Homes in Cambridge
Cambridge's historic centre is dominated by the colleges, but the city's housing is just as varied. Victorian terraces fill Mill Road, Romsey and Petersfield, many built for railway workers, while Newnham has large Victorian and Arts and Crafts houses built for academics. De Freville in Chesterton has Edwardian homes, and the streets around Hills Road and Trumpington Road have substantial Victorian villas.
Inter-war and post-war estates fill Arbury, Cherry Hinton and King's Hedges, and the city has seen enormous new-build growth at Trumpington, including Great Kneighton, and at Eddington, the university's north-west Cambridge development. Much of Cambridge sits on Gault clay, which is highly shrinkable, and subsidence near trees is a common issue. The River Cam floods occasionally in low-lying areas, and many buildings are listed or in conservation areas.
Areas we cover include Mill Road, Romsey, Chesterton, Newnham, De Freville, Trumpington, Cherry Hinton, Arbury, Eddington.
What surveyors look out for in Cambridge
- Gault clay subsidence - look closely at cracking near trees
- Listed buildings and conservation area controls
- Victorian terraces with damp and rear extensions
- New-build snagging at Trumpington and Eddington
- Flood risk near the River Cam in low-lying areas
Which survey for a Cambridge home?
A Level 3 Building Survey suits Cambridge's Victorian and older homes, while a Level 2 Home Survey works for most modern houses.
| Survey | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Home Survey | Most conventional homes | £395 |
| Level 2 Home Survey + valuation | Adds market value and rebuild cost | £495 |
| Level 3 Building Survey | Older, altered or unusual homes | £595 |
| RICS valuation only | Price check, probate, family matters | £295 |
Compare them in Level 2 vs Level 3.
Survey prices in Cambridge by property value
| Property value | Level 2 | Level 2 + valuation | Level 3 | valuation only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to £100k | £395 | £495 | £595 | £295 |
| £100k - £150k | £425 | £525 | £650 | £310 |
| £150k - £200k | £450 | £560 | £695 | £325 |
| £200k - £250k | £475 | £595 | £750 | £345 |
| £250k - £300k | £525 | £650 | £825 | £375 |
| £300k - £400k | £575 | £715 | £895 | £395 |
| £400k - £500k | £650 | £795 | £995 | £450 |
| £500k - £750k | £775 | £950 | £1,195 | £525 |
| £750k - £1m | £925 | £1,125 | £1,450 | £625 |
| £1m - £1.5m | £1,150 | £1,395 | £1,795 | £795 |
| Over £1.5m | On request | On request | On request | On request |
Fixed prices including VAT. Some large or unusual properties may be priced individually - we confirm your price before you pay.
How booking works
- Tell us the property
Two minutes online. You see a fixed price before you send anything.
- We secure a surveyor
We check local RICS and RPSA surveyors' diaries and lock in the earliest slot.
- One call to confirm
We take the estate agent's details and your payment, then arrange access.
- Report delivered
Your surveyor inspects and sends the report, usually within a few working days.
House surveys in Cambridge: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Cambridge?
Our fixed prices in Cambridge start from £395 for a Level 2 Home Survey, £495 with a valuation and £595 for a Level 3 Building Survey. The exact price depends on the property's value, and you see it before you book.
Which areas around Cambridge do you cover?
We book surveyors across Cambridge, including postcode districts CB1, CB2, CB3, CB4, CB5, and nearby towns such as Ely, Saffron Walden, St Ives, Newmarket, Haverhill.
Which survey should I get for a home in Cambridge?
A Level 3 Building Survey suits Cambridge's Victorian and older homes, while a Level 2 Home Survey works for most modern houses.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Cambridge?
We aim to confirm a local surveyor within one working day of your request and book the earliest slot the estate agent can offer. Inspections often happen within a week, depending on access.
Guides for Cambridge buyers
Flood risk: what to check before you buy
How to check flood risk before buying a house: official flood maps, searches, insurance, Flood Re and what your surveyor can and can't tell you.
Defects and problemsSubsidence: what a survey can (and can't) tell you
What a surveyor can tell you about subsidence, what they can't, and the steps to take if movement is flagged in your house survey.
Choosing a surveyBuying a listed building: which survey do you need?
Buying a listed building? Why a Level 3 survey from a surveyor with historic building experience matters, plus consent risks to check.
Choosing a surveySurveys for Victorian and period homes
Which survey to get on a Victorian, Edwardian or Georgian home, the defects surveyors commonly find, and how to plan for repairs.