Ecological surveys
Ecological surveys assess the impact of development on wildlife and habitats. Required by planning authorities for many projects, these surveys identify protected species like bats, great crested newts, and badgers. Ecologists recommend mitigation measures and can design biodiversity net gain strategies. Surveys must often be conducted at specific times of year when species are active.
Services that an Ecologist can provide
- Preliminary ecological appraisal (PEA)
- Bat emergence/re-entry surveys
- Great crested newt surveys
- Badger surveys
- Reptile surveys
- Breeding bird surveys
- Habitat assessment
- Biodiversity net gain calculations
Average Pricing
Desktop Study
£300
Initial assessment
PEA Survey
£600
Most common
Full Species Survey
£2,000+
Multiple visits
*Based on our research in 2025. Prices vary based on location, property size, and complexity.