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GoogleMy wife and I recently got our house through a Balgores and it was a great experience . Thomas Moraldo , our contact @ Balgores is a rare gem that every organization should be proud to have on board . …
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Balgores estate agents in Gravesend, Hornchurch, Chelmsford and 5 more
★★★★★
4,990 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 4,990 reviews on three platforms, rated 4.7 out of 5 overall.
Reviews by type
What sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants say, where the review tells us who wrote it.
Sellers1 review
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
Buyers1 review
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
Our offices
Balgores's 10 offices, most reviewed first. Each has its own page.
- Balgores Gravesend172-173 Parrock Street, DA12 1EY1,276 reviews · 528 on Google (4.8)53 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Hornchurch (1 North Street)1 North Street, RM11 1RL1,259 reviews · 510 on Google (4.6)34 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Chelmsford2 Tindal Square, CM1 1EH886 reviews · 886 on Google (4.7)19 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Hornchurch (1 North Street)1 North Street, RM11 1RL650 reviews · 650 on Google (4.6)28 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Basildon28 Southernhay, SS14 1EL557 reviews · 557 on Google (4.7)17 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Upminster63 Station Road, RM14 2SU493 reviews · 492 on Google (4.9)16 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Romford (5-6 Station Chambers Victoria Road)5-6 Station Chambers Victoria Road, RM1 2HS293 reviews · 292 on Google (4.2)12 in the last 90 days
- Balgores South Woodham Ferrers5-7 Baron Road, CM3 5XQ265 reviews · 265 on Google (4.8)3 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Romford (3 Old Mill Parade Victoria Road)3 Old Mill Parade Victoria Road, RM1 2HU217 reviews · 217 on Google (4.6)0 in the last 90 days
- Balgores Hayes7 St. Thomas Road, CM14 4DB113 reviews · 113 on Google (4.6)1 in the last 90 days
Reviews on Google
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Google5/5
GoogleHaving let my property through Balgores Hornchurch, I have dealt with Jackie and the team there for many years, I can not fault their services, I have always found them to be very professional and always so helpful, nothing is ever to much …
1/5
GoogleAbsolutely terrible would never recommend anyone to buy or let through these people not only are they rude but they will do anything for money, I rented out a property through them for a year and all I got was calls saying the neighbours …
5/5
GoogleWe had a fantastic moving experience with Balgores - nothing was too much trouble for the staff in particular Deepak who went above and beyond for us. I would recommend this estate agent to anyone , I feel it was excellent value for money …
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GoogleI have found the service at Balgores Romford to be very professional and the same time being very personal and courteous. I have had the mobile phone number of Gavin and was being looked after and updated all through the transaction of my …
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GoogleDo you enjoy chasing up confirmations of property viewings? Do you like repeating your same base info over and over again? …
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GoogleI recently purchased a property through Balgores Romford and have it rented it out via Balgores lettings. The service I have had , and currently receive through Balgores lettings is second to none . I always get calls back and nothing is …
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GoogleI would like to thank Gavin and his team at Balgores Romford for their professionalism and excellent service. Among 5 estate agent companies that I went and made an enquiry when I was purchasing and selling my property , Gavin and his team …
5/5
GoogleBalgores were excellent i cannot praise them enough. Romford Branch were efficient and polite throughout the sales process, which can be a very stressful time. They accompanied all viewings for my elderly parents and gave us feedback …
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GoogleCould not fault the service received from Balgores Romford office. George and his colleagues were amazingly efficient, providing good advice and support all the way through our sale and subsequent move. Despite being in a fairly long …
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GoogleCould not fault the service from Balgores Romford, to all the team and especially Sean. Amazing experience helping us sell our property, so proactive, helpful and determined from the initial valuation right through to exchange and …
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GoogleWe had Balgores as the agent on both our sale and purchase and could not fault the team. We were selling outside of their covered area but they still made the effort to ensure that we had plenty of viewers and always made the effort to keep …
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GoogleI recently sold my house with Gavin and the team at Balgores Romford. I was very happy with the marketing and sales and with the overall level of service they provided. They had a great understanding of the area and the local market. The …
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GoogleMy experience with Balgores Upminster was a very positive one. I originally spoke to a helpful agent and explained that I wasn't looking to buy a property but to assist me with a re-mortgage on my current property. The other agents I …
5/5
GoogleI would just like to say a massive thank you to Balgores Upminster for helping me with the sale of my property. You were great from the very start to the very end. Nothing was too much for you, you was always available to talk and your …
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GoogleWe are approaching our second let with Balgores in Upminster. The transition between the previous Tenancy and the new has been handled very professionally by Balgores. The Team especially Chris, have continuously kept us …
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GoogleI would just like to thank everyone at Balgores Upminster for their hard work. I used them to help me sell my property and nothing was to much. They did my viewings for me and always kept me up to date. Even once we had a buyer Louise the …
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GoogleDefinitely, Balgores provided(ing) excellent service. Staff members are also supporting and very professional which leads clients comfortable to deal with. Thanks to Chris, Laurie, Hannah specially who provided excellent support during …
5/5
GoogleI've been using Balgores Lettings Upminster to let my properties for the past four years. They have always found excellent tenants in so much as they have paid the rent on time and looked after my investments. Any management queries have …
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GoogleI used Balgores Upminster recently to sell my home and was thoroughly impressed with their service from start to finish. The brochure and pictures taken of my house were impressive and because of my need for speed they managed to get my …
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GoogleWe have been using Balgores for many years now to manage our rental properties. Hannah and the team have always been very professional and helpful. …
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Google2 years ago I rented a property from Balgores. I gave it a 5 star as they were amazing. 2 years later I needed to move as landlord decided to sell. I didn't find a property through Balgores unfortunately but not through lack of trying. …
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GoogleWe were a bit sceptical about estate agents to start with, but Balgores have been outstanding from start to finish. We sold our house in three days from going live on the market and couldn't be happier. The house we bought was also through …
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GoogleI have recently moved into a rental property through Balgores Basildon after being recommended by a couple of friends who have used them and I am over the moon with the service that has been provided. I could not recommend Sam, Matt and …
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Awards
The Trusted Agent 2026 results for Balgores, ranked against 18,569 UK estate agent offices. Each award is assessed separately from the review sites.
