Selling a home in Macmerry?
You’ll need an up-to-date Home Report available to potential buyers when you put your property on the market.
We provide Home Reports across East Lothian from our local Musselburgh office, with clear reporting and practical guidance throughout the process.
Quick Answers about selling a home in Macmerry
Do I need a Home Report to sell in Macmerry?
Most homes sold in Scotland require a Home Report, with some exceptions (e.g., private sales not listed on the market). The seller or their agent must provide it.
How old can the Home Report be?
When a property is put on the market, the Home Report must be no more than 3 months old.
What’s included?
A Home Report has three parts:
Single Survey
Energy Report
Property Questionnaire
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Local Market Snapshot
In January 2025, property in Macmerry stood at an average value of £272,993. While the average house price is still above the Scottish average, it is a more affordable settlement in East Lothian considering some of the averages across towns and villages in the area.
Musselburgh Office Details
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors — Musselburgh
187 North High Street, Musselburgh EH21 6AN
Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8.45am to 5.30pm
Friday: 8.45am to 5pm
Why local knowledge matters
The village of Macmerry, in East Lothian, has about 1,350 residents and is primarily a commuter village today. Initially the village was primarily intended to house miners working in the local area.
Macmerry retains a village, rural feel, while still being within reach of larger settlements with more goings on. For instance, it is only about 16 miles from Edinburgh City Centre, which is easily accessible along the A1 trunk road. Likewise, Musselburgh is within easy reach, and is just under 6 miles away again on the A1 road. Wallyford, Prestonpans, and Tranent are also all within easy reach westwards, while to the east Haddington is under 7 miles away. In any other place a village like Macmerry could feel quite isolated, but it is almost in the middle of most other nearby settlements. New homes are also being built in the area which will draw in new residents to the area.
In terms of amenities and things to do, it must be said that Macmerry doesn’t have a lot going on; it’s a quiet village. However, as mentioned it is almost in the middle of many larger settlements, or those with particularly unique amenities and attractions, which are all within reasonable distance and travel time for residents. Haddington for instance, the administrative centre of East Lothian, is just 10 minutes away by car. The centre of Musselburgh can be reached in about 15 – 20 minutes. The Prestonpans, Cockenzie and Port Seton areas with their coastal locations and fantastic scenery and nearby beaches can be reached in just over 10 minutes by car too.
In terms of transport links for the village, the only real means to get around is by car using the A199 road or A1 trunk road. There are local bus services connecting Macmerry to Tranent and other nearby settlements where connecting services can be found. The closest train station is in Prestonpans.
As for local schooling, the village is served by a single primary school: Macmerry Primary School. When of secondary age, pupils would attend Ross High School in Tranent.
What do you get in a Home Report?
Single Survey
A professional inspection that provides a snapshot of the property’s condition at the time of inspection, with clear condition ratings and notes.
Energy Report (includes EPC)
An overview of energy performance and emissions, plus recommended improvements. If you’re producing a Home Report, the EPC is included within it.
Property Questionnaire
Completed by the seller, covering practical information a buyer needs (for example, council tax band, utilities, parking, alterations and factoring arrangements where relevant).
How it works
Request a quote
Via online form
Book the inspection
Arranged at a suitable time for you
Survey completed
By a qualified RICS surveyor
Home Report issued
Ready to share with your prospective buyers
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Residential Services
Most homes marketed for sale in Scotland need a Home Report, but there are exceptions (for example, certain private sales not put on the market).
Yes — if you’re producing a Home Report, the EPC is included as part of it.
Not necessarily. Access can often be arranged via your selling agent, keysafe, or other agreed method.
The report may recommend specialist checks for particular issues. If that happens, we’ll explain what it means and what people usually do next.
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