Lawhive, a legal services provider, has conducted research shedding light on the differing hourly rates charged by solicitors for divorce services in the 50 largest cities and towns across the UK.
The findings are staggering, with a significant £1,350 difference in overall costs for 15 hours of service between the most expensive city, Edinburgh, and the cheapest, Sunderland.
Significant Disparities in Costs Unveiled The research unveils Edinburgh as the city with the highest average hourly rate for divorce services, standing at £285.00, while Sunderland emerges as the most affordable option at £195.00 per hour.
This considerable price gap can have a significant impact on individuals undergoing the stressful process of divorce, underscoring the importance of exploring different solicitor services.
Top 10 Most Expensive Cities/Towns:
- Edinburgh – £285.00
- Leicester – £280.00
- London – £280.00
- Slough – £276.33
- Reading – £273.33
- Northampton – £272.00
- Brighton – £271.67
- Glasgow – £266.67
- York – £266.57
- Portsmouth – £265.00
Top 10 Cheapest Cities/Towns:
- Sunderland – £195.00
- Luton – £208.33
- Swansea – £210.00
- Aberdeen – £211.67
- Belfast – £212.00
- Huddersfield – £217.50
- Bristol – £221.83
- Bradford – £223.17
- Bournemouth – £229.50
- Peterborough – £230.00
The complete ranking of all 50 UK cities can be found on Lawhive’s website.
Insights from the Experts Flinn Dolman, Co-founder & Chief Data Officer at Lawhive, shared his thoughts on the findings, stating: “The significant cost disparities between cities highlight the importance of searching online for affordable solicitors who can work remotely. It has become increasingly challenging to find fair prices in one’s local area.”
Dolman further added, “Living in London doesn’t automatically mean exorbitant divorce costs. By leveraging online platforms, individuals have the opportunity to work with solicitors from across the country, securing competitive rates and saving money in the process.”
Research Methodology Lawhive meticulously collected data from solicitors based in the UK’s 50 largest cities and towns, utilising population figures from the Office for National Statistics. A minimum of three quotes were obtained from solicitors in each city, with an average of 3.5 quotes per city. All quotes were specifically for divorce services.
Consumer Advice Consumers are advised to consider solicitors beyond their local area. With the convenience of online accessibility, individuals can engage with solicitors remotely across the nation, potentially saving hundreds of pounds by finding more competitive rates.
