Homes in Pimlico
Pimlico has grand white stucco terraces built by Thomas Cubitt in the mid-19th century, most converted into flats. Churchill Gardens is a celebrated post-war council estate beside the river, and Lillington Gardens is a listed 1960s and 1970s brick estate.
Millbank and Victoria have mansion blocks and new apartments. Riverside properties face Thames flood risk, and stucco facades need regular repainting and repair. Pimlico is popular with professionals working in Westminster and the City, and prices are high. Many flats are in converted stucco houses, and buyers should check lease length, service charges and approvals. The area's grid of streets is largely a conservation area, with strict controls on alterations.
Areas we cover include Pimlico, Westminster, Victoria, Churchill Gardens, Millbank.
What surveyors look out for in Pimlico
- Stucco facades and parapets needing maintenance
- Thames flood risk on the riverside
- Conversions - leases and building regulations
- Listed post-war estates - construction and service charges
Which survey for a Pimlico home?
A Level 2 survey suits most Pimlico flats, with a Level 3 for whole houses or basement units.
| 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 Pimlico 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 Pimlico: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Pimlico?
Our fixed prices in Pimlico 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 Pimlico do you cover?
We book surveyors across Pimlico, including postcode districts SW1V, SW1P, and nearby towns such as Chelsea, Battersea, Marylebone, Vauxhall.
Which survey should I get for a home in Pimlico?
A Level 2 survey suits most Pimlico flats, with a Level 3 for whole houses or basement units.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Pimlico?
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 Pimlico 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.
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.
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.