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What are conveyancing fees?
Conveyancing fees are costs you pay a conveyancer to handle the legal side of buying or selling a property.
By the end of this guide, you’ll know:
The full guide to conveyancing fees
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Conveyancing fees are one of the most important costs to consider when buying or selling a property. In this guide, we break down exactly how much conveyancing costs, what’s included, and how to avoid unexpected charges. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced seller, this guide will help you budget with confidence.
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What do conveyancing fees cover?
When buying or selling a property, you’ll typically instruct an expert conveyancer who will guide you through the whole process. They’ll carry out the legal side of your home move, including:
Review contracts and legal documents
Carry out property searches
Liaise with the other party’s solicitor and your mortgage lender
Transfer funds securely
Register ownership with HM Land Registry
These fees are essential to ensure your transaction is legally valid and completed correctly.
Types of conveyancing fees
There are two types of conveyancing fees:
Legal fees: The basic fee you’ll pay your conveyancer for dealing with the legal aspects of the home buying or selling process.
Third party fees (also known as disbursements): These are third-party costs that your conveyancer pays on your behalf, such as searches, Land Registry fees, and identity checks.
Disbursements are non-refundable, as they are paid to external organisations.
Together, these make up the total cost of your conveyancing quote.
How much are conveyancing fees?
On average, conveyancing fees range from £1,000 to £3,000, depending on property, its location, and the complexity of the transaction.
Typical costs breakdown
Type of fee | Cost |
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Legal | £300 - £1,500+ |
Searches | £250 - £450 |
Land registry fees | £20 - £500 |
Stamp Duty Land Tax | Varies based on property price |
Bank transfer (telegraphic transfer) | £20 - £40 |
ID / money laundering checks | £10 - £20 |
Additional costs (e.g. leasehold) | £100 - 1,000+ |
What do conveyancing fees look like in practise?
While averages are useful, your actual conveyancing fees will depend on your specific transaction. For example:
A couple buying a £300,000 freehold property could expect to pay approximately:
Legal fees: £624
Mortgage fee: £99
File opening fee: £195
Stamp Duty Land Tax fee: £99
Additional buying costs can also include:
Search pack: £295
Land Registry fee: £150
Title Information and Completion Searches: £30
VAT: £267.35
Estimated total (including additional buying costs): £1,759.35
If the property is leasehold, additional third-party fees may apply. These costs can vary significantly depending on the property and managing agents, ranging from as little as £20 to several thousand pounds. As part of our service, we’ll identify any applicable leasehold costs during the legal process and clearly outline these as third-party fees, rather than charges from My Home Move Conveyancing.
ID checks, telegraphic transfers, archiving and lawyer verification fees are all included within My Home Move Conveyancing’s legal fee. Unlike some firms, we do not charge these separately or per client, ensuring a more transparent and cost-effective fee structure that protects your interests.
Stamp Duty may also apply depending on the property price. You can use our Stamp Duty calculator to get an accurate estimate for your purchase.
Get your personalised conveyancing quote
Conveyancing fees will depend on the specific details of your purchase or sale. Use our online conveyancing quote calculator and get your instant quote from trusted conveyancing experts – no hassle, no commitment, just clear, upfront pricing.
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What affects conveyancing fees?
Several key factors influence how much you’ll pay:
Property value – Higher value properties often result in higher legal fees
Property type – Leasehold properties typically cost more than freehold, often involving additional legal documents such as Deeds of Covenant (legal agreements between you and the freeholder) or management packs
Location – Search fees vary by local authority
Transaction complexity – Property chains, new builds, shared ownership, and additional legal requirements can increase the amount of legal work involved
Mortgage involvement – Additional legal checks are required if you’re using a lender
Understanding these factors helps you anticipate costs and avoid surprises.
Comparing conveyancing fees
Choosing the right conveyancer isn’t just about price – it’s about value and transparency.
Here’s what to look out for:
Compare multiple conveyancing quotes to understand the market rate
Check what’s included – ensure both legal fees and disbursements are covered
Watch for hidden fees, such as extra charges for completing forms or handling your mortgage
Look for fixed-fee pricing to avoid unexpected costs
Check reviews and reputation before making your decision.
The cheapest option isn’t always the best — reliability and communication are equally important. Read our comparing conveyancing fees guide for a more detailed breakdown of what costs to expect.
My Home Move Conveyancing fees
At My Home Move Conveyancing, we aim to provide transparent, competitive pricing with no hidden costs.
What's included?
Your quote includes:
Legal fees
Property searches
Land Registry fees
ID and anti-money laundering checks
Standard disbursements
No Move, No Legal Fee guarantee
At My Home Move Conveyancing, we include all fees up front, so you’re never surprised. We also offer a No Move, No Legal Fee guarantee, meaning you won’t be charged for any legal fees if the transaction falls through at no fault of your own before the exchange of contracts milestone.
Search pack guarantee
If you have already paid for searches and the transaction falls through, we will honour a search pack free of charge on one alternate property you may decide to buy when you instruct through us within three months of the transaction falling through.
Additional services
Services such as Fraud Protection and Confirmation of Sale are available and provide essential protection against the threat of fraud. These come at an additional cost and are added to your financial statement, but you can opt out if preferred.
Please speak to your conveyancer to understand the benefits and risks of opting out.
Conveyancing fees FAQs
Why choose My Home Move Conveyancing
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Trusted by our customers
The conveyancing firms we work with put their customers first, and are rated excellently, so rest assured you’ll only ever receive the best service.
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Using the right combination of tech and people, at the right points in your journey, helps to fast track the process and keep you in control.
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