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Biggleswade Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 117 is the median number of years remaining on leases in Biggleswade
  • 2 Average Stamp Duty Payable for this year to date was £8,463
  • 3 Average Land Registry Fee for this year to date was £270
  • 4 Average time from start to moving day was 88 days for conveyancing in Biggleswade
  • 5 Average time frame of 248 days for registration of title in Biggleswade

Examples of recent conveyancing in Biggleswade since November 2025*

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of apartment Back Street SG18 8LG, at purchase amount of £60,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, obtaining official copies of the title, preparing statement detailing charges

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Transfer

of apartment Back Street SG18 8LG, at the agreed amount of £85,000. Leasehold conveyancing included: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, securing official copies of the title

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Transfer

of terraced property, Ivel Gardens, SG18 0AN completing on 20/11/2025 at a price of £455,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: sending the transfer to the seller for signature in preparation for completion, agreeing completion date with parties, preparing statement detailing charges

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Sale

of terraced property, Lawrence Road, SG18 0LS completing on 28/11/2025 at a price of £270,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, agreeing completion date with parties

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Biggleswade

Our solicitor has identified a defect with the lease for the apartment we are purchasing in Biggleswade. The other side have suggested defective title insurance as a solution. We are content with insurance and will cover the costs. Our conveyancer says that he must check that the bank is content with this solution. Who is the client here, us or the bank?

The short answer to your last question is that, notwithstanding the risk of a conflict of interest, you and the lender are the client. Your conveyancing practitioner must comply with the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook specifications. The UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook conditions require your lawyer to disclose issues such as defects with the lease so that the lender can be afforded the opportunity to check with their valuer as to the extent that the value of the property is affected. Should you refuse to allow your lawyer to make the appropriate notification then your lawyer will have no choice but to discontinue acting for you.

As someone not used to conveyancing in Biggleswade what’s the number one tip you can give me concerning the legal transfer of property in Biggleswade

Not many law firms shout this from the rooftops but conveyancing in Biggleswade and elsewhere in Bedfordshire is an adversarial experience. Put another way, when it comes to conveyancing there exists lots of opportunity for confrontation between you and others involved in the ownership transfer. For instance, the seller, selling agent and on occasion the lender. Appointing a solicitor for your conveyancing in Biggleswade should not be taken lightly as your conveyancer is your adviser, and is the ONLY person in the process whose interest is to act in your legal interests and to protect you.

We are witnessing a worrying emergence in the "blame" culture- someone has to be at fault for the process being so protracted. You must always trust your lawyer above the other players when it comes to the legal assignment of property.

Is there a list of TSB panel solicitors in Biggleswade on the Council of Mortgage Lender’s Website?

Unfortunately not yet. There is no such directory service on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association sites. A small selection of lending institutions make their panel listings open the public over the internet. If you are in need of a Biggleswade lawyer on the TSB please use our tool.

Is it the case that all Biggleswade solicitors on the Barclays conveyancing panel are overseen by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority?

As solicitors, in order to be on the Barclays approved list of solicitors they would need to be governed by the SRA. Many mortgage companies do allow licenced conveyancers on their panel in which case such firms would be governed by the CLC.

How can we know in advance if a Biggleswade conveyancing solicitor on the TSB panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Biggleswade getting recommendations is a good start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always recommend that you speak with the lawyer carrying out your conveyancing.

How does conveyancing in Biggleswade differ for new build properties?

Most buyers of new build or newly converted property in Biggleswade approach us having been asked by the builder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is built. This is because builders in Biggleswade usually buy the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in Biggleswade or who has acted in the same development.

I am selling my house. My former lawyers has retired. I am in need of a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Biggleswade if that makes a difference.

Please use our search tool to help you choose a solicitor for your conveyancing in Biggleswade. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes smoothly.

I have been sourcing a conveyancing lawyer in Biggleswade for my home move. Is it possible to review a firm’s complaints history with the profession’s regulator?

Anyone may review documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions arising from investigations from 2008 onwards. Go to Check a solicitor's record. To find details about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a firm's history, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The SRA may monitor telephone calls for training requirements.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Biggleswade regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Biggleswade but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Woodwards, 3 High Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0JE
  • Motley & Hope, The Manor House, 11 Shortmead Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0AT

Residential conveyancing in Biggleswade almost always comprises the following:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drafting contract and related papers
  • Forwarding draft papers to the lawyer retained by the purchaser
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and replying to further queries from the buyer’s lawyer
  • Finalising the transfer deed
  • Responding to requisitions prepared by the buyer’s lawyer
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Receiving sale proceeds and sending funds to the vendor, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if relevant)

Whether you are going through a divorce or breakup or simply wish to transfer your property to someone else, transfer of equity conveyancing in Biggleswade includes some of the following tasks:

  • Obtaining instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Acting on behalf of the lender (if appropriate)
  • Negotiating the terms of the transaction
  • Drawing up Transfer or approving the Transfer deed
  • Agreeing amendments to the draft Transfer
  • Communicating with parties concerning the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring funds to relevant parties
  • Preparing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct Land Tax forms and payment
  • Registering the change in ownership and the home loan (if appropriate) at the HM Land Registry.

*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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