Homes in Totnes
Totnes is a medieval market town on the Dart with a remarkable stock of historic buildings. The High Street and Fore Street are lined with Tudor and Elizabethan merchants' houses, many timber-framed behind slate-hung or rendered fronts, and a large proportion of the town centre is listed. Bridgetown, across the river, has Victorian terraces and villas.
Newer housing at Follaton and on the western edge provides family homes, and Dartington offers a mix of period cottages and newer homes linked to the Dartington Hall estate. The surrounding South Hams villages have stone, cob and thatched cottages that attract strong demand. Riverside properties at the bottom of the town are vulnerable to tidal flooding on the Dart. The town's steep main street means many properties have rear gardens and outbuildings at very different levels, with drainage and access that can be awkward.
Areas we cover include Bridgetown, Dartington, Follaton, Ashprington, Harberton.
What surveyors look out for in Totnes
- Many town-centre buildings are listed, so alterations and repairs need consent
- Hidden timber frames behind slate hanging may have decay or beetle damage
- Lower parts of town and The Plains are at risk of tidal flooding
- Cob and thatch properties in the South Hams need specialist maintenance
Which survey for a Totnes home?
A Level 3 Building Survey is strongly recommended for Totnes's historic and listed buildings, ideally by a surveyor experienced with timber-framed and earth-walled construction.
| 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 Totnes 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 Totnes: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Totnes?
Our fixed prices in Totnes 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 Totnes do you cover?
We book surveyors across Totnes, including postcode districts TQ9, and nearby towns such as Paignton, Newton Abbot, Plymouth, Torquay.
Which survey should I get for a home in Totnes?
A Level 3 Building Survey is strongly recommended for Totnes's historic and listed buildings, ideally by a surveyor experienced with timber-framed and earth-walled construction.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Totnes?
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 Totnes 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 problemsNon-standard construction: PRC, timber frame and system-built homes
Buying a PRC, steel-framed, timber frame or system-built home? What non-standard construction means for mortgages, surveys and resale.