Located in the Fen region just north of Cambridge, Peterborough is a city that mixes the benefits of town living with the rural idyll of its satellite villages, making the area a perfect setting for anyone planning on buying a home there. Its long history in industry and latterly in travel management and the financial sector gives the city a modern feel alongside the character of the older buildings that include the ornate stonework of the cathedral. Whether you are planning on buying a detached property in Yaxley, selling a terraced home in Hampton, or looking into the possibilities of a sharehold in Yaxley, Homeward Legal's team of expert conveyancing solicitors are waiting to guide you through the legal process.
We will apply our experience and knowledge of Peterborough, its local housing market, and how the purchase and sale of properties are affected by the common - and the not-so-common - legal issues, so that you can be assured of a top-quality service for a value-for-money price.
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Why choose Homeward Legal for your conveyancing in Peterborough
We've established an excellent reputation you can trust and helped over 30,000 customers in the past 13 years.
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Current market trends in Peterborough
Once you've decided that somewhere around Peterborough is the place to buy your next home, you'll want to know everything possible about the area and the specifics that might affect your purchase. So, if you are considering the vibrant community and amenities on offer in Whittlesey, the historical interest offered by living in the village of Barnack to the north-west, or the choice of properties available in one of the Ortons, the conveyancing team at Homeward Legal fully understands your needs.
- Average property price: £231,000 (all property types)
- Most active areas: Bretton, Werrington, Hampton, and Cathedral Quarter
- Typical conveyancing timeframe: 10-12 weeks for standard transactions
- Annual price growth: +1.7% year-on-year
Sources: ONS House Prices, Rightmove, Zoopla, Land Registry, Homeward Legal internal dataUpdated July 2025
Essential local searches for Peterborough properties
When buying property in Peterborough, specific local searches are important due to the city's new town development, transport links, and environmental considerations. Our conveyancers conduct comprehensive investigations including:
Local authority searches
Peterborough 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 regeneration plans including significant developments around the railway station and city centre regeneration projects.
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Environmental searches
Important in Peterborough due to its location near multiple waterways and industrial heritage, including former manufacturing sites and agricultural land use throughout the area.
Environmental searches identify contamination risks from former industrial activities, air quality concerns, and ground stability issues. These are particularly relevant given Peterborough's industrial history and proximity to major transport corridors.
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Water and drainage searches
Essential for Peterborough properties due to the River Nene and its tributaries. The city has experienced significant flooding events, particularly in areas like Bretton and parts of the city centre.
Our searches assess flood risk from both the River Nene and surface water, particularly important in low-lying areas and developments near the river system.
Location resources for Peterborough property transactions
Online tools for researching Peterborough properties, planning history, and local considerations.
- Peterborough City Council Planning Portal - Search planning applications and building regulations in Peterborough
- Land Registry price paid data for Peterborough - Search property sale prices and ownership records
- Environment Agency flood risk maps - Check flood risk levels for properties near River Nene
Our conveyancing services in Peterborough
From purchase to remortgage - we handle it all
Buying a property in Peterborough
Legal fees starting from £564(inc. VAT)
- Peterborough City Council liaison - Comprehensive searches with Peterborough City Council's specific planning and development requirements
- Planning permissions verification - Confirming development rights and planning restrictions for your Peterborough property
- Local authority searches - Essential investigations covering environmental factors and development history
- Environmental search coordination - Managing contamination assessments and flood risk evaluations where relevant
Your Peterborough conveyancing solicitor handles planning compliance, environmental searches, and local authority requirements.
Learn more about buying a property Or get an instant quote ->Selling a property in Peterborough
Legal fees starting from £552(inc. VAT)
- Property enquiry responses - Comprehensive answers to buyer solicitor questions about development considerations and local factors
- Planning documentation - Providing development history and planning compliance for buyer enquiries
- Environmental documentation - Contamination reports and environmental certificates where relevant
- Legal documentation - Comprehensive contract preparation and property information compilation for smooth Peterborough sales
Your Peterborough conveyancing solicitor manages planning certificates, environmental documentation, and local authority requirements.
Learn more about selling a property Or get an instant quote ->Buying and selling a property in Peterborough
Legal fees starting from £1024(inc. VAT)
- Chain coordination - Managing your sale and purchase transactions with careful Peterborough market timing
- Peterborough City Council experience - Handling council requirements for planning permissions and development compliance
- Environmental search coordination - Managing contamination and flood risk assessments where relevant
- Planning documentation - Coordinating development history and planning compliance across transactions
Your Peterborough conveyancing solicitor coordinates transactions with planning and environmental expertise.
