Homes in Guildford
Guildford's cobbled High Street has Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings, many listed, set on the slopes of the River Wey gap through the North Downs. Victorian and Edwardian houses fill the streets around the town centre, and Onslow Village is an early 20th century garden suburb with Arts and Crafts houses.
Merrow and Burpham have interwar and post-war homes, while Stoughton and Westborough have Victorian terraces and post-war estates. The University of Surrey means some houses are let to students. The River Wey runs through the town, with flood risk in low-lying areas, and the chalk downs bring steep slopes and solution features. Prices are high, driven by commuters and university staff. Many larger Victorian and Edwardian houses on the slopes above the town have been extended or converted into flats, and some streets have steep gardens with retaining walls. The Mount and Pewley Down are popular for their views and character homes.
Areas we cover include Guildford Town, Merrow, Burpham, Onslow Village, Stoughton, Park Barn, Shalford, Westborough.
What surveyors look out for in Guildford
- River Wey flood risk near the town centre
- Chalk ground with steep slopes and solution features
- Listed buildings and conservation controls in the town centre
- Student HMO conversions - check approvals and fire safety
Which survey for a Guildford home?
A Level 3 survey suits Guildford's period houses, with a Level 2 for later suburban 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 Guildford 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 Guildford: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Guildford?
Our fixed prices in Guildford 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 Guildford do you cover?
We book surveyors across Guildford, including postcode districts GU1, GU2, GU4, and nearby towns such as Woking, Farnham, Dorking, Godalming.
Which survey should I get for a home in Guildford?
A Level 3 survey suits Guildford's period houses, with a Level 2 for later suburban homes.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Guildford?
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 Guildford 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.
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.