Homes in Acton
Acton combines Victorian and Edwardian terraces, interwar estates and large post-war council estates. Acton Green and the Ealing side of Bedford Park have attractive period houses, while East Acton has the interwar Old Oak Estate, built by the London County Council with cottage-style homes.
South Acton has been undergoing major regeneration, and North Acton has a cluster of new residential towers, many for students or rent. Industrial land at Park Royal sits nearby, and rail lines cross the area. Bedford Park's Acton side has the same Queen Anne revival houses as the Chiswick side, with conservation controls. The area has strong rail links, including the Elizabeth line at Acton Main Line and the Central line.
Areas we cover include Acton Town, East Acton, South Acton, North Acton, Acton Green, Bedford Park.
What surveyors look out for in Acton
- New-build towers at North Acton - cladding and fire documentation
- Victorian terraces with damp, timber decay and old roofs
- Ex-council homes - confirm construction type and lease terms
- Noise from rail lines and the A40
Which survey for a Acton home?
A Level 2 survey suits most Acton flats and interwar houses, with a Level 3 for unmodernised period homes.
| 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 Acton 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 Acton: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Acton?
Our fixed prices in Acton 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 Acton do you cover?
We book surveyors across Acton, including postcode districts W3, and nearby towns such as Ealing, Chiswick, Hammersmith, Willesden.
Which survey should I get for a home in Acton?
A Level 2 survey suits most Acton flats and interwar houses, with a Level 3 for unmodernised period homes.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Acton?
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 Acton buyers
Buying 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.
Defects and problemsDamp in a survey report: rising, penetrating and condensation
Damp flagged in your survey? How surveyors tell rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation apart, and what to do before you exchange.
Choosing a surveyBuying a flat: which survey and what to check
Which survey to get when buying a flat, what a surveyor can and can't inspect in a block, and the lease and building checks that matter.