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Smith & Friends Estate Agents in Darlington, Middlesbrough, Hartlepool and 2 more

4.8

★★★★★ Excellent

986 reviews across 5 offices and 4 platforms

Smith & Friends Estate Agents has five offices, in Darlington, Middlesbrough, Hartlepool, Ingleby Barwick and Stockton-on-Tees. Together they have 986 reviews on four platforms, rated 4.8 out of 5 overall.

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4.6 / 5

275

Reviews on Google

All 5 offices

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5.0 / 5

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All 5 offices

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5.0 / 5

2

Reviews on Yell

All 5 offices

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708

Reviews on Trustpilot

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Our offices

Smith & Friends Estate Agents's five offices, most reviewed first. Each has its own page.

Latest reviews from every Smith & Friends Estate Agents office

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5/5

Trustpilot

The staff at Smith & Friends Darlington…

The staff at Smith & Friends Darlington were helpful from start to finish. The sale of my home was particularly stressful and emotional for me and had a few hurdles along the way but Joy was always on hand to reassure and guide me, nothing was too much trouble. This was my first experience of selling a home and found overwhelming and confusing at times however the staff were very patient and dealt with my many ‘wobbles’ professionally but in a personal way. Communication and support was excellent throughout

Hayley · 31 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Harley for your fantastic 5 star review.Kind regards Mark Smith Managing Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Can not fault Smith and Friends

Can not fault Smith and Friends , they were very professional all the way through the house sale and went the extra mile getting the process completed.

Christopher · 30 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Chris for your 5 star review. It is greatly appreciated by us all. Thank you for using our services.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Darlington branch is excellent

The manager of Darlington branch was very helpful , he made an excellent video of our home which I am sure sold our house to a person out of the area.The sales progression manager was excellent, keeping us informed at every point. She was very approachable answering our questions as and when needed which made the sale and purchase run more smoothly.I wouldn’t hesitate to use Smith and Friends Darlington Branch again and would happily recommend them to others.

Carol · 30 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Carol for your 5 star review of our Darlington team.Kind regards Mark Smith Managing Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Outstanding customer service

From the moment our house was put on the market to the day of completion we were so pleased that we asked Smith and Friends to sell our house. Everything about the selling process was expertly and professionally explained to us in person. The advertising of the property was superb with extras such as drone footage. Throughought the sale we were kept up to date of proceedings by the diligent, courteous and friendly staff. Altogether a positive experience and recommend Smith and Friends for your next property sale/purchase.

John · 30 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you John for your wonderful review of our Stockton team. We all greatly appreciate your kind words and thank you for using our services.Kind regards Mark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

First class professional service

First class professional service from start to finish. I was kept very well informed of progress all the way through. Special mention to Joy in particular who was absolutely brilliant in after sales and helped to keep the process moving along at pace. Highly recommend!

Jo · 28 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Jo for your brilliant review of our Darlington team and in particular Joy. Your review and kind words are appreciated by us all.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Just the best

Just the best estate agents I have dealt with. They seem to really want to help and are always communicative and approachable. Absolutely recommended.

Miss · 27 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you very much for your kind words Miss Maher and your 5 star review. It is appreciated by us all.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Staff were helpful and informative

Staff were helpful and informative, we had plenty viewings were kept up to date at all times. I would have no hesitation in recommending Smith & Friends.

Laura · 27 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Laura for your 5 star review. It is greatly appreciated by us all.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Professional and friendly.

Friendly staff, responsive, proactive and professional. Great photos of the property. I felt that my property sale was in safe hands.

Kim · 27 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents (Hartlepool)

Agent replied · 22 October 2024

Thank you Kim for your 5 star review, it is greatly appreciated by us all.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

4/5

Trustpilot

Contacted me in the early stages of my…

Contacted me in the early stages of my purchase and kept me informed

Mandy · 27 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for your review Mandy.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Enthusiastic and efficient

Enthusiastic and efficient. Job done.

Julie · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for your review Julie.Best WishesMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Smith and friends kept me more informed…

Smith and friends kept me more informed than the solicitors did well done thanks

Mr · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Leslie for your 5 star review, it is greatly appreciate by us all.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

4/5

Trustpilot

They did all they could but should have…

They did all they could but should have chased the vendor more to get things done that they had promised to do.

