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The port city Southampton has the motto “Gateway to the world”, which underlines its importance for not only travel but for management of cargo in and out of the country. The city has a mixture of housing from the conurbations that surround the busy towns and centres for industry and shipping to those on the periphery that touch on the beauty of the New Forest, a designated national park. So, if you are planning on buying a bungalow in Bissett Green, or selling a maisonette in Maybush, or are looking at the options of a share of freehold property in Sholing, the expert team of conveyancing solicitors at Homeward Legal are waiting to help and guide you through the process.

At Homeward Legal, we will apply our vast knowledge and experience of the Southampton property market and our immersion in how the sale or purchase of properties are affected by the common - and critically the not-so-common - legal issues, so that you can be assured of a top-quality conveyancing service at a value-for-money fee price.

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Our residential conveyancing solicitors are regulated under the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC)

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Once you've decided thatSouthampton is where you want to buy your next home, you'll want to know everything you can about the area you plan to move to, and the details of the specific issues that might affect your purchase. So, if you are thinking of the more open space that a flat in Lordswood offers, or some of the history, particularly the ruins of the church, and the medium- to high-rise places located in Holyrood, or the proximity to the city centre that a home in the Shirley district provides, the conveyancing team at Homeward Legal fully understands your legal needs for the move.

  • Average property price: £236,000-£399,000 (depending on area and property type) 
  • Most active areas: City centre, Bassett, Highfield, and Woolston 
  • Typical conveyancing timeframe: 8-12 weeks for standard transactions 
  • Annual price growth: +2% to +5% year-on-year (varies by location)

Sources: ONS, Plumplot, Rightmove, Homeward Legal internal data 

Updated July 2025


Essential local searches for Southampton properties

When buying property in Southampton, specific local searches are important due to the city's maritime location, diverse neighbourhoods, and proximity to the coast. Our conveyancers conduct comprehensive investigations including:

Local authority searches

Southampton City Council maintains the local land charges register and handles planning permissions, building regulations, conservation area controls, and development restrictions that might affect your property.

These searches reveal planning permissions, building regulations compliance, conservation area restrictions, and major development plans including the ongoing city centre regeneration and waterfront developments. Southampton's coastal location and urban development projects mean understanding planning proposals is of importance for future property values.

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Environmental searches

Critical in Southampton due to the city's industrial heritage, port activities, and coastal location, which can affect ground stability and contamination levels.

Environmental searches identify contamination risks from former industrial activities, port-related operations, coastal erosion concerns, and sea level changes. These are particularly important given Southampton's history as a major port and the potential for contaminated land from former dockyard and industrial sites, as well as coastal erosion risks for waterfront properties.

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Water and drainage searches

Essential for Southampton properties due to the city's coastal location, River Test, River Itchen, and Southampton Water. The city faces both tidal and surface water flooding risks.

Our searches assess flood risk from rivers, coastal flooding, and surface water drainage, particularly important in areas near the waterfront and in low-lying parts of the city that may be affected by tidal surges or heavy rainfall.

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Online tools for researching Southampton properties, planning history, and local considerations.


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Understanding Southampton's diverse neighborhoods

Bevois Valley

Homes in Bevois Valley are built on the original course of River Itchen and is well-positioned for access to the Southamptoncity centre and all the amenities that that provides. Because of its location, your conveyancing solicitor will investigate the history of flooding in the area and particularly where that impacts the property you are planning to buy. Dependent on those initial findings, they may advise taking out a more extensive and detailed flood report so that you are clear on what you are undertaking.

Mansbridge

The more picturesque area of Mansbridge finds itself on the northern section of Southampton, and it is built up from the use of an historical crossing point that gives it its name. Because of its history, parts of Mansbridge fall into a conservation area, so buying a property there will come with a few restrictions and caveats as to what you can do with it, which your conveyancing solicitor will investigate and verify as part of their standard searches.

St. Mary's

St. Mary's is notable for its church of the same name that has a history dating back to the tenth century, and it is also the location of the formation of what is known now as the Southampton F. C. With a church of such an age, your conveyancing solicitor will analyse the position of chancel repair (payments by parishioners for the upkeep of the church), at which point, even if no payments are currently made, they may suggest taking out a cheap indemnity insurance policy to protect you from any such demands in the future.

Did you know?

Southampton boasts some fascinating firsts both aviation and maritime: it was the first flight for the Spitfire, the machine that helped the RAF win the war of the skies during the Battle of Britain in the Second World War, and it was also the site of the maiden voyage for the ill-fated “unsinkable” RMS Titanic, which sank on its way to New York after hitting an iceberg.

Southampton is also the location of the legend of King Canute sitting on the edge of the sea, trying to hold back the tide. But many people misunderstand Canute's intended purpose - it wasn't about his arrogance that he believed, as King of England, he had the power to hold back the advancing waves, but quite the opposite; he wanted to prove to his ministers that he certainly did not have anything like that control! So, the legend has been bent out of shape and does the man a disservice.


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Frequently asked questions about conveyancing in Southampton

Southampton's coastal location and maritime heritage create specific legal considerations. Our conveyancers understand local council requirements, flood risk assessments, and area-specific searches that may be required due to the city's proximity to the coast and port activities.


The average transaction takes 8 -12 weeks, though this can vary based on property type, location, and whether additional searches are required. We'll provide realistic timescales based on your specific circumstances.


Our conveyancing legal fees in Southampton start from £510 for a standard purchase transaction, with a transparent breakdown of all costs provided upfront.

Unlike many firms, we provide a Fixed Legal Fee guarantee and No Completion, No Fee protection, ensuring you know exactly what you'll pay with no hidden surprises.


No, our online service means everything can be handled remotely. Our solicitors have extensive Hampshire experience and can manage your transaction efficiently without face-to-face meetings.


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