Homes in Battersea
Battersea has Victorian terraces around Clapham Junction and Northcote Road, the 'Between the Commons' area, and mansion blocks near Battersea Park. The Shaftesbury Park Estate is a notable Victorian workers' estate of small terraced houses.
Nine Elms and Battersea Power Station have seen huge new-build development with thousands of apartments. Riverside areas face Thames flood risk, and many period houses have been extended into the loft and to the rear. Battersea is popular with young professionals and families, and prices are high. Northcote Road is a focal point, with independent shops and restaurants. Many houses have been extended into the basement, and buyers should check approvals.
Areas we cover include Battersea Park, Clapham Junction, Nine Elms, Northcote Road, Battersea Power Station, Shaftesbury Estate.
What surveyors look out for in Battersea
- Thames flood risk on the riverside
- New-build flats - cladding, EWS1 and service charges
- Loft and rear extensions without approvals
- Clay subsidence near mature trees
Which survey for a Battersea home?
A Level 3 survey suits most Victorian houses, and a Level 2 suits flats.
| 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 Battersea 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 Battersea: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Battersea?
Our fixed prices in Battersea 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 Battersea do you cover?
We book surveyors across Battersea, including postcode districts SW11, SW8, and nearby towns such as Clapham, Wandsworth Town, Chelsea, Fulham.
Which survey should I get for a home in Battersea?
A Level 3 survey suits most Victorian houses, and a Level 2 suits flats.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Battersea?
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 Battersea 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 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.
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.