Find a conveyancing solicitor in Swindon

Flood risk is worth checking near the River Ray and its tributaries, which run through the western and northern parts of the town. Homes in the Railway Village and Old Town sit in conservation areas, and many of the original railway workers' cottages are listed, so a listed building or conservation area check is likely there. Properties on the southern edge of the borough, around Wroughton and Chiseldon, may be in or near the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, which can limit future extensions.

It can. Many homes on large developments such as Wichelstowe, Tadpole Garden Village and Badbury Park come with estate management charges for shared roads, parks and green spaces, even when the house is freehold. Your conveyancer will need to check these fees, who the management company is and the building warranty. If you're buying a flat, they'll also need to look closely at the lease, service charges and ground rent before you commit.

Both can legally handle your property transaction. A solicitor is qualified in general law and regulated by the SRA; a licensed conveyancer specialises exclusively in property law and is regulated by the CLC. For a straightforward move, either is a good choice, and what matters more is their experience with the specific property type you're buying or selling. Read our property solicitor vs conveyancer guide for a more detailed overview.

Yes. Even without a mortgage lender to satisfy, you still need someone to handle searches, contracts, and the legal transfer of ownership. Skipping this step leaves you exposed to risks a survey alone won't catch.

They handle local authority searches, review the contract and title, liaise with the other side’s solicitor, manage the exchange of contracts, transfer funds, and register the change of ownership with the Land Registry.