Conveyancing in Ashbourne
Conveyancing is the legal process used for transferring ownership of a property from one party to another, or the work involved in a remortgage or transfer of equity. If you need a solicitor for conveyancing in Ashbourne, we can help you with fast & proactive conveyancing from a national panel of conveyancing specialists.
We have years of experience helping homemovers in Ashbourne and throughout Derbyshire Dales handle their sale, purchase, buy-to-let, Help to Buy, Right to Buy, shared ownership, new build, leasehold, lease extensions, remortgage and transfer of equity.
Buying property in Ashbourne
Ashbourne has a population of approximately 7,300 people. Known as the 'Gateway to the Peak District', Ashbourne in Derbyshire combines historic charm with access to stunning natural landscapes. It's renowned for the annual Shrovetide Football Match.
Council Tax in Ashbourne (2023/24)
Ashbourne is in Derbyshire Dales Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,416.47 |
| B | £1,652.55 |
| C | £1,888.63 |
| D | £2,124.71 |
| E | £2,596.87 |
| F | £3,069.02 |
| G | £3,541.18 |
| H | £4,249.42 |
What does an Ashbourne property lawyer do?
A solicitor will handle all the legal elements of buying a home. Your solicitor will carry out comprehensive due diligence, including raising enquires of the seller, applying for searches from local authorities (e.g. Derbyshire Dales Council) and registering your property at HMLR.
Ashbourne conveyancing solicitors could also undertake checks for additional planning restrictions associated with AONB.
Purchasing a home with a mortgage?
During the process of buying a house, your solicitor must also complete the legal work on behalf of the bank arranging your mortgage.
Being a member of a lender's panel will mean your solicitor is able to represent your lender.
Our chosen partner solicitors have established relationships with the majority of banks and specialist lenders, such as Metro Bank, CHL Mortgages and Yorkshire Building Society - helping to facilitate a faster completion for your purchase.
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We can also assist Ashbourne home movers with the conveyancing for:
When you purchase a property in an Ashbourne conservation area, your solicitor will need to check for potential planning breaches, e.g. exterior paint restrictions or a breach of the conservation area 'Article 4 Directions'. Conservation areas in Ashbourne and across the Derbyshire Dales local authority include:Conservation areas
There are over half a million listed buildings in England and Wales - around 2,620 of which are in Derbyshire Dales Council. Ashbourne listed buildings and properties include: Buying a listed building is not a decision to be taken lightly. Examples of the obligations placed upon listed building owners include consent for additions like solar panels, and an obligation to use specialist contractors. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will clarify the commitments a listed building owner must make. Read more:Buying a listed building
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Selling a property in Ashbourne
When you're looking to sell a home in Ashbourne, you can expect your solicitor to first prepare vital paperwork, including property information forms and the title deeds.
The lawyer will advise on enquiries sent by the buyer's conveyancer, address potential issues and handle the mortgage redemption.Your lawyer will also work with all parties, including estate agents, landlords and lenders, ensuring that the property sale is completed successfully.
I am selling a leasehold property in Ashbourne - what do I need to know?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat (leasehold houses are not common) is a great deal more involved than for a freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Ashbourne must undertake extra work, for example obtaining an up-to-date service charge statement, through to details of common parts management.
In order to resolve any leasehold problems faster, It is strongly advised that the vendor contact a Ashbourne conveyancing solicitor as early in the process as possible, ideally before putting the property on the market.
Conveyancing for selling a property
Remortgage in Ashbourne
The current Bank of England base rate is 4.5% (8 October, 2025)
Before you appoint a solicitor, you should check your solicitor's lender panel status.
Our partner panel solicitors can act for over 100 lenders. Whether you are changing to a 5-year fixed rate with Virgin Money or moving to a 3-year tracker rate with Chelsea Building Society, we can help your remortgage complete quickly.
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Transferring Equity in Ashbourne
Whether you are inheritance tax (IHT) planning, transferring the ownership of your home to your daughter, son or other family member or buying out an ex-spouse after a divorce, a transfer of equity is required.
Your conveyancer will complete the process for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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What are typical Ashbourne conveyancing fees?
It only takes a minute to get an online quote for conveyancing, but knowing what's actually included can be complex.
Conveyancing legal fees
Your conveyancing solicitor's quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, that you pay when the property transaction is complete. These legal fees are paid to your lawyer for the legal services they provide during your property transaction.
Disbursements (costs payable to third parties)
The quote will include necessary third-party costs, called disbursements, such as Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), HM Land Registry fees and property searches.
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Some solicitors' quotes include additional fees in the small print. This can lead to a higher-than-expected final bill. If you are comparing conveyancing quotes, beware of hidden fees or extra charges.
