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“Bonita has been absolutely brilliant. She supported me navigating the online forms; nothing was ever too much trouble.”
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Conveyancing in Derby
Moving in Derby, Belper or out towards Ripley? We handle Derbyshire moves online, with a named conveyancer and updates on WhatsApp the moment anything changes.
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.
Don't just take our word for it.
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.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“We needed to move quick and they pulled out all the stops, making sure every aspect was covered.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“Charlotte has been incredible, so consistently helpful and efficient throughout.”
Rated 5 out of 5
“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 Derby?From offer to keys
Most moves take 8 to 12 weeks. Here is what happens, in order.
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Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
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Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
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Searches and enquiries
We order your searches straight away and raise enquiries with the seller's conveyancer.
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Contract and mortgage
We check the contract and title, report back to you in plain English and work with your lender.
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Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
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Completion
The money moves, the keys are released and we register the change with HM Land Registry.
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Get your quote
About a minute online, with every fee itemised before you commit to anything.
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Instruct us
Accept online, scan your passport in the Thirdfort app and sign your forms on screen.
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Contract pack
We gather your title and property forms and send the draft contract to the buyer's conveyancer.
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Buyer's enquiries
We answer the buyer's conveyancer's questions with you, so nothing sits waiting.
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Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and your completion date is fixed. From here the move is legally binding.
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Completion
The buyer's money arrives, we pay off your mortgage, send you the rest and the keys are released.
House prices in Derby
Average price
£207,250
Up 2.7% in a year
£86,229 below the national average of £293,479.
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Detached £316,959
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Semi-detached £210,400
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Terraced £166,646
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Flat or maisonette £107,116
First-time buyers paid £185,321 on average.
Moving in Derby with Koala
You'll have one named conveyancer from start to finish, and you can check where things stand in My Koala at any time. There's no paperwork to post and no office to visit.
Searches in Derby and Derbyshire
A Derby address goes to Derby City Council for the local authority search. Just outside the city, it goes to the district instead, such as Amber Valley, Erewash or South Derbyshire. Severn Trent handles the water and drainage search.
The east of the county, around Ilkeston, Heanor and Ripley, sits on the old Derbyshire coalfield, so a coal mining search often applies there. Parts of Derbyshire also have higher natural radon levels, which the environmental search picks up. Our guide to conveyancing searches explains each one.
Things we look out for in Derby
- The Derwent Valley. The mills and workers' cottages from Derby up to Cromford are a World Heritage Site, with conservation areas and many listed buildings. Changes to windows, doors or extensions can need extra consent, so we check before you buy.
- Homes near the river. The Derwent runs right through the city. We look closely at the flood search and make sure you know what it means for insurance.
- Victorian terraces. Streets around Normanton, Pear Tree and the city centre have plenty of older terraces with shared alleyways, so we check rights of way and who maintains them.
- New-build estates. Newer estates around the edge of the city can carry estate charges for roads and green spaces. Our leasehold vs freehold guide explains what those mean.
Selling in Derby?
The quicker your paperwork is ready, the quicker your buyer's conveyancer can move. Our guide to getting started with selling lists what to find now.
Derby conveyancing questions
A Derby address goes to Derby City Council for the local authority search, and just outside the city it goes to the district, such as Amber Valley, Erewash or South Derbyshire. Severn Trent handles water and drainage. Around Ilkeston, Heanor and Ripley a coal mining search often applies, and parts of Derbyshire have higher natural radon levels, which the environmental search picks up.
Often, but carefully. The mills and workers' cottages from Derby up to Cromford are a World Heritage Site, with conservation areas and many listed buildings, so changes to windows, doors or extensions can need extra consent. We check what applies before you buy.
Your quote shows the full price up front, with no hidden fees, and takes about a minute to get.
Most moves take 8 to 12 weeks from offer to completion. 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
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