Christopher Anthony Surveyors provide specialist party wall surveying across South London, acting for homeowners, landlords, developers and architects throughout Southwark, Greenwich, Lewisham, Lambeth, Bromley, Croydon, Wandsworth and beyond.
South London's diverse mix of Victorian terraces, Georgian townhouses, post-war estates and newer riverside developments each present their own party wall considerations. We work across all of these property types regularly and bring the local understanding needed to handle party wall matters efficiently and without unnecessary delay.
South London's housing stock varies significantly borough by borough — from the Georgian townhouses of Greenwich and the Victorian terraces of Peckham and Brixton, to the mansion flat conversions of Clapham and the newer high-density developments around Elephant and Castle and Vauxhall. Each property type brings its own party wall considerations, and familiarity with what to look for makes a real difference to the quality of a schedule of condition and the practical content of a party wall award.
We also understand that South London projects often involve longer travel times for surveyors based elsewhere. We factor travel efficiently into our appointments and aim to keep turnaround times consistent regardless of which borough you're working in.
Side Return Extension — Peckham, Southwark
We acted as Building Owner Surveyor for a side return extension to a Victorian terrace in Peckham. The works involved building up to and along the boundary with the neighbouring property. Notices were served promptly and the adjoining owner dissented, appointing their own surveyor. We agreed the party wall award with the adjoining owner's surveyor within four weeks. The schedule of condition documented the condition of the neighbouring boundary wall, which had existing cracks — protecting our client from any subsequent damage claim.
Loft Conversion — Greenwich
We were instructed as Agreed Surveyor for a loft conversion in Greenwich, acting for both the building owner and the adjoining owner. The works involved raising the party wall on both sides of a mid-terrace property. A single agreed surveyor appointment kept costs down for both parties and the award was agreed within three weeks of instruction.
Rear Extension and Basement — Lambeth
We acted for a developer in Lambeth carrying out a combined rear extension and basement conversion. Three neighbouring properties were affected. We served notices on all three, carried out schedules of condition, and agreed party wall awards with each. One adjoining owner appointed their own surveyor; two agreed to use us as Agreed Surveyor. All three awards were in place within six weeks, allowing works to proceed on the agreed programme.
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Party Wall Notice:
£50 per notice + VAT, plus Land Registry search fees at cost (£7 per title).
Schedule of Condition Survey:
£350 + VAT. Includes full photographic and written report.
Party Wall Award (Principal):
£699 + VAT as Building Owner Surveyor.
All fees are fixed and agreed upfront. Use our online quote tool for an instant estimate, or call us for a written fee proposal within 24 hours.
Yes. If your work affects a shared wall or boundary, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies. We can confirm if notice is required after reviewing your plans.
If there’s no reply within 14 days, a dispute is deemed. Under section 10(4)(b) of the Act, we can appoint a surveyor for them so the process continues legally.
For standard residential projects — extensions, loft conversions and smaller basement works — we typically agree the party wall award within 3 to 5 weeks of surveyor appointment. More complex projects, such as larger basement excavations or works affecting multiple neighbours, may take slightly longer depending on the complexity of the award required.
Our Building Owner Surveyor fee is £699 + VAT per award, with Schedule of Condition surveys from £350 + VAT.
We cover Southwark, Lewisham, Greenwich, Lambeth, Croydon, Bromley, and surrounding areas.
If you are planning works in South London and need a Party Wall Surveyor, contact Christopher Anthony Surveyors today. You can use our online Party Wall Quote tool or call our office for free initial advice.
