5/5
GoogleExcellent staff with a wealth of knowledge, and consideration due to my circumstances, would recommend them highly
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks for your review Gary
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Hackney & Leigh estate agents in Keswick, Kendal, Grange-Over-Sands and 7 more
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1,202 reviews across 10 offices and 2 platforms
Hackney & Leigh has 10 offices, in Keswick, Kendal, Grange-Over-Sands, Carnforth, Arnside, Penrith, Windermere, Kirkby Lonsdale, Ulverston and Ambleside (Cumbria). Together they have 1,202 reviews on two 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.
Our offices
Hackney & Leigh's 10 offices, most reviewed first. Each has its own page.
- Hackney & Leigh Keswick11 Bank Street, CA12 5JY259 reviews · 259 on Google (4.9)5 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh Kendal100 Stricklandgate, LA9 4PU201 reviews · 201 on Google (4.6)4 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh Grange Over SandsMain Street, LA11 6DP186 reviews · 119 on Google (4.7)5 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh CarnforthMarket Street, LA5 9BT176 reviews · 176 on Google (4.8)2 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh ArnsideThe Promenade, LA5 0HF167 reviews · 167 on Google (4.8)0 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh Penrith6-8 Corn Market, CA11 7DA117 reviews · 117 on Google (4.9)9 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh WindermereEllerthwaite Square, LA23 1DU67 reviews · 67 on Google (4.5)1 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh Kirkby Lonsdale3 Market Square, LA6 2AN25 reviews · 25 on Google (4.4)0 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh Ulverston30 Queen Street, LA12 7AF5 reviews · 5 on Google (3.6)3 in the last 90 days
- Hackney & Leigh AmblesideRydal Rd, LA22 9AW1 reviews · 0 on Google0 in the last 90 days
Reviews on Google
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Google5/5
GoogleWe are so grateful for the support we received from Ellie when buying our first home. We had been looking for a house for a few years and can honestly say the service was outstanding! Would highly recommend.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Elizabeth
5/5
GoogleSuperb professional property marketing service! The attention to detail and at the same time with sincerity and empathy where needed. Much thanks for the initial advice/valuation/calls, then to following updates and guidance. The fantastic team we met were Keira, Ellie, Shannon. To the whole team at H&L in Kendal. Thank You 👏👏 …
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks for your review
5/5
GoogleVery efficient, helpful and generally good to deal with. Always kept us up to date with the various developments of our property sale. Thanks to Kiera and Ellie
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Thank you for your review Paul
4/5
GoogleGreat to deal with, really helpful and friendly service!
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Thanks James!
5/5
GoogleWe have just received the keys to a great new home after very smooth and efficient support from the team - many thanks
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Thank you for your review Simon
5/5
GoogleRating only, no written review.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Thank you!
5/5
GoogleBuying my first house was easy and stress free through Hackney and Leigh. Ellie really helped us understand the process and answered any questions we had. The professionalism of staff was excellent. I would definitely recommend this estate agent to anyone!
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Josh!
5/5
GoogleGreat staff
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Natalie
1/5
GoogleRating only, no written review.
5/5
GoogleGreat service from Ellie on our recent house purchase in Kendal. Our purchase was a very slow moving process, but Ellie always managed to move things forward and kept us updated at every stage.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Martin
5/5
GoogleWould highly recommend Hackney & Leigh as your partner in a property sale. And Ellie - our day to day contact - was a pleasure to work with - always available - and responsive!
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Richard!
5/5
GoogleVery professional service from Hackney & Leigh from start to finish. Excellent support provided by Ellie throughout, pro-actively seeking updates and really helping to keep us involved when work was going on in the background. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for an estate agent!
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks for your review Becky!
1/5
GoogleFrustrating experience.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Hello Rick, Thank you for leaving a review. We take feedback very seriously and we are sorry to hear you had a frustrating experience. We would like the opportunity to investigate your feedback further. Please may you contact us at support@hackney-leigh.co.uk and we’ll work with you to resolve any issues as quickly as possible. Kind regards, Hackney & Leigh
5/5
GoogleThe service that we received from Hackney and Leigh throughout each transaction that we had with them was first class in all respects. Elaine Bradshaw was very helpful with the purchase, Jo Thompson with the letting and Ellie Graham with the sale. We could not have wished for better service from such professional people, who were at all times courteous, efficient and charming. We could not recommend them highly enough!
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks for your review David, we will pass on your kinds words!
