Homes in Crawley
Crawley was designated a new town in 1947, and most of its housing was built in neighbourhoods from the 1950s onwards, each with its own shops and services. Three Bridges and Ifield have older cottages and Victorian homes, while Maidenbower and Broadfield have later estates.
Many houses are ex-council, with some non-traditional construction. Gatwick Airport is right next to the town, so aircraft noise affects many areas, particularly Langley Green. The town sits on Weald Clay, which shrinks and swells with the seasons. Prices are moderate, attracting first-time buyers and airport workers. Many homes have been extended or altered since they were built. Tilgate and Southgate have larger homes near Tilgate Park. The town centre has been redeveloped with new flats. Pound Hill has a mix of older houses and later estates, with larger detached homes popular with families. The River Mole and Gatwick Stream bring localised flood risk to some neighbourhoods.
Areas we cover include Three Bridges, Pound Hill, Maidenbower, Broadfield, Langley Green, Tilgate, Southgate, Ifield.
What surveyors look out for in Crawley
- Gatwick aircraft noise
- Weald Clay movement near trees
- Ex-council homes - check construction type
- New town houses with flat roofs or shallow pitches
Which survey for a Crawley home?
A Level 2 survey suits most Crawley 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 Crawley 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 Crawley: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Crawley?
Our fixed prices in Crawley 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 Crawley do you cover?
We book surveyors across Crawley, including postcode districts RH10, RH11, and nearby towns such as Horsham, East Grinstead, Redhill, Haywards Heath.
Which survey should I get for a home in Crawley?
A Level 2 survey suits most Crawley homes.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Crawley?
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 Crawley 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 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.