Covering Esher
Esher is about 13 miles north-east of Guildford. We also cover Walton-on-Thames (2 miles to the north-west), Sunbury-on-Thames and Surbiton.
Homes in the South East
The South East has a lot of 1930s and post-war semi-detached housing, well suited to rear extensions and hip-to-gable loft conversions, alongside period properties in conservation areas that need a more careful design.
What goes into a new-build home?
We can take a plot from feasibility through planning, detailed design, building regulations, construction and handover, or build to a design and planning permission you already have. The structure can be traditional masonry or timber frame, and we work to the energy and ventilation rules that apply to new homes in each nation.
- Design, planning application and discharge of conditions
- Groundworks, services and drainage connections
- Full internal fit-out and landscaping
What is the guide price for a new-build home in Esher?
Typical ranges for new-build homes. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.
| New-build homes | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Standard specification | £2,000 to £2,500 per m² |
| Good specification | £2,500 to £3,000 per m² |
| High specification | £3,000 to £3,600 per m² |
Planning and building rules in Esher
English projects need planning clearance from the local council, building regulations sign-off from building control, and party wall notices where the work is on or near a shared boundary. We prepare and manage all three.
This needs full planning permission from the council. We prepare the drawings and supporting documents, submit the application and respond to the planning officer.
What should Esher homeowners check first?
- Utility connections (water, sewer, power) can take months to arrange, so we apply early.
- Most lenders want a structural warranty or architect’s certificate on a new home.
How does the project run?
- Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
- Site visit. We walk the plot or existing house, look at access, levels, services and boundaries, and talk through what could be built.
- Price and paperwork. The design is priced line by line, and we submit the planning and building control applications.
- Build and hand over. Our teams build to the programme, building control inspects, and you get the completion paperwork at the end.
New-build homes: common questions
How much does it cost to build a new house?
Typically £2,000 to £3,600 per square metre to build, depending on specification, ground conditions and design. New dwellings are usually zero-rated for VAT.
Can you help with planning on a plot?
Yes. We appraise the plot, prepare the design and submit the application.
Do you work in Esher?
Yes. Esher is within our coverage for new-build homes, along with nearby Walton-on-Thames and Sunbury-on-Thames.
Also covering
- New-build homes in Walton-on-Thames
- New-build homes in Sunbury-on-Thames
- New-build homes in Surbiton
- New-build homes in Hanworth
Learn more about new-build homes, or see every project we cover in Esher.

