Homes in Brighton
Brighton's housing ranges from grand Regency terraces and crescents in Kemp Town to the tightly packed Victorian streets of Hanover and the larger Victorian and Edwardian houses around Preston Park, Seven Dials and Fiveways. Many larger houses have been converted into flats, and basements and lightwells are common.
Many early 19th century buildings use bungaroosh, a mix of flint, brick fragments and lime that is vulnerable to water penetration and can be weak if altered, and some use mathematical tiles. Interwar and post-war estates at Whitehawk, Moulsecoomb and Patcham add variety, and the seafront takes the full force of salt-laden winds. Prices are high for the region, and demand from London buyers is strong, helped by fast trains to Victoria and London Bridge.
Areas we cover include Kemp Town, Hanover, Preston Park, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Whitehawk, Moulsecoomb, Patcham, Rottingdean.
What surveyors look out for in Brighton
- Bungaroosh walls - water penetration and structural weakness if altered
- Coastal exposure - salt damage to render, windows and ironwork
- Regency stucco and parapets needing regular maintenance
- Flat conversions - leases, approvals and fire safety
- Basement flats with damp and limited light
Which survey for a Brighton home?
A Level 3 survey suits Brighton's Regency and Victorian houses, especially where bungaroosh walls may be present.
| 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 Brighton 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 Brighton: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Brighton?
Our fixed prices in Brighton 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 Brighton do you cover?
We book surveyors across Brighton, including postcode districts BN1, BN2, and nearby towns such as Hove, Lewes, Worthing, Haywards Heath.
Which survey should I get for a home in Brighton?
A Level 3 survey suits Brighton's Regency and Victorian houses, especially where bungaroosh walls may be present.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Brighton?
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 Brighton buyers
Surveys 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 problemsDamp in a survey report: rising, penetrating and condensation
Damp flagged in your survey? How surveyors tell rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation apart, and what to do before you exchange.
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.
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.