Conveyancing Solicitors in Whitley Bay

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Conveyancing in Whitley Bay

Conveyancing is the legal process a solicitor follows to ensures the proper transfer of property from one owner to another. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor in Whitley Bay, you're in the right place. Get a fast & proactive solicitor from a nationwide panel of conveyancing experts.

We have helped Whitley Bay and North Tyneside 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.

Whitley Bay Conveyancing Solicitors

Buying property in Whitley Bay

A coastal town in Tyne and Wear, Whitley Bay is famed for its sweeping beach, the iconic St. Mary's Lighthouse, and Spanish City, a dining and leisure centre. The town has a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to all tastes and budgets.

Whitley Bay metro station offers regular services to Newcastle city centre and the surrounding areas, making it a convenient base for commuting. The town is perfect for those who love the sea and beach life, with a population of around 36,000.

Whitley Bay house prices

The average price paid for a property in Whitley Bay between October and November 2024 was £289,707 (updated February 2025).

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Council Tax in Whitley Bay (2023/24)

Whitley Bay is in North Tyneside Council.

Band Amount
A £1,408.23
B £1,642.93
C £1,877.63
D £2,112.34
E £2,581.75
F £3,051.16
G £3,520.57
H £4,224.68

What do conveyancing solicitors do?

A property lawyer will address all the legal details of a home purchase. This means carrying out comprehensive due diligence, like obtaining searches from relevant authorities, such as North Tyneside Council, raising questions about how the seller has used the property and reviewing contracts.

Whitley Bay conveyancing solicitors may undertake searches for historic mining and industrial activity and flood risk.

Buying with a mortgage?

Whether you are buying a new build property or purchasing a second home, your solicitor must also complete legal work for the bank.

If your conveyancing solicitor isn't accepted on your bank's panel, it could take weeks longer to buy your house.

Over 100 lenders have approved our chosen partner solicitors, so we can help you complete your Whitley Bay transaction without delay.

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Buying a property in a conservation area

When purchasing a property in a conservation area, your conveyancer will need to check for potential planning issues, including lack of building regulations for alterations or visible satellite dishes and antennas. Conservation areas in Whitley Bay and across the North Tyneside local authority include Preston Park, Earsdon Village, The Green and Benton.

Listed buildings

Around 500,000 listed buildings exist across the country, 235 of which are in North Tyneside Council.

Listed buildings in and near to Whitley Bay include:

  • Spanish City, Promenade, Whitley Bay, North Tyneside
  • K4 Telephone Kiosk, Clarence Crescent, Whitley Bay, North Tyneside
  • Entrance Gates, Shelters, Railings And Boundary Walls To Whitley Bay Cemetery, The Links, Non Civil Parish, Whitley Bay, North Tyneside

Buying a listed building is not a decision to be taken lightly. Our expert conveyancing solicitor panel will advise you on the additional legal obligations your planned listed building purchase will entail. Examples include consent for any alterations that might change the character of the property, and .

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Leasehold property

Purchasing a leasehold flat in the UK is significantly more complex than buying a freehold property. The many potential complications lying in wait for the unsuspecting buyer can include legally technical issues like sinking fund issues and marriage value issues.

Your solicitor will look into all potential issues with the lease and report back to you.

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Selling a house or flat in Whitley Bay

When selling a house or flat in Whitley Bay, the solicitor will prepare vital paperwork, including the draft contract and the various property information forms, and help you complete these forms. The lawyer's duties entail responding to the buyer's solicitor's questions, resolving issues like lack of conservation area consent and handling the mortgage redemption.

To ensure a smooth transfer, your conveyancer will also communicate effectively with all parties, such as estate agents and banks or building societies.

What do I need to know if selling a leasehold property in Whitley Bay?

The legal work for a leasehold flat or house is a great deal more technical than it is for a freehold home.

Leasehold complexity involves additional work on the part of conveyancing solicitors in Whitley Bay. This can involve getting the latest service charge and ground rent statement, through to a copy of the lease.

So as to resolve any leasehold-related delays sooner, It is recommended that the seller instruct a property lawyer as soon as possible.

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Remortgage conveyancing

The official base rate is 4.5% (15 February, 2025)

You should verify the solicitor that you want to handle your remortgage is approved by your lender before you instruct.

We work with solicitors who are on the solicitor panels of over 100 banks and building societies. Whether you are switching to a discount mortgage from Yorkshire Building Society or moving to a shared ownership mortgage with Investec Bank, we can help.

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Transfer of equity in Whitley Bay

If you want to change the ownership shares of your property, whether you are transferring the ownership of a property to your children, inheritance tax planning or buying out another part-owner, a transfer of equity is required.

Your property lawyer will deal with the legal work for a fixed fee.

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How much does conveyancing cost in Whitley Bay?

Some of the fees included in conveyancing quotes can be unfamiliar, especially for first time buyers.

Legal fees

The quote will detail the fees for the legal work, including VAT, that you'll pay when your transaction completes. These fees are what your solicitor or conveyancer charges you for the legal services they provide during your property transaction.

Disbursements

Disbursements are third-party costs paid by your solicitor on your behalf. Third-party disbursements include Stamp Duty and Land Registry fees.

Check the T's & C's

Beware of extra fees, when you compare conveyancing quotes. Some solicitors' quotes set out additional charges in the small print. This can mean a total cost that's much higher than the initial quote.

Article by Completely Moved authors

The Completely Moved team have years of experience helping home buyers, sellers and owners, answering questions and providing property advice.

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