Industry awards
Balgores is among the ESTAS 2026 winners.
- WinnerESTAS 2026: Best Local Letting Agency Group by Region, South East
ESTAS 2026: 4 Best in Postcode across four branches.
- Best in Postcode (4)ESTAS Best in Postcode 2026
ESTAS winners in four years, the group and its branches: 2017, 2018, 2025, 2026.
ESTAS awards by year, 2017 to 2025
2025 1 Gold, 1 Bronze, 2 Best in Postcode and 2 other awards across two branches ESTAS 2025 winners
- GoldESTAS 2025: Best Local Group (2-5 Offices) in the UK, Sales
- BronzeESTAS 2025: Best Local Group (2-5 Offices) in the UK, Lettings
- WinnerESTAS 2025: Best Local Agency Group (2-5 offices) by Region, South East
- WinnerESTAS 2025: Best Local Estate Agency Group (2-5 offices) by Region, South East
- Best in Postcode (2)ESTAS Best in Postcode 2025
2018 1 Silver ESTAS 2018 winners
- SilverESTAS 2018: Best Regional Group (6-20 Offices) in the UK, Lettings
2017 1 Gold ESTAS 2017 winners
- GoldESTAS 2017: Best Regional Group (6-20 Offices) in the UK, Lettings
Source: The ESTAS 2026 winners, as published. Earlier years link to each year's list.
EA Masters
Balgores is among EA Masters 2026 winners.
- GoldEA Masters 2026: Best Estate Agent Guide 2027, Sales
EA Masters winners in three years, the group and its branches: 2019, 2020, 2026.
EA Masters by year, 2019 to 2020
2020 2 awards EA Masters 2020 winners
- Award winning agency (2)EA Masters 2020
- London
- East London
2019 2 awards EA Masters 2019 winners
- Award winning agency (2)EA Masters 2019
- East of England
- East London Lettings
Source: Best Estate Agent Guide 2027 results, as published. Earlier years link to each year's list.
Lettings Agency of the Year Awards
Balgores is among the Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2016 winners.
- SilverLettings Agency of the Year Awards 2016: Best East of England Lettings Agency (Medium)
- SilverLettings Agency of the Year Awards 2016: Best Property Management 501 to 1000 Properties Lettings Agency
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 2015
2015 1 Bronze Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2015 winners
- BronzeLettings Agency of the Year Awards 2015: Best Property Management 501 to 1000 Properties Lettings Agency
2013 1 Silver Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2013 winners
- SilverLettings Agency of the Year Awards 2013: Best East of England Lettings Agency (Medium)
Source: Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2016 winners, as published. Earlier years link to each year's list.
More industry awards: The Negotiator Awards
The Negotiator Awards
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 2017
2017 1 Gold and 2 Bronze The Negotiator Awards 2017 winners
- GoldThe Negotiator Awards 2017: East of England Agency of the Year
- BronzeThe Negotiator Awards 2017: Property Management Department of the Year
- BronzeThe Negotiator Awards 2017: Medium Lettings Agency of the Year
2016 1 Gold The Negotiator Awards 2016 winners
- GoldThe Negotiator Awards 2016: Property Management Department of the Year
2015 2 Gold The Negotiator Awards 2015 winners
- GoldThe Negotiator Awards 2015: Medium Estate Agency of the Year (4-11 branches)
- GoldThe Negotiator Awards 2015: Property Management Department of the Year
2014 1 Gold The Negotiator Awards 2014 winners
- GoldThe Negotiator Awards 2014: East of England Agency of the Year
Source: The Negotiator Awards winners lists, as published, linked by year.
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Questions about Balgores
Which Balgores office has the most reviews?
Gravesend has the most, with 1,276 reviews rated 4.7 out of 5, followed by Hornchurch (1 North Street) with 1,259.
Where are the Balgores offices?
The 10 Balgores offices, by town:
- Basildon: 28 Southernhay, Basildon, Essex, SS14 1EL
- Brentwood: 7 St. Thomas Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4DB
- Chelmsford: 2 Tindal Square, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1EH
- Gravesend: 172-173 Parrock Street, Gravesend, DA12 1EY
- Hornchurch (1 North Street): 1 North Street, Hornchurch, RM11 1RL
- Hornchurch (1 North Street): 1 North Street, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 1RL
- Romford (3 Old Mill Parade Victoria Road): 3 Old Mill Parade Victoria Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 2HU
- Romford (5-6 Station Chambers Victoria Road): 5-6 Station Chambers Victoria Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 2HS
- South Woodham Ferrers: 5-7 Baron Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Essex, CM3 5XQ
- Upminster: 63 Station Road, Upminster, Essex, RM14 2SU
Has Balgores won any awards?
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 24 other industry awards since 2013.
