The average conveyancing fee for buying and selling a property is £1,278.50. Use our Conveyancing Fees Calculator to get an instant estimate based on your circumstances.
How Do You Calculate Conveyancing Fees?
Conveyancing fees are calculated based on a mix of solicitor fees and third-party expenses (known as disbursements). The total quote depends on:
- Your property's value
- Whether you're buying or selling, or both
- If you're buying a leasehold rather than a freehold
- If you're using a government scheme or paying with a gifted deposit
- The third-party disbursements
- The estimated time it will take your solicitor to complete your case
You can use our Conveyancing Fees Calculator above to get a tailored estimate based on your circumstances.
What are the Average UK Conveyancing Costs?
Typically the conveyancing fees for buying a property are £1,518 on average. Conveyancing fees for selling a property is much cheaper at £1,023. This is based on Compare My Move users over the past year. It includes legal fees, disbursements, and any extra costs. These additional costs are dependent on various factors.
What are Extra Costs?
Difficult cases can incur extra costs due to the work involved for your conveyancer. Extra costs can even be found with fixed fee conveyancing which is a pre-agreed price for legal fees. The conveyancing process can be prolonged in complex cases which may drive up the cost of legal fees. Here are some extra costs to bear in mind:
Leasehold
If you are buying or selling a leasehold property, the average costs are higher. This is because more documentation has to be submitted by your conveyancing solicitor. Extra costs can include Leasehold Enfranchisement which is when the buyer wishes to purchase the freehold.
New Build
There are additional fees when purchasing new build properties. Not every solicitor deals with new build properties, so you will have to hire a new build solicitor. This fee is usually requested upfront at the beginning of the conveyancing process.
Transfer of Equity
Transfer of equity is when a party is removed or added to the deeds of a property. You will need to hire a transfer of equity solicitor to carry out the legal process.
How Long Does Conveyancing Take?
Conveyancing takes between 8 and 12 weeks from when an offer is accepted. If you have specific requirements or there are complications, this can prolong the conveyancing process. This can include purchasing a leasehold property or being part of a property chain.
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Save on Conveyancing Quotes
Conveyancing fees when buying a house or selling a house can add up, especially when dealing with complex cases. This means it's important to find the right conveyancing solicitor for you. Your estate agent may have recommendations. However, bear in mind that they may receive a referral fee.
There are steps you can take to save money. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
Use Our Calculator
You can use our conveyancing fees calculator for a cost estimate. This provides you with an idea of what to expect when you receive your fees.
Use Our Comparison Form
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