Homes in Truro
Cornwall's only city has a handsome Georgian and Regency core, with Bath stone and granite-fronted townhouses around Lemon Street and the cathedral, many of them listed. Victorian terraces climb the valley sides towards Kenwyn and Highertown, while Malpas has larger houses looking over the Truro River.
Since the 1960s the city has spread west along the A390 with estates at Threemilestone and newer developments around Tregurra and Langarth. Traditional homes are built from local killas slate stone and granite, often with slate roofs and slate-hung elevations, while estate housing is mainly blockwork and render. Older properties close to the river and the city centre can be affected by tidal and surface water flooding, and the steep valley setting means retaining walls and sloping gardens are common.
Areas we cover include Kenwyn, Highertown, Malpas, Threemilestone, Tregurra.
What surveyors look out for in Truro
- Pre-1950s block or concrete homes may need a mundic screening test for mortgage purposes
- Ask your conveyancer for a Cornwall mining search - the area has a long metal mining history
- Truro is in a high radon area, so check whether testing or protection measures are in place
- Listed Georgian townhouses in the centre need consent for most alterations
- Low-lying streets near the river can be at risk of tidal and surface water flooding
Which survey for a Truro home?
For the Georgian and Victorian stone houses in central Truro a Level 3 Building Survey is the safer choice, while a Level 2 Home Survey usually suits the newer estates at Threemilestone and Tregurra.
| 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 Truro 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 Truro: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Truro?
Our fixed prices in Truro 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 Truro do you cover?
We book surveyors across Truro, including postcode districts TR1, TR4, and nearby towns such as Falmouth, St Austell, Camborne, Newquay.
Which survey should I get for a home in Truro?
For the Georgian and Victorian stone houses in central Truro a Level 3 Building Survey is the safer choice, while a Level 2 Home Survey usually suits the newer estates at Threemilestone and Tregurra.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Truro?
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 Truro 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.
Defects and problemsRadon and buying a house
Buying in a radon affected area? What radon is, how to check a property, the UKHSA action and target levels, testing and typical fixes.
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.