Building Inspections in Bicton, Perth
Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census
What’s here in Bicton
- Separate houses
- 66.6%
- Semi-detached / townhouse
- 27.7%
- Flats & apartments
- 5.1%
2,742 occupied private dwellings
Local profile · ABS 2021 Census
Who lives in Bicton
- Median age
- 45yrs
Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows
How Bicton
was built
Bicton's housing stock reflects a significant period of development from the 1970s through to the 1990s, with a continued presence of post-2000 construction. Our inspections show a mix of homes from these eras, built on the Bassendean sand plain. This blend of older and newer properties contributes to the suburb's varied architectural landscape.
Top defects in Bicton
Five issues we find most.
From 14 SURE inspections in Bicton. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.
7 defect types indexed across 14 inspections
Common issues in Bicton
Inspecting
Bicton homes
Our Perth South inspector covers Bicton (6157), where we have observed a mix of housing stock from the 1970s-2000s and post-2000. Our findings in this smaller indicative sample show that External Wall Cracking due to Settlement is present in 54.5% of reports. We also frequently identify High Termite Risk Due to Environmental Surrounds and Concealed Slab Edge, each appearing in 45.5% of our inspections. Given Bicton's geology of Bassendean sand over a clay-rich sub-base, we pay close attention to issues related to ground movement. Our inspections thoroughly assess these common concerns and other potential defects specific to the local environment and construction styles.
DefectIndex
SURE has indexed 7 defects across 14 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in Bicton.
Bicton and surrounding suburbs
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Questions we hear about Bicton
How does Bicton's geology affect properties?
Bicton is built on the Bassendean sand plain over a clay-rich sub-base. Near the Swan River foreshore, reactive clay can influence ground movement. This geology contributes to issues like External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, which we've found in 6 out of 11 reports in the 6157 postcode.
Who will conduct my inspection in Bicton?
Your inspection in Bicton will be conducted by our Perth South inspector. They are certified with CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008, covering Perth's southern corridor from South Perth down to Rockingham and Baldivis.
What are the most common building defects found in Bicton?
Based on an indicative sample of 14 SURE inspections carried out in Bicton, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Timber in Contact with Ground, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House, Downpipes Not Connected to Storm Water.
Are termite or timber pest concerns common in Bicton?
Yes. Across 14 inspections in Bicton, the most common timber-pest findings include Timber in Contact with Ground, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Mulch and Garden Beds Against House. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.
What structural issues are typical for homes in Bicton?
Common structural findings we record in Bicton include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.
Is moisture a concern in Bicton homes?
Excessive Moisture Readings are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 14 inspections in Bicton. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.
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