Homes in Saltash
Saltash sits at the Cornish end of the Tamar Bridge and is largely a commuter town for Plymouth. The old town drops steeply to the waterfront with Georgian and Victorian terraces and cottages, many with views of Brunel's Royal Albert Bridge. The higher ground has extensive post-war and 1970s to 1990s estates at Burraton, Latchbrook and Carkeel.
Newer developments continue on the town's western edge. Traditional homes use local slate stone with render, while later estates are brick, block and render. The steep streets mean many properties have split levels, retaining walls and stepped access, and waterfront homes at the bottom of the town can be affected by tidal flooding on the Tamar. Its position on the A38 and the main railway line keeps demand strong from naval and dockyard workers at Devonport across the river.
Areas we cover include Burraton, Latchbrook, Carkeel, Landrake, St Stephens.
What surveyors look out for in Saltash
- Steep plots often rely on retaining walls - check their condition and ownership
- Waterfront cottages can be at risk of tidal flooding from the Tamar
- The Tamar valley has a history of metal mining, so a mining search is worthwhile
- 1970s estate homes may have original flat roofs, windows and cavity issues to review
Which survey for a Saltash home?
A Level 2 Home Survey works well for most Saltash estate homes, but older waterfront and hillside terraces benefit from a Level 3 Building Survey.
| 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 Saltash 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 Saltash: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Saltash?
Our fixed prices in Saltash 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 Saltash do you cover?
We book surveyors across Saltash, including postcode districts PL12, and nearby towns such as Plymouth, Tavistock, Bodmin.
Which survey should I get for a home in Saltash?
A Level 2 Home Survey works well for most Saltash estate homes, but older waterfront and hillside terraces benefit from a Level 3 Building Survey.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Saltash?
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 Saltash 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 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.