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Torquay Conveyancing Statistics*

  • 1 236 is the median number of years remaining on leases in Torquay
  • 2 Average time from start to completion was 85 days for conveyancing in Torquay
  • 3 October was the busiest month and April was the next busiest month while September was the least busiest month of the year for conveyancing in Torquay
  • 4 Average Land Registry Fee for this year to date was £270
  • 5 Average Stamp Duty Payable for this year to date was £2,874

Examples of recent conveyancing in Torquay since June 2026*

Sale

of house residence, Byron Road, TQ1 4PH completing on 23/06/2026 at a price of £285,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, sending title deeds and executed transfer to buyer’s lawyers

Disposal

of terraced premises, Lanhydrock Close, TQ3 3GP completing on 29/06/2026 at a price of £335,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, sending the transfer to the vendor for execution in readiness for completion, setting up the completion formalities

Transfer

of house residence, Sanders Road, TQ5 8PL completing on 26/06/2026 at a price of £315,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges, sending title deeds and executed transfer to purchaser’s solicitor

Sale

of detached residence residence, Kingsteignton Road, TQ12 2QB completing on 25/06/2026 at a price of £215,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, sending the transfer to the seller for execution in readiness for completion, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Torquay

Why would one use a Torquay conveyancing solicitors firm when internet based alternatives are so much cheaper?

By all means make sure that you compare conveyancing costs in Torquay and you should seek a reasonable estimate but don’t become consumed with scouring the internet for the cheapest Torquay conveyancer. Locating the right conveyancer can mark the distinction between a smooth and a frustrating move. It is important that you ensure that you have expert advice from an experienced conveyancer. Emails can't replace a telephone call and are no substitute for a one to one meeting. Our partner firms will allocate you a qualified and trusted conveyancing solicitor that will handle your conveyancing from start to finish, giving the sort of hand holding that you rarely receive from an online conveyancer. Our lawyers will inform you on any developments making sure that you are regularly updated. Should it ever be necessary to phone the firm you will know who you need to speak to and they will be sure you are in the know.

We had instructed solicitors located in Torquay on the Lloyds solicitor panel. They have just billed me a supplemental charge for dealing with the Lloyds mortgage. Is this an additional conveyancing fee specified by Lloyds?

Unfortunately, as long as it is in their Terms and Conditions or Quote then yes your property lawyer is entitled to levy a fee for this. The charge is not dictated by Lloyds but by your Torquay property lawyer. Some firms on the Lloyds panel will charge ’dealing with mortgage’ fee but many firms include it on their overall fee.

We have agreed to purchase a house in Torquay. One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. Solicitors conducting should look into this right? Will my lender Nationwide be concerned?

Given that you are obtaining a mortgage with Nationwide your lawyer must comply with the formal requirements set out in Part 2 of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for Nationwide. The Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook sets out minimum specifications for solar panel roof-space leases, and conveyancers are required to report to Nationwide where a lease does not satisfy these provisions. The specifications relate to the installation of panels on properties countrywide and is not restricted to Torquay.

Completion of my remortgage has taken place for my property in Torquay. Conveyancing was a necessary evil but I would like to complain about the lender. How do I make a complaint?

Most banks and building societies have complaints procedures. Your first port of call should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Services Team at head office. We understand that complaints to a lender are resolved very quickly. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR who will take matters further.

Should commercial conveyancing searches reveal impending roadworks that could impact a commercial site in Torquay?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Torquay will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers invest in looking into accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Torquay. The search result provides definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Torquay.

For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Torquay it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately could result in delays to Torquay commercial conveyancing deals as well as pose a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not carried out for residential conveyancing in Torquay.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified during conveyancing in Torquay?

Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Torquay. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’

My partner has suggested that I appoint his conveyancing solicitors in Torquay. Should I find my own solicitor?

Much as we are happy to recommend a Torquay conveyancing lawyer the ideal way to select a conveyancing solicitor is to have guidance from friends or family who have experience in using the conveyancer that you are considering.

I am searching for a trustworthy conveyancing lawyer in Torquay to assist me in selling my flat. I really don't want to get ripped off but with so many Torquay conveyancing practices to choose from...who do I opt for?

Where you have never instructed a solicitor previously, a trustworthy recommendation through relatives or friends is a preferable starting point and is often a good barometer of quality. As an alternative option, consult the Law Society’s regional list of conveyancing solicitors in Torquay or make the most of our search tool to locate a conveyancing lawyer in Torquay.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Torquay regulated by the SRA

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

  • Wollen Michelmore Llp, Carlton House, 30 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BS
  • Boyce Hatton Llp, 58 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DE
  • Almy & Thomas Limited, 71 Abbey Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5NL
  • Bay Advocates Limited, 238 Union Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5QS
  • Somerville & Savage Solicitors, Alderbourne, Greenway Road, St. Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4NJ

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Torquay

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Torquay practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This should include advice on Claims for damages for illegal

  • Wollen Michelmore Llp, Carlton House, 30 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BS
  • Boyce Hatton Llp, 58 The Terrace, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DE
  • Almy & Thomas Limited, 71 Abbey Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5NL
  • Darby & Darby, Tudor Chambers, Fore Street, St. Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4PR
  • M L Pope Solicitor, Nutshell Business Hub, Harmsworth House, Barton Hill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8JN

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Torquay regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Torquay but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • S S & D Licensed Conveyancers, 7 Courtenay Park, TQ12 2HD

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

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