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Property law in the United Kingdom differs between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. For the current legal position on discrimination in housing, read the Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance.
England: housing nondiscrimination law
See the Movement Advancement Project equality maps for the current state of housing nondiscrimination law here. Not legal advice.
Primary source for England: the Movement Advancement Project equality maps. Not legal advice. Laws change; confirm with your state agency or a local fair housing organization. Read our fair housing basics guide.
Unverified summary with no source cited. Confirm current rules with a local attorney before you act.
Flats are often leasehold, so lease length, ground rent and service charges matter as much as price.
Stamp duty applies to most purchases, and non-residents may pay a surcharge. Confirm current rates with a solicitor.
A solicitor or licensed conveyancer handles the legal work between offer and completion.
| English | British English |
|---|---|
| Real estate agent | Estate agent |
| Closing | Completion |
| Lawyer for closing | Conveyancer or solicitor |
| Property inspection | Survey |
| Apartment | Flat |
| Closing tax | Stamp duty |
England: See the Movement Advancement Project equality maps for the current state of housing nondiscrimination law here. Not legal advice.
London. No agents are listed here yet.
Flats are often leasehold, so lease length, ground rent and service charges matter as much as price. This is a general overview, so confirm current rules with a local attorney.