Homes in Hereford
Hereford is a cathedral city on the River Wye, famous for the Mappa Mundi. Its centre has medieval, Georgian and Victorian buildings, many listed, and the old city is a conservation area. Victorian and Edwardian terraces fill the areas near the centre, and Aylestone Hill and Hampton Park have larger Victorian and Edwardian homes. Many older buildings in the centre are timber framed behind later facades.
Inter-war and post-war estates fill much of the city, with Tupsley, Whitecross and Belmont among the larger areas. Newer developments have been built on the city's edges, including Holmer. The Wye floods regularly, affecting low-lying areas near the river. Older buildings use local red sandstone and brick, and the clay soils can cause movement.
Areas we cover include Tupsley, Whitecross, Belmont, Hampton Park, Bobblestock, Holmer, Aylestone Hill.
What surveyors look out for in Hereford
- Flood risk from the River Wye
- Listed buildings and conservation area controls
- Victorian terraces with damp
- Clay soils with trees
Which survey for a Hereford home?
A Level 3 Building Survey suits Hereford's older properties, while a Level 2 Home Survey works for post-war and newer 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 Hereford 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 Hereford: FAQs
How much does a house survey cost in Hereford?
Our fixed prices in Hereford 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 Hereford do you cover?
We book surveyors across Hereford, including postcode districts HR1, HR2, HR4, and nearby towns such as Leominster, Ross-on-Wye, Ledbury.
Which survey should I get for a home in Hereford?
A Level 3 Building Survey suits Hereford's older properties, while a Level 2 Home Survey works for post-war and newer homes.
How quickly can a surveyor visit a property in Hereford?
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 Hereford 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 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.