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Conveyancing in South Yorkshire
Moving in Sheffield, Doncaster, Rotherham or Barnsley? We're based in Sheffield and handle moves right across South Yorkshire online, with a named conveyancer and updates on WhatsApp.
Real people, updates on WhatsApp
Everything about your move, in your pocket.
My Koala shows where things stand, what's next and what we need from you. We built it ourselves, so it updates the moment anything happens, and it keeps getting better.
Live milestones Every stage of your move, with real dates. Check in whenever you like, even at 2am.
A real person, one tap away Your conveyancer's name and face, not a case number. Usually replies within 2 hours.
Updates on WhatsApp No logging in to find out what's happening. We tell you, as it happens.
ID checks in minutes Scan your passport and take a quick selfie in the Thirdfort app. Forms are signed online, so there's no printing and no post.
No surprises on fees A small payment to start, the rest on completion. Every penny itemised.
Covered if it falls through Sale fallen through, and not your fault? You get a second go, even on a different property.
Made in Sheffield by our own team at Koala Tech.
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Rated 5 out of 5
“We have completed on a sale this week that took 48 days from the day of accepting the offer.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“The whole process couldn't have been made easier and I've been kept updated every step of the way.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“My lawyer, Bonita, kept me updated and I sold my house in record time. The pricing structure is also fair and clear.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Bonita and her team were consistently reassuring and made everything feel as straightforward and stress-free as it possibly could be.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“The communication was 1st class, onboarding simple and funds were paid within hours of completion.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Buying a home can be daunting for first time buyers, but this was made less so because of the excellent customer service and care.”
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“We needed to move quick and they pulled out all the stops, making sure every aspect was covered.”
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“Charlotte has been incredible, so consistently helpful and efficient throughout.”
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“They were proactive with a challenging chain, communication was spot on and they really helped push us to completion.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Their team was incredibly responsive throughout the entire process, always keeping me updated and answering any questions promptly.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“These aren't your typical conveyancers; they wowed me right from the off with their professionalism, friendliness, and just how incredibly “on it” they are.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“We used Koala to sell our home. The process was simple and we received regular updates.”
Buying or selling in South Yorkshire?From offer to keys
Our moves typically exchange 12 weeks after you instruct us. Here is what happens, in order.
Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
Searches and enquiries
We order your searches straight away and raise enquiries with the seller's conveyancer.
Contract and mortgage
We check the contract and title, report back to you in plain English and work with your lender.
Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
Completion
The money moves, the keys are released and we register the change with HM Land Registry.
Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
Contract pack
We gather your title and property forms and send the draft contract to the buyer's conveyancer.
Buyer's enquiries
We answer the buyer's conveyancer's questions with you, so nothing sits waiting.
Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
Completion
The buyer's money arrives, we pay off your mortgage, send you the rest and the keys are released.
House prices in South Yorkshire
Average price
£192,257
Up 3.2% in a year
£101,222 below the national average of £293,479.
- Detached £299,679
- Semi-detached £194,344
- Terraced £161,316
- Flat or maisonette £118,844
First-time buyers paid £172,108 on average.
Moving in South Yorkshire with Koala
South Yorkshire is home turf for us. Whether you're buying a Victorian terrace in the city or a new house on the edge of a pit village, it all happens online, from ID checks to signing, and your conveyancer keeps you posted on WhatsApp.
Searches in South Yorkshire
The county is four boroughs, each with its own council. A Sheffield address goes to Sheffield City Council, from the Peak edge at Bradfield to Mosborough. Doncaster, Bawtry and Thorne go to City of Doncaster Council, Wath and Maltby to Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, and Penistone and Hoyland to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. Yorkshire Water handles the water and drainage search everywhere.
Almost the whole county sits on the old South Yorkshire coalfield, so a coal mining search is part of most purchases. The Don, the Dearne and the Rother have all flooded homes in recent years, and low-lying villages like Fishlake flooded in 2019, so we always read the flood search closely. Our guide to conveyancing searches explains what each one checks.
Things we look out for in South Yorkshire
- Mining history. Pits once ran from Barnsley through Rotherham to Doncaster. We check the coal mining search for old shafts, workings and subsidence claims near the home.
- Terraces with shared yards. Older terraces often share passageways and back yards. We check the title for rights of way and who looks after what.
- The Peak District edge. Western parts of Sheffield and Barnsley are inside the national park, where planning is stricter. We check which side of the line a home sits on.
- New-build estates. Big new estates around Doncaster, Rotherham and Barnsley often come with estate management charges, and a few newer houses are leasehold. Our leasehold vs freehold guide explains the difference.
How long will it take?
Our moves typically exchange 12 weeks after you instruct us and complete 3 days later. Every move is different, and our guide to how long conveyancing takes breaks down each stage.
South Yorkshire conveyancing questions
South Yorkshire has four councils, so the local authority search goes to Sheffield City Council, City of Doncaster Council, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council or Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, depending on the address. Yorkshire Water handles water and drainage across the county. Most of it sits on the old South Yorkshire coalfield, so a coal mining search is common, and near the Don, the Dearne and the Rother we look closely at the flood search.
Yes. The western edges of Sheffield and Barnsley, around places like Bradfield and Langsett, fall inside the Peak District National Park. There the national park authority handles planning and is stricter about extensions and changes, so we check which side of the boundary a home sits on.
Your quote shows the full price up front, with no hidden fees, and takes about a minute to get.
Our moves typically exchange 12 weeks after you instruct us and complete 3 days later. Searches, mortgage offers and the rest of the chain set the pace, so we order your searches as soon as you instruct us, chase every day and send you updates on WhatsApp as each step moves.
Guides for your move
Moving in South Yorkshire?
We cover the whole county. Here's what we look out for in the places we know best.
Ready to get moving?
We'll get you from offer to keys without the hullabaloo. Pick what you're doing for your no-obligation quote.