Learn more about buying and selling a property Or get an instant quote ->Remortgaging in Peterborough
Legal fees starting from £283(inc. VAT)
- Legal documentation compilation - Gathering all required property certificates and legal papers for mortgage applications
- Property verification - Confirming existing certificates and legal papers meet new lender requirements
- Lender coordination - Efficient liaison between existing and new mortgage providers for settlement requirements
- Mortgage discharge preparation - Arranging settlement of existing mortgage and managing fund transfers
- Land Registry updates - Updating records with new mortgage details and finalising registration
- Legal completion - Finalising the remortgage process and ensuring smooth completion
Your Peterborough conveyancing solicitor handles lender coordination and legal documentation for seamless remortgage completion.
Learn more about remortgaging Or get an instant quote ->Transfer of equity in Peterborough
Legal fees starting from £312(inc. VAT)
- Property documentation compilation - Gathering all required certificates and legal papers for property transfers
- Family coordination - Managing sensitive transfers for divorce, inheritance, or family planning requirements
- Title verification - Confirming ownership rights and restrictions for smooth equity transfer completion
- Deed preparation - Preparing transfer deeds and legal documentation for ownership changes
- Stamp duty management - Calculating and arranging stamp duty payments where applicable
- Land Registry completion - Updating ownership records with new details and finalising registration
Your Peterborough conveyancing solicitor manages legal documentation requirements for efficient transfer completion.
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Peterborough area property guide
Understanding Peterborough's diverse neighborhoods
Eye
Located to the north of the city, the village of Eye offers the proximity of all that the city provides as well as the small village and community feel of the area. The church of St. Matthew's has been in Eye since the middle of the sixteenth century, and your conveyancing solicitor will investigate the position of chancel repair (the requirement for parishioners to pay an amount for the upkeep of the church). Even if the chancel repair requirement is not in place currently, your conveyancer may recommend a cheap indemnity insurance policy that will protect you in the future should that situation change.
Wansford
To the far north-west of the Peterboroughregion is the quaint little village of Wansford, which is also a busy area given its closeness to the A1 trunk road. The picturesque setting and buildings throughout the village make it a pleasant area to visit or live. Being in a conservation area, the centre of Wansford will have certain restrictions and potential covenants that prevent you from doing certain amendments to your property, but your conveyancing solicitor will establish everything you need to know as part of their initial searches.
Deeping Gate
Part of the Deeping suite of villages, Deeping Gate is a village that is located on the rural aspect with a bridge over the River Welland connecting it to the more well-known Deeping St. James. As with any property purchase near to a large body of water, your Homeward Legal conveyancing solicitor will be focused on identifying the history of flooding in the area and specifically connected with your planned purchase; they might also recommend that a more detailed and expert Flood Report be ordered.
Did you know?
The whole Peterborougharea is steeped in history, but PeterboroughCathedral is the final resting place of Catherine of Aragon, who was Henry VIII's first wife (of the six). It was also the original burial spot for Mary, Queen of Scots, after her execution at nearby Fotheringhay Castle, before her body was moved for reinterment at Westminster Abbey at the decree of her son, James I of England and VI of Scotland.
The Nene Valley Railway, one of if not the leading steam railway attraction in the UK, offers trips for visitors along its length of railway running through the Northamptonshire countryside. To a legion of Queen fans, it is also the railway that was used to film the video of their Breakthrough song.
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Frequently asked questions about conveyancing in Peterborough
What makes conveyancing in Peterborough different from other areas?
Peterborough's status as a New Town means many properties involve new build warranties and shared ownership schemes. Our conveyancers understand the specific requirements for developments around the cathedral quarter and railway station area, plus the planning complexities of this rapidly expanding city.
How long does conveyancing take in Peterborough?
Conveyancing in Peterborough typically takes 8-12 weeks. New builds in Hampton and Great Haddon may need extra time for warranties, while conservation area properties near the cathedral require heritage checks.
How much does conveyancing cost in Peterborough?
Conveyancing costs in Peterborough start from £564 with fixed legal fee guarantee and No Completion, No Fee protection. Transparent pricing whether you're buying in Orton, Bretton, or the city centre.
Do I need to visit your offices for Peterborough conveyancing?
No office visits required. We handle everything online with full knowledge of Peterborough City Council procedures and local requirements across all areas.
What should I know about flood risks in Peterborough?
The River Nene creates flood risks in Orton Meadows, parts of Bretton, and riverside areas. We conduct comprehensive flood assessments and advise on insurance requirements and Environment Agency restrictions.
How do development restrictions work in Peterborough?
Many new developments have restrictive covenants on extensions and alterations, while the historic centre has conservation considerations. We ensure you understand any future development limitations before completion.
