Home Report Macduff
Home reports are required by law in Scotland when it comes to selling a residential property. They are there to give buyers a solid reckoning of all the important details offering peace of mind for the buyer and the seller alike. With home reports, a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) regulated surveyor with a deep knowledge of the local area and a nearby office is essential criteria to provide a thorough and rigorous survey. If you’re selling in the Macduff area, then Shepherd Chartered Surveyors satisfies all criteria to deliver a comprehensive and trusted home report.
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors are the largest provider of home reports in Scotland. We are represented on all major lender’s panels and our knowledge of the market in Macduff, and wider Aberdeenshire council area is second to none. With many years of experience surveying locations across Scotland and a vast network of offices, we can guarantee an exceedingly high quality of service. You can be sure of speaking to an experienced Royal Institution regulated Chartered Surveyor who can provide you with a quote ahead of any commitment.
Buying in Macduff
Macduff is an attractive coastal town in Aberdeenshire, on the north coast of Banffshire, on the Moray Firth, of roughly 4000 residents. It sits about 47 miles northwest of Aberdeen, about 21 miles east of Buckie, 24 miles west of Fraserburgh, just about 10 miles north of Turriff, and very close to Banff at just over a mile away to the east linked by the seven-arch Deveron Bridge. The town was firmly established as a major fishing port in the region with the construction of its harbour in the late 18th century. Macduff is a former burgh and interestingly was the last place in the United Kingdom where deep-water wooden fishing boats were built.
The harbour still plays a role in the local economy albeit lessened simply through time and changing economics. Many residents are working in different sectors or commuting to surrounding settlements like Banff, Turriff, Aberdeen, Buckie and Fraserburgh. The town has no railway line, so to get around residents must rely on transport by car and bus. The main routes in and out of the town are the A98, A97 and B9031 roads which allow for travel directly to most destinations for commuters, or for places a bit further away connections to other main routes.
As for amenities in the town, the town has the usual local and chain shops and services you would expect. The harbour still plays a role and is where freshly caught seafood can be bought from local fishmongers, and traditional fish and chip shops, or sampled at the local bars and restaurants. The award-winning Macduff Marine Aquarium – a particular draw in Aberdeenshire Coast’s visitor attractions – provides a fascinating insight into a world beneath the waves which only divers see. All of the exhibits are found in local waters which is surprising to most as the variety of fish, invertebrates and seaweeds is incredibly colourful and does not reflect the traditional image of chilly Scottish waters. Another draw, but more for golf lovers is the Royal Tarlair Golf Club which boasts fantastic views out to sea and across the Bay of Cullen. Being so close to Banff means residents practically share all the amenities therein too.
In terms of local schooling, children in Macduff will typically attend Macduff Primary School, while some on the western side of the town may attend Banff Primary. When reaching secondary school age, children will attend Banff Academy. With the towns being so close it is a short journey away for most.
At January 2024, property in Macduff stood at an average value of £139,608. Though different property types in Macduff have had different average selling prices over the last 12 months: £203,130 for detached properties, £128,496 for semi-detached, £94,000 for terraced and £46,633 for flats.
Why Use Shepherd Chartered Surveyors?
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors are the largest provider of home reports in Scotland, with origins dating back to the 18th century. Fully regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, we can offer an in-depth knowledge of the Macduff property market that nobody else can.
If you’re looking for a home report in Macduff or wider Aberdeenshire, you’ll find a Shepherd branch in Fraserburgh at 54 Broad Street, Fraserburgh, AB43 9AH. We cover all properties from Aberchirder, Banff, Boyndlie, Cairnbulg, Cornhill, Crimond, Cuminestown, Fraserburgh, Fyvie, Gardenstown, Inverallochy, King Edward, Lonmay, Macduff, Maud, Memsie, New Aberlour, New Byth, New Deer, New Pitsligo, Pennan, Pitullie, Portsoy, Rosehearty, St. Combs, Sandhaven, Strichen, Turriff, and Whitehill, equating to postcode areas of AB42, AB43, AB44, AB45, AB53. We are available at our office to give you a quote at any time. Nobody can offer the same level of local market knowledge as Shepherd, our wealth of experience, proven industry expertise, and vast network of offices stand testament to that.
Office Details
- 54 Broad Street, Fraserburgh, AB43 9AH
- Email: fraserburgh@shepherd.co.uk
- Tel: 01346 517456
Opening Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 8.45am to 5.30pm
- Friday: 8.45am to 5pm
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