Homes in Paignton
Paignton grew as a family seaside resort in the late Victorian period, with terraces and guest houses close to the seafront and the old town around Winner Street. Preston, between Paignton and Torquay, has inter-war semis and bungalows that are popular with retirees and families, and Roundham has larger houses overlooking the harbour.
Goodrington and the west of the town have extensive post-war and modern estates, with further new-build development around Collaton St Mary. Brixham, just to the south, is a working fishing port with colourful terraced cottages climbing steep slopes above the harbour. The area has a high proportion of bungalows, and many older homes are rendered with red sandstone or limestone walls behind. Holiday parks and former hotel sites on the edges of town have also been redeveloped, so buyers will find a wide spread of building ages in a small area.
Areas we cover include Preston, Goodrington, Roundham, Collaton St Mary, Marldon, Brixham.
What surveyors look out for in Paignton
- Seafront and low-lying streets can flood from the sea and surface water
- Former guest houses converted to homes or flats may need checks on alterations
- Brixham's hillside cottages often have damp from steep ground and shared walls
- Bungalows from the 1960s and 70s may have dated roofs, wiring and heating
Which survey for a Paignton home?
A Level 2 Home Survey usually suits Paignton's post-war houses and bungalows, while Brixham cottages and older seafront property are better covered by 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 Paignton 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 Paignton: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Paignton?
Our fixed prices in Paignton 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 Paignton do you cover?
We book surveyors across Paignton, including postcode districts TQ3, TQ4, TQ5, and nearby towns such as Torquay, Totnes, Newton Abbot.
Which survey should I get for a home in Paignton?
A Level 2 Home Survey usually suits Paignton's post-war houses and bungalows, while Brixham cottages and older seafront property are better covered by a Level 3 Building Survey.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Paignton?
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 Paignton 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 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.
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.