Homes in Farnham
Farnham is one of Surrey's best-preserved Georgian towns, with Castle Street and West Street lined with listed buildings. Victorian and Edwardian houses fill the streets around the town centre, and Hale and Weybourne have interwar and post-war homes.
The River Wey runs through the town, with flood risk in low-lying areas. The ground varies from chalk to sandy heathland and Gault clay, and many older buildings use local brick and clay tiles. Prices are high, driven by the town's character and its good schools. Many older houses have timber frames behind later brick fronts, and some have cellars. The Bourne and Moor Park have larger detached houses on sandy, wooded plots. The University for the Creative Arts and Farnham Maltings add to the town's cultural life. Farnham Park, a large medieval deer park, borders the town.
Areas we cover include Farnham Town, Castle Street, Hale, Weybourne, Rowledge, Wrecclesham, Badshot Lea, Upper Hale.
What surveyors look out for in Farnham
- Listed buildings and conservation controls in the town centre
- River Wey flood risk
- Clay and chalk ground - check for movement near trees
- Older brick and tile buildings with damp and timber issues
Which survey for a Farnham home?
A Level 3 survey suits Farnham's Georgian and Victorian houses, with a Level 2 for later homes.
| 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 Farnham 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 Farnham: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Farnham?
Our fixed prices in Farnham 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 Farnham do you cover?
We book surveyors across Farnham, including postcode districts GU9, GU10, and nearby towns such as Aldershot, Guildford, Camberley, Farnborough.
Which survey should I get for a home in Farnham?
A Level 3 survey suits Farnham's Georgian and Victorian houses, with a Level 2 for later homes.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Farnham?
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 Farnham 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 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.