Conveyancing in Clevedon
Conveyancing is when a solicitor transfers the legal ownership of a property from one individual to another. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Clevedon, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.
We have helped Clevedon and North Somerset clients with buying, selling, buy-to-let, Help to Buy, Right to Buy, shared ownership, new build, leasehold, lease extensions, remortgage and transfer of equity.
Buying property in Clevedon
A town in Somerset, Clevedon is known for its Victorian architecture, pier, and the nearby Poets' Walk. Desirable residential areas include Walton Castle and Hill Road. Clevedon is well-served by bus routes to Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. Clevedon has a population of approximately 21,000.
Council Tax in Clevedon (2023/24)
Clevedon is in North Somerset Council.
| Band | Amount |
|---|---|
| A | £1,374.74 |
| B | £1,603.86 |
| C | £1,832.98 |
| D | £2,062.11 |
| E | £2,520.36 |
| F | £2,978.60 |
| G | £3,436.85 |
| H | £4,124.22 |
What does a Clevedon conveyancing solicitor do?
A conveyancer will take care of the technical side of a home purchase. The solicitor will raise questions for the seller's solicitor, order property searches, review the contract of sale and take care of tasks after the sale, like paying Stamp Duty Land Tax and HMLR registration.
Clevedon conveyancing solicitors would also undertake searches for historic mining activity and flood risk.
Buying a property with a mortgage?
When you buy a house, your solicitor also needs to carry out some legal work for the bank or building society that's giving you the mortgage. Lender panel approval means your solicitor can act on behalf of your lender.
More than 100 mortgage lenders have approved our chosen panel solicitors. We can help you complete your Clevedon transaction without delay.
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When buying a property in a Clevedon conservation area, your conveyancer will need to check for restrictive covenants, e.g. area consents or access rights. Conservation areas in Clevedon and the North Somerset local authority include:Buying in a conservation area
There are around 500,000 listed buildings across the country, 1,150 of which are in North Somerset Council. Clevedon listed buildings include: Examples of the obligations placed upon listed building owners include use of traditional methods and materials for maintenance, required consent for any alterations and an obligation to maintain the property's surroundings in a manner consistent with its historic character. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will advise you on what duties your ownership will impose. Read more:Listed buildings
New Build Conveyancing
The legal work for buying a new build home in Clevedon is often complex.
Your solicitor in Clevedon will need to be qualified to handle things like handling reservation fees, confirming building regulation compliance and working with warranty providers, including NHBC, Advantage and Protek.
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Buying a leasehold property
Buying a leasehold property in the UK is significantly more complex than buying a freehold property. The many potential traps awaiting an uninformed buyer can include legally technical issues like costly and undisclosed major works and marriage value issues.
A leasehold solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.
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Selling a property in Clevedon
When selling a property in Clevedon, your conveyancer will prepare the necessary documentation, including the sale contract and assorted property information forms. A seller's solicitor's duties include responding to the buyer's solicitor's enquiries, sorting out potential snags and redeeming the mortgage.
The solicitor will liaise with key parties, including estate agents, landlords and lenders, to help ensure the sale of your home completes as soon as possible.Is there anything to be aware of if selling a leasehold property in Clevedon?
The conveyancing process for a leasehold flat (leasehold houses are not common) is quite a lot more difficult than for a more straightforward freehold house.
The complexities of leasehold mean conveyancing solicitors in Clevedon will need to conduct additional work, such as getting the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to a copy of the insurance policy schedule.
To help mitigate the delays involved in selling a leasehold house or flat, It is strongly advised that the seller instruct a solicitor as soon as the decision is made to sell.
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Remortgaging
The current Bank of England base rate is 4.5% (13 November, 2025)
Before instructing, make sure you check your conveyancer's lender panel membership.
Our remortgage panel solicitors are on the panels of all major building societies and banks, so whether you are switching to a 25-year mortgage from Bank of Ireland or taking out a tracker mortgage from Allied Irish Bank, our experienced conveyancing team can guide you through the remortgage process.
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Transferring Equity in Clevedon
Whether you are gifting a share of a property, estate planning or adding one or more people to the deeds, a transfer of equity is required. Your conveyancer will complete the legal work for a guaranteed fixed fee.
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How much should I budget for conveyancing in Clevedon?
Solicitors' fees
These legal fees are paid to your conveyancing solicitor for the legal work that they complete. The conveyancing quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, that you pay when the property transaction is complete.
Disbursements
Disbursements are fees that your conveyancing solicitor will have to pay on your behalf for third-party services. Examples of disbursements include Local authority searches, Stamp Duty or an indemnity policy.
Check what's included in your quote
If you are comparing conveyancing quotes, make sure you question any charges not set out in your initial quote. Some firms list extra charges in the small print, leading to an inflated final bill.
