Building Surveys & RICS Valuations in
the Cotswolds
Your local Chartered Building Surveyors in the Cotswolds. Trusted since 1988.
Areas We Cover in the Cotswolds
Broadway
Cheltenham
Burford
Oxford
Moreton-in-Marsh
Bourton-on-the-Water
Chipping Campden
Stow-on-the-Wold
Stratford-upon-Avon
Stow on the Wold
Supporting you across the Cotswolds and surrounding areas
Carpenter Surveyors approach to our work is informed by both our rich heritage and experience, as well as the latest technological advancements and methods. With our friendly, RICS regulated professional services, we offer unrivalled customer experience.
Our experienced team provides a range of consultancy services, including RICS Condition Surveys, Home Surveys and Building Surveys to Valuation services across the Cotswolds so you can purchase with confidence.
Guy Source AssocRICS
Surveyor
Stratford-upon-Avon Office
Gregg Cave AssocRICS
Surveyor
Stratford-upon-Avon Office
Level 2 Homebuyers Survey In The Cotswolds
This service applies to houses, bungalows and flats that are conventional in type and construction and are apparently in reasonable condition. You will gain a thorough understanding of your property through this survey, identifying critical concerns as well as potential future issues. This would generally include property conversions and properties that:
Are typically less than 100 years of age
Are built of conventional building materials and construction methods
Have service systems commonly used in domestic residential properties
Level 3 Building Survey In the Cotswolds
Essential for larger or older properties, or if you’re planning major works in the the Cotswolds region.
Formerly known as a ‘Structural Survey’ this report option is the most comprehensive report and provides you with an in-depth analysis of the property’s condition, including advice on defects, repairs and maintenance options.
Heritage Surveys in the Cotswolds
A detailed report is one of the most valuable tools you can have when buying a Listed Building. It is essential to understand a building's condition and any repairs that need to be made.
Carpenters Heritage Division specialises in the inspection and survey of historic houses. It is staffed by surveyors who have considerable experience in surveying a broad range of historic properties.
Acquiring a historic house is for most people a rewarding and happy experience. For some people, however, the experience can be quite the opposite. Whilst people wish to own a historic house for the right reasons, there are many pitfalls and potential problems which can turn those wishes into a costly mistake. We’re here to help.
RICS Valuations in the Cotswolds
Valuation underpins all property decision making. Whether you’re a national bank, property developer, or a private buyer. Value is important. That’s why you should be very careful about who you consider to do it. You can trust Carpenters to give you the insight you need in a Market Valuation, or a Building Survey.
It can be complex and challenging to reliably establish value, with many variables to consider on a property-by-property basis.
Our reports are clear, unambiguous and well thought through. That’s why lenders will often ask for Carpenters by name!
Why Choose Carpenter Surveyors?
We act at all times with objectivity and independence.
Base our reports on facts and experience.
Provide you with the right information to make an informed decision.
Be on hand at every step, to guide you through the process.
Key Information: The Cotswolds
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The Cotswolds is home to some of the most unspoilt, historic and famous towns and villages in England. The honey-coloured stone buildings provide a quintessential English charm found no-where else in the world. It really is a unique experience!
Beautiful villages such as Snowshill and Painswick nestle in the Cotswold Hills, are sure to delight any visitor. Historical market towns such as Cirencester, Tetbury, Stroud and Tewkesbury offer excellent local shopping with thriving markets bursting with local produce. For those visitors looking to enjoy the countryside from a more urban base the larger towns of Gloucester, with its historic waterfront, and Regency Cheltenham Spa offers impressive architecture, stylish shopping and world-class horse racing.
There are so many towns and villages to explore, you will need to start planning your next trip before you leave.
Beautiful countryside, chic accommodation, colourful markets, quirky events and shopping…. The stunning towns and villages of the Cotswolds will always surprise you!
North Cotswolds
Whilst the rightly famous and popular towns of the north Cotswolds such as Cheltenham, Broadway, Bourton on the Water or Burford feature in every guidebook, head off the beaten track and you can unearth hidden gems such as Bourton on the Hill or Naunton. Each of the better known market towns such as Chipping Campden, Moreton in Marsh and Stow on the Wold has a cluster of villages around it and these are decidedly Cotswold in character and well worth investigating.
Winchcombe is an unspoilt market town set on the Cotswold edge. It’s known as being a centre for walkers and is a great place to base yourself if you want to enjoy the rural Cotswolds. A stay in the north Cotswolds brings Stratford upon Avon and Oxford into perfect range for day visits.
South Cotswolds
The south Cotswolds covers the area around Cirencester and the Stroud Valleys – continuing down to north Wiltshire and towns such as Tetbury and Malmesbury. Basing yourself here puts Bristol and Bath within easy reach.
The Cotswold Water Park dominates the south of the Cotswolds and is an incredible place for leisure offering sports, walks and a beach based around 150 lakes in 40 square miles. Despite its size, it is a well-kept secret just a few miles from Cirencester.
There are ‘Five Valleys’ here which meet at the town of Stroud; linked by the lofty heights of Rodborough, Minchinhampton and Selsley Commons. Many artists and craftspeople live in these peaceful, hidden valleys. The surrounding pretty towns of Nailsworth, Painswick, Fairford and Tetbury are all lovely Cotswold market towns.
Whichever part of the Cotswolds you choose, the advice is to really make yourself at home by staying a little longer.
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According to Rightmove, Properties in Cotswolds had an overall average price of £405,759 over the last year.
The majority of sales in Cotswolds during the last year were semi-detached properties, selling for an average price of £375,144. Detached properties sold for an average of £617,347, with terraced properties fetching £323,826.
Overall, sold prices in Cotswolds over the last year were similar to the previous year and 6% up on the 2021 peak of £382,292.
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The local plan for the Cotswolds 2011 - 2031 can be found at this link.