Homes in Dulwich
Dulwich Village has Georgian houses and large Victorian and interwar homes on the Dulwich Estate, which runs a scheme of management controlling external alterations, extensions and even paint colours. East Dulwich is dominated by Victorian and Edwardian terraces around Lordship Lane, popular with families.
West Dulwich has substantial Victorian and Edwardian houses. The estate also includes post-war Span-style and modernist homes. Mature trees and London Clay soils are widespread, so subsidence and heave are recurring issues. Prices are among the highest in south-east London. East Dulwich's terraces have often been extended into the loft or to the rear, and buyers should check approvals.
Areas we cover include Dulwich Village, East Dulwich, West Dulwich, Herne Hill, Lordship Lane.
What surveyors look out for in Dulwich
- Dulwich Estate scheme of management consents
- Clay subsidence near mature trees
- Loft and rear extensions without approvals
- Original roofs and windows on period houses
Which survey for a Dulwich home?
A Level 3 survey suits most Dulwich houses, with consent checks for any work on the Dulwich Estate.
| 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 Dulwich 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 Dulwich: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Dulwich?
Our fixed prices in Dulwich 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 Dulwich do you cover?
We book surveyors across Dulwich, including postcode districts SE21, SE22, and nearby towns such as Peckham, Camberwell, Forest Hill, West Norwood.
Which survey should I get for a home in Dulwich?
A Level 3 survey suits most Dulwich houses, with consent checks for any work on the Dulwich Estate.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Dulwich?
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 Dulwich 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 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.
Choosing a surveyBuying a house with an extension or loft conversion: survey guide
Buying a home with an extension or loft conversion? Which survey to choose, common defects, and the paperwork your conveyancer should check.