Homes in Northwood
Northwood is one of London's most affluent suburbs, with large Edwardian and interwar detached houses on generous plots, many in Arts and Crafts style. Northwood Hills has more modest interwar semis.
The area borders Moor Park and the Hertfordshire countryside. Large houses here often have substantial extensions, outbuildings and mature gardens, and the soil includes clay that responds to trees. Northwood has some of the most expensive housing in outer London, with demand from families attracted by schools and the Metropolitan line into Baker Street. Many detached houses have been rebuilt or remodelled over the years, so quality varies widely. Northwood Hills offers more affordable interwar semis and terraces, with original features such as bay windows and leaded glass still common. Some older Arts and Crafts houses here are locally listed.
Areas we cover include Northwood, Northwood Hills, Eastbury.
What surveyors look out for in Northwood
- Large houses with complex roofs and extensions
- Clay subsidence near mature trees
- Swimming pools, outbuildings and drainage
- Conservation controls in parts of the area
Which survey for a Northwood home?
A Level 3 survey suits Northwood's larger houses, with a Level 2 for interwar semis in Northwood Hills.
| 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 Northwood 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 Northwood: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Northwood?
Our fixed prices in Northwood 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 Northwood do you cover?
We book surveyors across Northwood, including postcode districts HA6, and nearby towns such as Ruislip, Pinner, Uxbridge, Rickmansworth.
Which survey should I get for a home in Northwood?
A Level 3 survey suits Northwood's larger houses, with a Level 2 for interwar semis in Northwood Hills.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Northwood?
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 Northwood buyers
Subsidence: 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.
Defects and problemsCommon roof problems surveyors find
The roof problems surveyors find most often, from slipped slates and nail sickness to flat roof failure and sagging, and what each means for you.