UK drone surveys — aerial mapping, sites and land
Book a CAA-verified drone pilot for aerial surveys anywhere in the UK. Orthomosaic maps, 3D models, topographical data and inspection imagery — delivered fast, with accuracy your planners, insurers and surveyors can rely on.
Survey-grade accuracy
With ground control points our pilots deliver 2–5 cm accuracy — suitable for construction, planning and insurance work.
Fast site capture
A drone can survey a site in a fraction of the time of a traditional walk-over — most jobs captured on a single visit.
Rich deliverables
Orthomosaics, 3D point clouds, digital surface models, elevation profiles and structured PDF reports.
CAA-verified pilots
Every pilot on the Drone Assisted network is checked for CAA competency, insurance and identity before their first job.
Nationwide dispatch
Pilots across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — set the location, we handle the coverage.
Managed end-to-end
One point of contact for the whole mission — briefing, dispatch, delivery and QA.
How it works
- Step 01
Send your brief
Site location, size, deliverables and deadline. Attach plans or shapefiles if you have them.
- Step 02
We match a pilot
The closest verified pilot with the right capability is dispatched. You see their credentials up front.
- Step 03
Flight on site
The pilot captures imagery, video and any survey data required. Typically 1–3 hours on site.
- Step 04
Data delivered
Orthomosaics, 3D models and reports uploaded to your secure portal — usually within 3–5 working days.
Typical UK drone survey prices: £250–£450 for a small site inspection, £500–£1,200 for a mapping / photogrammetry survey with deliverables, £1,500–£3,000+ for LiDAR or large multi-site projects. Founding member companies lock in 10% off every flight for life.
Full UK drone pilot price guideStandards, regulation and professional bodies
Every pilot on the Drone Assisted network is trained through a CAA approved training provider and holds current registrations on the CAA drone and model aircraft register.
Survey deliverables (orthomosaics, point clouds, volumetrics, topographic outputs) are produced in formats compatible with RICS qualified surveyors and follow the professional standards promoted by ARPAS UK, the UK drone industry association.
Frequently asked questions
What is a drone survey?▾
A drone survey uses an aerial platform to capture high-resolution imagery, video, orthomosaics or 3D models of a site, building or piece of land — faster and cheaper than traditional survey methods.
How much does a drone survey cost in the UK?▾
Most site and land drone surveys sit between £250 and £900 depending on size, deliverables and whether photogrammetry or LiDAR data is required. Complex surveys are quoted per site.
How accurate is a drone survey?▾
With ground control points a photogrammetry drone survey typically achieves 2–5 cm accuracy — comfortably within tolerance for construction, planning and insurance work.
What deliverables can I expect?▾
High-resolution aerial imagery, orthomosaic maps, 3D point clouds, digital surface models and PDF reports — tailored to what your project needs.
Do I need permission for a drone survey on my site?▾
The pilot handles CAA airspace checks and any Operational Authorisation. You'll usually just need to confirm site access and any local access controls.
Ready to get started?
Every pilot on the Drone Assisted network is CAA-verified, insured and reference-checked.
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