Homes in Salford
Salford combines Victorian terraced streets with major waterfront regeneration at Salford Quays and MediaCityUK, where tall apartment blocks dominate the former docks. Ordsall, Pendleton and Weaste have Victorian brick terraces and post-war estates, some with tower blocks, while Broughton and Kersal offer larger Victorian homes and a well-established community around Broughton Park.
Eccles and Swinton have terraces and inter-war semis, while Worsley is a sought-after conservation village with black-and-white buildings along the Bridgewater Canal and its distinctive orange water. Walkden has a mix of older terraces and newer estates. The western side of the city, around Walkden and Little Hulton, sits on the Lancashire coalfield. The River Irwell flooded parts of Salford, including Lower Kersal and Broughton, in 2015, and flood storage basins have since been built to reduce the risk.
Areas we cover include Salford Quays, Pendleton, Eccles, Swinton, Worsley, Walkden, Broughton, Kersal, Ordsall, Weaste.
What surveyors look out for in Salford
- Salford Quays apartments may need EWS1 forms and service charge checks
- Properties near the River Irwell may be at flood risk
- Victorian terraces may have damp and roof wear
- Parts of the borough were mined for coal - a CON29M search may be needed
Which survey for a Salford home?
Apartments and terraces may suit a Level 2, but older or altered homes benefit from a Level 3.
| 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 Salford 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 Salford: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Salford?
Our fixed prices in Salford 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 Salford do you cover?
We book surveyors across Salford, including postcode districts M3, M5, M6, M7, M27, M28, M30, M50, and nearby towns such as Manchester, Bolton, Bury, Leigh.
Which survey should I get for a home in Salford?
Apartments and terraces may suit a Level 2, but older or altered homes benefit from a Level 3.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Salford?
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 Salford buyers
Buying in a former coal mining area: surveys and searches
Buying a home on the old coalfield? What a CON29M coal mining search shows, what a survey adds and what to do if a mine shaft is nearby.
Defects and problemsFlood 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.