5/5
Great experience overall

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4,991 reviews across 10 offices and 3 platforms
Balgores has 10 offices, in Gravesend, Hornchurch (two offices), Chelmsford, Basildon, Upminster, Romford (two offices), South Woodham Ferrers and Brentwood (Essex). Together they have 4,991 reviews on three platforms, rated 4.7 out of 5 overall.
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I used two other local agents before going to Balgores and it was the best decision ever! All other agents didn't bother updating me or give me any feedback but ...Read the review from sellers
I would highly recommend Balgores Estate Agents of Upminster, Essex to anyone. I have just completed the purchase of my new home through them. My dealings were ...Read the review from buyers
Balgores's 10 offices, most reviewed first. Each has its own page.
Newest first, from every platform, with the office each review is about. First names only.
5/5
Great experience overall
5/5
Very professional service from Mark. His consistent communication kept me updated at all times. I’ve used Balgores for 5 years and would recommend them without hesitation.
5/5
Excellent communication between ourselves and balgores. All paperwork and all questions sorted straight away. Great team, would highly recommend. Special thanks to Mark and Chris for all your help.
5/5
Balgores were so quick in finding us a place to rent in Hornchurch. From showing us around the property to referencing and handing us the keys, it only took 2 weeks. Mark Claxton at Balgores was very professional and attentive whenever we had a question.
5/5
The staff at balgores have been second to none and from start to finish they have been absolutly brilliant. I would highly recommend them.
5/5
I applied for the rental property via app on Sunday and had almost immediate response from Reece Woodhall. He was very professional and responsive throughout the entire process and I have now been living in the new house in Hornchurch for past month. Very pleased with the service and Reece's help along the way. Many thanks.
5/5
This estate agency market properties to the benefit of the owner/vendor which us exactly what is required. This is a first class service as are the staff.
5/5
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4/5
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5/5
This is the first time i have dealt with Balgores and they were very good & professional, Luisa who i dealt with was very good and always there for my queries
5/5
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5/5
first time I've used Balgores for lettings, found them prossional and highly motivated, dealt with Reece who was outstanding, thank you Reece
5/5
Very professional and helpful. This is the first time I have used Balgores to let my property. They worked hard to find me the right tenants, and listened to my requirements. I would thoroughly recommend them.
5/5
Balgores were very helpful and professional at a very difficult time to let out property during the pandemic. I'd like to thank Mark for all his hard work and the rest of the team.
3/5
Good communication
5/5
The Balgores lettings team is very professional and thoughtful throughout my renting process. We feel rest assured that our property is managed by a professional team.
5/5
We had the pleasure of Reece Woodhall as our agent, after a few hicups from our previous landlord Reece was brilliant at getting the issue resolved and enabling us to move into a beautiful house. I would highly recomend this agency to anyone wishing a professional service.
5/5
This is my first time dealing with Balgores lettings. Mark have been so professional all the way. He is always on hand to render assist to the process so that things can go smoothly. I recommend.
5/5
A great agency with strong local knowledge. Chris Ping (area manager) is an example of a true professional who provides superb customer service and thinks about the customer first. He works above and beyond to ensure that the service he provided me was of high quality and closed down concerns I raised superbly.
5/5
We have been using Balgores in Hornchurch for several years. The company have always acted very professionally and this year, with a renewal of contract, Leigh has continued the good service. His communication has been excellent and he has used his initiative to make sure that everything has run smoothly.
5/5
Really helpful and smooth process the whole time, always went out there way to go above and beyond to help would advice them to anyone else
5/5
I would like to thank Mark Claxton for all his help in moving into our new place, he was always very professional and quick to respond to queries and helped out whenever we had any issues.
1/5
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5/5
I would like to thank Balgores for helping me to find a new place to live. Mark Claxton was an absolute star. He was professional, patient and extremely helpful. He made the whole process as easy as possible. Thank you.
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The Trusted Agent 2026 results for Balgores, ranked against 18,569 UK estate agent offices. Each award is assessed separately from the review sites.
Balgores is among the ESTAS 2026 winners.
ESTAS 2026: 4 Best in Postcode across four branches.
ESTAS winners in four years, the group and its branches: 2017, 2018, 2025, 2026.
2025 1 Gold, 1 Bronze, 2 Best in Postcode and 2 other awards across two branches ESTAS 2025 winners
2018 1 Silver ESTAS 2018 winners
2017 1 Gold and 1 Silver ESTAS 2017 winners
Source: The ESTAS 2026 winners, as published. Earlier years link to each year's list.

Balgores is among EA Masters 2026 winners.
EA Masters winners in three years, the group and its branches: 2019, 2020, 2026.
EA Masters by year, 2019 to 20202020 2 awards EA Masters 2020 winners
2019 2 awards EA Masters 2019 winners
Source: Best Estate Agent Guide 2027 results, as published. Earlier years link to each year's list.

Balgores is among the Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2016 winners.
Lettings Agency of the Year winners in three years, the group and its branches: 2013, 2015, 2016.
Lettings Agency of the Year by year, 2013 to 20152015 1 Bronze Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2015 winners
2013 1 Silver Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2013 winners
Source: Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2016 winners, as published. Earlier years link to each year's list.

Balgores and its branches won The Negotiator Awards in four years, most recently 2017.
Negotiator Awards winners in four years, the group and its branches: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017.
Negotiator Awards by year, 2014 to 20172017 1 Gold and 2 Bronze The Negotiator Awards 2017 winners
2016 1 Gold The Negotiator Awards 2016 winners
2015 2 Gold The Negotiator Awards 2015 winners
2014 1 Gold The Negotiator Awards 2014 winners
Source: The Negotiator Awards winners lists, as published, linked by year.
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Gravesend has the most, with 1,276 reviews rated 4.7 out of 5, followed by Hornchurch (1 North Street) with 1,259.
The 10 Balgores offices, by town:
Yes. In The Trusted Agent 2026 awards, Chelmsford won Trusted Agent. At the ESTAS 2026 awards the group won Best Local Letting Agency Group by Region in South East, and its branches won 4 Best in Postcode awards. The group and its branches have also won 25 other industry awards since 2013.