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Conveyancing solicitors in Southampton: compare quotes and fees
Buying a home in Southampton? Compare fixed legal fee packages for your purchase, or get a combined quote when you are buying and selling.
Free, no-obligation quote. Choose the package that fits your move.
How do I find and choose a conveyancing solicitor in Southampton?
onthemoov helps you compare conveyancing packages through a network of solicitors and licensed conveyancers. We cover Southampton and surrounding Hampshire communities, with online and telephone support so you can get started from wherever you are.
- Enter the full property address, price, tenure and mortgage lender.
- Select purchase, or buying and selling for a combined move.
- Compare the complete cost breakdown and the work included for your property.
- Check lender coverage, upfront payments, protection and how your legal team will keep you updated.
Buying a property
Enter the purchase price, tenure and mortgage details. Compare the legal fee, VAT and listed costs for your home.
Get a Southampton purchase quoteBuying and selling
Compare both sides of your move together, including a sale in a different town or county.
Quote for your sale and purchaseSpeak to our team
Tell us about your property, lender or deadline before choosing your package.
03330 065 569Conveyancing fees in Southampton: what should you compare?
Your price depends on the property and the work involved. There is no single Southampton conveyancing fee that fits every purchase. Compare the complete cost breakdown and check what applies to your own move.
| Cost | What to check |
|---|---|
| Legal fee and VAT | The quoted legal work, the VAT amount and any separate mortgage or leasehold work. |
| Searches | Which local authority, drainage and environmental searches are included, and whether further searches may be needed. |
| Registration and other costs | Land Registry, identity checks and bank transfer charges. Check which figures are final and which are estimated. |
| Property-specific charges | Leasehold management documents, notices or estate charges where applicable. These may be paid to third parties. |
| Stamp Duty | Calculated separately for the purchase using the buyer’s circumstances. It is a tax, not a legal fee. |
See our itemised conveyancing cost example and how to compare quotes. The example is an illustration, not a price promise for your property.
Southampton searches: check the council boundary
Southampton City Council explains the local land charges register and property restrictions such as listed building status and tree preservation orders. A Southampton postal address can extend beyond the city council area, so your conveyancer uses the property address to identify the relevant authority. A local authority search, drainage and water search and environmental search answer different questions. Confirm which are included in the purchase cost breakdown.
Local information: Southampton City Council. You can also read our guide to conveyancing searches.
Buying a Southampton apartment with a mortgage
Share the lender name, leasehold status and any information about the building’s management. For an apartment, ask what lease, service charge and building documentation the legal team will need. A mortgage valuation is separate from the conveyancing checks and from a survey commissioned for you. If you are selling elsewhere to fund the Southampton purchase, include that sale in your combined quote.
Compare buying-and-selling conveyancing packagesMortgage lender panel conveyancing in Southampton
Our network covers a wide range of mortgage lenders. Give us your lender’s name when requesting a quote so the right panel availability can be confirmed for your move.
Get the right quote for your property
- First-time buyer: explain your deposit arrangements and whether any money is a gift. First-time buyer guide.
- Leasehold: give the leasehold status and any known management details. Leasehold conveyancing.
- New build: share the reservation and exchange deadline. New-build conveyancing.
- Shared ownership: mention the scheme, share and housing provider. Shared ownership guide.
Have the property address, purchase price, tenure and lender name ready. If you are selling too, include your sale details. If the property has an unusual title or an auction deadline, call before relying on a standard online quote.
Southampton conveyancing questions
Can I buy in Southampton while selling outside Hampshire?
Yes. Select the buying-and-selling quote and provide both property prices and tenures. Each property has its own legal work and costs, and the purchase searches are based on the Southampton property’s actual location.
Can I compare solicitor fees for buying and selling in Southampton?
Yes. Use the combined quote route to compare the sale and purchase together. Check both legal fees, VAT, the purchase searches and any property-specific costs. Your sale and purchase can be in different areas.
Are online conveyancing quotes fixed fee?
You can compare packages with fixed legal fees for the quoted work. Check the scope, third-party costs and any additional work that may be needed. See no sale, no legal fee information for protection terms and exclusions.
How long will my Southampton purchase take?
Your chain, mortgage offer, title enquiries and property documents affect the timescale. Tell us any target date before choosing your package. A quick quote does not guarantee a completion date.
Ready for your next moov in Southampton?
Compare your purchase or combined sale-and-purchase quote, or speak to the team about your plans.
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Updated 8 October 2026.