1/5
GoogleThis agency was a huge disappointment. We wanted to rent a house, but they almost didn't want to listen to us, they said there was none and it wasn't expected. They treated us like dogs. The "nice employees" could use a lot of training. The opposite of the Carnforth agency where they were very nice to us. If I could, I would give zero stars.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Thank you for your review Vicky, whilst we are pleased to read your positive feedback about our Carnforth team, we are sorry our Kendal team failed to deliver the same experience. We apologise that we were unable to facilitate your same day viewing request but would be more than happy to help you find your new home in the future. With exceptionally high demand for rented properties, our viewing appointments, especially at the weekend, often reach capacity very quickly. However, if you would like to get back in touch we can certainly arrange a suitable viewing time for any properties which match your requirements. Kind regards, Hackney & Leigh
5/5
GoogleVery helpful and friendly staff! Made moving a lot less stressful Thank you
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Thank you David
5/5
GoogleFriendly, professional staff. Always available to answer queries. Will use them again.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Bill
5/5
GoogleEllie was my first contact with Hackney & Leigh and super easy and friendly to talk to. We dealt smoothly with the basics to establish we are seriously seeking to buy a property in the wider Kendal area and Ellie explained about the 'contact' list approach to make sure we are updated with new properties matching our target wishes as they come to market. Wish all discussions regarding finding a new home were this straightforward and positive.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Thank you for your review Patrick
5/5
GoogleSincere thanks to the Kendal office for such a professional, proactive & exemplary service, delivered throughout our sale to a consistently high level. Outstanding in all areas we have no hesitation in strongly recommending Hackney & Leigh.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Wendy!
5/5
GoogleA huge thank you to Ellie and the team at Hackney and Leigh for their support and help with buying our first property! From the viewings to the sale of the property and helping us with solicitor recommendations their service was excellent and carried out promptly and efficiently! We would highly recommend! Thank you again.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Emily
5/5
GoogleThank you so much to H&L who were excellent from start to finish. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Hackney and Leigh to others who are selling / buying or renting a house.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks for your review Philippa
5/5
GoogleFantastic customer service from Ellie, Shannon and Kiera. They were easy to contact and kept us informed each step of the way. I will miss chatting to them on the phone! I definitely recommend Hackney and Leigh and the team if you are looking for a supported and professional house sale experience.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks Amy
5/5
GoogleI have recently become the tenant of a property in Keswick, and from my dealings with Hackney and Leigh I can say that they demonstrated a professional and courteous manner throughout. They were very efficient and kept me fully informed at all stages. A special thanks to Hannah Sowerby, Samantha Harrison and Lauren Davidson who all helped to make this a fast and straightforward process.
Agent replied · 10 July 2026
Many thanks for your review Mike
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Awards
The Trusted Agent 2026 results for Hackney & Leigh, ranked against 18,569 UK estate agent offices. Each award is assessed separately from the review sites.
Industry awards
Hackney & Leigh and its branches won awards at EA Masters in two years, most recently 2022.
EA Masters winners in two years, the group and its branches: 2021, 2022.
EA Masters by year, 2021 to 2022
2022 9 Gold across nine branches EA Masters 2022 winners
2021 2 Gold across two branches EA Masters 2021 winners
- Branch Gold Award (2)EA Masters 2021
Source: EA Masters winners lists, as published, linked by year.
The British Property Awards
Hackney & Leigh and its branches won awards at The British Property Awards in two years, most recently 2019.
British Property Awards winners in two years, the group and its branches: 2018, 2019.
British Property Awards by year, 2018 to 2019
2019 3 Gold across two branches The British Property Awards 2019 winners
- GoldThe British Property Awards 2019: Regional Estate Agent, North West (Cumbria)Windermere
- Local Gold (2)The British Property Awards 2019
2018 1 Gold The British Property Awards 2018 winners
Source: The British Property Awards winners lists, as published, linked by year.
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Questions about Hackney & Leigh
Which Hackney & Leigh office has the most reviews?
Keswick has the most, with 259 reviews rated 4.9 out of 5, followed by Kendal with 201.
Where are the Hackney & Leigh offices?
The 10 Hackney & Leigh offices, by town:
- Ambleside: Rydal Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9AW
- Arnside: The Promenade, Arnside, LA5 0HF
- Carnforth: Market Street, Carnforth, LA5 9BT
- Grange-Over-Sands: Main Street, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6DP
- Kendal: 100 Stricklandgate, Kendal, LA9 4PU
- Keswick: 11 Bank Street, Keswick, CA12 5JY
- Kirkby Lonsdale: 3 Market Square, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2AN
- Penrith: 6-8 Corn Market, Penrith, CA11 7DA
- Ulverston: 30 Queen Street, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7AF
- Windermere: Ellerthwaite Square, Windermere, LA23 1DU
Has Hackney & Leigh won any awards?
Yes. In The Trusted Agent 2026 awards, Keswick won Gold. At EA Masters 2022 its branches won 9 Gold awards. The group and its branches have also won 6 other industry awards since 2018.
