Home Buyers Survey Crofton Park


Trusted by 100s of clients with their home survey in Crofton Park giving our panel of local RICS building surveyors detailed knowledge of properties in your area. We're booking from 21/02/2026* with same-day callback & fast reports starting from just £375 EXC VAT.

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Panel of RICS Surveyors for House Survey

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House Survey Costs

Cost from £375 EXC VAT
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Local Building Survey Crofton Park

Our Building Surveyors specialise in the local area and have completed house surveys in London, Peckham, Ladywell, Honor Oak Park, Brockley, Forest Hill and Lewisham.

We work with specialist RICS Building Surveyors to undertake Home Buyers Surveys in Crofton Park. Whether you are buying an old run down 'doer upper' or standard construction freehold house, our RICS surveyors have seen them all.

With a vast number of years of experience completing building surveys on properties in Crofton Park we'll be able to give you the detailed Crofton Park HomeBuyers report that you will need to know and what defects there are with your property.


Defects flagged in a Crofton Park Home Buyers Survey


HomeBuyers Report Crofton Park
Local Tip 1
All properties in Crofton Park, including in streets such as Marnock Road and Elsiemaud Road, are in an area which is subject to flood alerts from time to time.

If you are concerned that a property you are looking to buy is in a flood risk area, you should consider getting a flood risk report (click for more details).
 HomeBuyers Survey Crofton Park
Local Tip 2
Properties sometimes have issues with ground stability in certain locations in Crofton Park.

In a recent environmental search, taken out for a property in Manwood Road, SE4 1AA, the report noted that there was a moderate potential for natural ground instability within 250m of the property.

This should not be taken to mean that the property in question actually suffered/suffers from subsidence however as "active subsidence will be dependent on local conditions, such as the proximity of trees or areas where trees have been removed, which require an inspection of the site to identify the nature of the ground on which the property is built."

Click to find out more about subsidence
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Local Tip 3
Properties in various parts of Crofton Park, including streets such as Manwood Road and Brockley Grove , may well be affected by the Transport for London schemes.

If you are buying a property in the area and this is of concern to you, you may well wish to consider purchasing an Energy & Infrastructure Report. or a report specific to either of the two rail schemes mentioned.

Types of property in Crofton Park?


Crofton Park only became a built up area when the railway arrived in 1892, prior to that the main buildings were Brockley Farm, Brockley Hall and the Brockley Jack pub. The area rapidly expanded between then and the 1st world war with many terrace houses built (late Victorian and Edwardian) and the local authority built flats and houses. The Edwardian public library was built in 1905 and the Crofton Park Picture Palace was built in 1913 (now the Rivoli Ballroom).

The area was bombed heavily during the 2nd world war, particularly to the north of Crofton Park Station; new houses were built in that area from the 1950s to the 1970s: mainly semi-detached and terrace houses.

There have been new build developments in Lewisham Way and some houses in Dragonfly Place have been sold under shared ownership terms.


Why Choose SAM Conveyancing for your Home Survey?

In helping over 15,339 survey clients since 2014, we've learned a lot about surveys in Crofton Park using our panel of over 100 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Your Crofton Park surveyor will be local to your property, so whether you're worried about subsidence, damp, infestations, extensions, or even just for peace of mind, we've got you covered.

Our HomeBuyers Survey costs are fixed and competitive, as you'll see from all our Excellent reviews on Trustpilot. This means you don't have to break the bank to get a full health check on your new home. Get a Home Buyer Survey Quote today, or if you're not sure which survey to choose and want to know the difference between a Level 2 Home Survey and a Level 3 Building Survey, then give us a cal,l and we'll happily tell you what you need - 0207 112 5388 (local call charges apply).


What defects are flagged in a Homebuyer's Survey?


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Crack in outside wall above window flagged in a Home Building Survey
Cracks/Subsidence

Cracks are inspected and in the report will confirm if you need a structural engineer as there are signs of historical or current movement.

Damp and mould on a wall flagged in a Home Building Survey
Damp

The RICS surveyor will use a moisture meter in the rooms and report any high levels along with any mould or damp causing damage to the walls/windows.

Rotting wood on a window frame flagged in a Home Building Survey
Wood Rot

The wooden door frames and windows will be inspected for rotting and wood worm.

Rat Infestation flagged in a Home Building Survey
Infestations

The surveyor looks for signs of infestations through droppings, damage to piping/flooring and in some cases finding where the nest is.

Japanese Knotweed in a garden flagged in a Home Building Survey
Japanese Knotweed

The surveyor will check the grounds of the property and, where possible, check over the fences to neighbouring plots to identify if there is a risk of Japanese knotweed.

Drains and man hole covers flagged in a Home Building Survey
Drains and Manhole Covers

The surveyor lifts up accessible man hole covers to check if the drains are blocked. You may need to get your drains inspected with CCTV.

Roof loft space with insulation flagged in a Home Building Survey
Roof and Loft Space

The surveyor will enter into the roof/loft space if there is a safe and accessible ladder. They'll look for insulation, signs of leaking and and damage.

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Difference between a level 2 and level 3 house survey
A Level 2 HomeBuyers Report is for newer, conventional properties. A Level 3 Building Survey is for a comprehensive analysis, for older or larger properties.

Is a homebuyers survey worth it?
For conventional properties, a HomeBuyers Survey is invaluable. Identified defects can be used as leverage during price negotiations with the seller and can save 1000s of pounds.

Average Cost of Building Surveyor in 2026 in Crofton Park

The cost varies depending on the size and condition of the property, with the average cost of our HomeBuyers Survey starting at £375 EXC VAT. The average cost of a Building Survey is higher. Our fixed fees start at £499 EXC VAT.

To ensure accuracy, we utilise Rightmove or Zoopla to assess the property type, guaranteeing a fixed quote tailored to your needs. For guidance on choosing the right survey, contact our survey specialists at 0207 112 5388.



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RICS Level 2 Home Survey with a Valuation

A RICS Level 2 Home Survey, which used to be called the HomeBuyer Report or a Home Buyer Survey, is generally suitable for:

  • Bungalows
  • Flats
  • Standard construction houses

The majority of Crofton Park's leasehold flats require only a RICS HomeBuyer Report but for any Victorian conversions, a Building Survey may well be required.

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