HouseDossier
Property Survey Report

Property Survey Report UK -
Intelligent Due Diligence, Instantly

Before spending £500–£1,500 on a physical survey, run a HouseDossier report. 70+ government data points covering every major risk factor - available in 60 seconds for under £20.

Try a postcode (SW1A 2AA) or “12 SW1A 2AA”. Covers England and Wales.

Free preview always included. Full survey intelligence report from £19.95.

Why This Matters

Most Buyers Survey Too Late - Or Not at All

Around 20% of UK buyers do not commission any survey - relying solely on the mortgage lender's valuation, which is not designed to identify property defects. Of those who do survey, many commission only a Level 1 Condition Report, which provides little actionable intelligence. The result: post-purchase discoveries that cost an average of £5,750 to rectify, according to the HomeOwners Alliance.

Physical surveys are excellent - but they have a blind spot. A RICS surveyor inspects what they can see on the day. They cannot assess environmental risk factors, historical planning decisions, coal mine workings below ground, or whether the postcode is in a high-risk crime area. That information comes from government datasets - and that is precisely what HouseDossier provides.

Used together, a HouseDossier report and a RICS physical survey give you a complete picture: the building's physical condition, and the external environment that affects its value and habitability over the long term.

20%

of UK buyers purchase with no survey whatsoever

HomeOwners Alliance

£5,750

average post-purchase repair cost for unsurveyed buyers

HomeOwners Alliance 2023

£400–£1,500

typical cost of a RICS physical survey

RICS

70+

government data points in a HouseDossier Full Dossier

HouseDossier

What the Report Covers

The Intelligence a Physical Survey Cannot Provide

Our report covers 15 sections that complement - not duplicate - what a RICS surveyor examines.

Flood risk (4 types)

Environment Agency

Ground & subsidence risk

BGS GeoSure

EPC & energy costs

MHCLG register

Planning history

Local authority portals

Mining & contaminated land

Coal Authority / BGS

Price history & comparables

HM Land Registry

Crime & safety

Police.uk API

Schools & Ofsted ratings

Department for Education

Radon gas risk

UK Health Security Agency

How We Compare

HouseDossier vs Physical Survey - What Each Provides

CheckHouseDossierRICS Survey
Flood risk (EA zones)-
Subsidence risk (BGS)-
Radon gas risk-
Mining history-
Planning history-
EPC & energy costs-
Sold price history-
Crime statistics-
Structural condition-
Roof & guttering inspection-
Damp & timber assessment-
Drain survey (optional add-on)-
Typical cost£9.95–£19.95£400–£1,500

How It Works

Your Property Intelligence Report in Three Steps

01

Enter the property address

We identify the property by UPRN and simultaneously query all 15 government data sources. No waiting for separate checks - everything runs in parallel.

02

Report sections stream in as they complete

You don't wait for all 15 sections to finish before you start reading. The fastest data (Land Registry, EPC) arrives within seconds; environmental data takes a little longer. You'll have the full picture within 60 seconds.

03

Download or share your PDF report

Your full report is available as a formatted PDF - useful for sharing with solicitors, instructing your RICS surveyor, or supporting a price negotiation.

Pricing

Simple, Transparent Pricing

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£9.95per report

Essential environmental and financial intelligence.

  • Flood risk (all 4 types)
  • EPC rating & costs
  • Sold price history
  • Crime statistics
  • Schools & Ofsted
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RECOMMENDED BEFORE SURVEY

Full Dossier

£19.95per report

Everything - 70+ data points across 15 sections.

  • Subsidence & ground risk (BGS)
  • Radon gas risk level
  • Mining history (Coal Authority)
  • Full planning history
  • AI executive summary & red flags
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FAQ

Property Survey Reports - Frequently Asked Questions

Is a HouseDossier report a replacement for a RICS survey?
No - and we are clear about that. A RICS Level 2 HomeBuyer Report (£400–£800) or Level 3 Building Survey (£600–£1,500) involves a qualified surveyor physically inspecting the property, testing drains, identifying structural movement, and assessing the roof, walls, and services. Our report uses government datasets and satellite data - it cannot see inside the walls or under the floorboards. What it can do is tell you whether the external risk factors (flood, subsidence, radon, contaminated land) warrant a more detailed physical investigation - and help you decide whether to proceed to a survey at all.
What types of property survey are available in the UK?
RICS recognises three standard survey levels. A Level 1 Condition Report is the most basic, giving a simple condition rating (Red/Amber/Green) for each element - suited to newer, conventional properties. A Level 2 HomeBuyer Survey includes more detail and a separate market valuation. A Level 3 Building Survey (formerly a Full Structural Survey) is the most comprehensive and is recommended for older, larger, or unusual properties. Your HouseDossier report is best used before commissioning any of these - to identify specific risks to instruct your surveyor to focus on.
Should I get a survey before or after making an offer?
In England and Wales, physical surveys typically happen after an offer has been accepted. However, using a HouseDossier report before making your offer lets you: (a) identify major red flags before you commit, (b) negotiate a lower price based on known issues, and (c) instruct your surveyor to focus on specific concerns rather than a general inspection. Many buyers now use a HouseDossier report as a first-pass check before viewing, and a full RICS survey only after their offer is accepted.
What does a property survey cost in 2025?
Prices vary by property size, age, and location. As a rough guide: a Level 1 Condition Report costs £250–£350; a Level 2 HomeBuyer Report costs £400–£800; a Level 3 Building Survey costs £600–£1,500 for an average three-bedroom house, rising to £2,000+ for large period properties. By comparison, a HouseDossier Full Dossier at £19.95 covers the environmental, data and regulatory intelligence that a physical survey cannot provide - and can help you decide whether to proceed to a full survey.
What is a pre-offer property check?
A pre-offer property check is a data-driven due diligence exercise carried out before submitting a purchase offer. It identifies environmental risks (flood, subsidence, radon), regulatory issues (planning, listing, conservation area), financial factors (council tax band, EPC-related running costs) and neighbourhood data (crime, schools, broadband). It allows you to make an informed offer, having accounted for risks that a physical inspection later might reveal.
Can I use a HouseDossier report to renegotiate after a physical survey?
Yes, many buyers use our reports in conjunction with physical surveys. If your RICS surveyor flags flood risk or subsidence potential, our Full Dossier provides the primary source data (EA flood zone, BGS GeoSure subsidence score) that you can cite in a renegotiation. Similarly, if the EPC shows a G rating and the surveyor estimates significant remediation costs, combining both documents gives you a strong basis for reducing your offer.

Start Your Due Diligence

Know the risks before you book a surveyor

Enter any UK address for instant property intelligence - 70+ data points in 60 seconds.

Try a postcode (SW1A 2AA) or “12 SW1A 2AA”. Covers England and Wales.

Free preview included. Full report from £19.95.

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