sold to investors. These homes are now being re-let to Lambeth Council as temporary accommodation, with the intention of converting them into HMOs, leading to the current displacement issue.
Key facts
- 182 households at St James' Estate are facing displacement. Source
- The issue was raised at a Southwark Council Assembly meeting in September 2026. Source
- Properties were sold by Notting Hill Genesis to a group of investors. Source
- The properties are being re-let to Lambeth Council as temporary accommodation. Source
- There is an intention to convert the properties into Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Source
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