Ratbiter · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for your review. If there is anything I can assist with please don't hesitate to contact me on marksmith@smith-and-friends.co.ukKind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

I appreciate the staff work hard and…

I appreciate the staff work hard and very punctual. I didn’t have any problems everything done in time.

Pathmasany · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for your 5 star review.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

4/5

Trustpilot

Good service

Good service, apart from the sale progression department being unrealistic with time scales. We got told we were taking to long to complete when the whole sale only took 3 months. Which is pretty much average for a house sale. After this we consulted with the sale progression department for help gaining documents, however this was refused. Also at the start of the transaction there was little to no chasing from the sale progression department in getting the sale instructed with the solicitiors. Which was frustrating as everything was just verbally agreed for around 2 weeks. On the whole the sale progression department brought a lot of un-needed stress to the transaction, and can do a much better job in my view.

Geno · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Hi Geno, thank you for your review and feedback, I have read through the numerous notes on file and as you are aware from your agency days some vendors will want transactions completing in a timely manner. I apologise if this has caused you any stress and if you wish to contact me you my email is marksmith@smith-and-friends.co.uk Best WishesMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

The team at Marton Middlesbrough are…

The team at Marton Middlesbrough are outstanding nothing is ever a problem always answer the phone. Would recommend this company thank you for all your hard work really appreciate mick

Mr · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for your review Mr Adamson, it is greatly appreciated.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Great service from start to finish.

I couldn’t have asked for anymore from Smith & Friends, loved dealing with Claire and Lindsey !

Lee · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents (Hartlepool)

Agent replied · 22 October 2024

Thank you for your review of our Stockton team, in particular Claire and Lindsey.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Very good service

Very good service. Excellent communication. Pleasant and helpful staff.

Stephen · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Stephen for your 5 star review.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Google

Brilliant service, from beginning to end.

Shaun · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents (Darlington)

Agent replied · 22 October 2024

Thank you Shaun for your 5 star review. Kind regards Mark Smith Managing Director

5/5

Google

Put my property up for sale and arranged for numerous estate agents to visit me and give a valuation. When the manager from Smith and friends Louis visited I immediately felt he was very genuine. After speaking to him I cancelled all other valuations and following his advice I had a buyer within a week. So far so good, outstanding work from Louis and all the staff at Smith and friends who have been extremely helpful and supportive and taken a lot of the stress and anxiety off my shoulders. Thanks to you all. Five stars at least 👍

Alan · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents (Darlington)

Agent replied · 22 October 2024

Thank you Alan for your 5 star review. It is greatly appreciated by the team and I. Kind regards Mark Smith Managing Director

5/5

Google

Had dealt with the Darlington branch of Robinsons in 2021 and had excellent service. Contacted them again as Smith & Friends as we needed to find new tenants and again, their service was excellent. Very professional, easy to deal with and always answered any question or queries. Our new tenants also spoke very highly of them from their point of view.

Jonathan · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents (Darlington)

Agent replied · 22 October 2024

Thank you Jonathan for your 5 star review and thank you for using our services again. It is greatly appreciated by us all. Kind regards Mark Smith Managing Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Very helpful team with excellent…

Very helpful team with excellent communication. I would definitely use Smith and Friends in the future

Customer · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for your review.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Fantastic company

From the first meeting with the valuation guy to the completion I couldn't have asked for a better service. Great communication from their team throughout. Thank you for making a stressful time a little easier.

Angela · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Angela for your review.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

5/5

Trustpilot

Very friendly and helpful took time to…

Very friendly and helpful took time to listen and explain things

Pamela · 26 July 2024 · Smith & Friends Estate Agents Ingleby Barwick

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you Pamela for your 5 star review.Kind regardsMark SmithManaging Director

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Awards

Industry awards

Smith & Friends Estate Agents and its branches won ESTAS awards in one year, most recently 2025.

ESTAS winners in one year, the group and its branches: 2025.

ESTAS awards by year, 2025

Source: ESTAS winners lists, as published, linked by year.

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Which Smith & Friends Estate Agents office has the most reviews?

Darlington has the most, with 766 reviews rated 4.8 out of 5, followed by Middlesbrough with 742.

Where are the Smith & Friends Estate Agents offices?

The five Smith & Friends Estate Agents offices, by town:

  • Darlington: 7 Duke Street, Darlington, DL3 7RX, DL3 7RX
  • Hartlepool: 106 York Road, Hartlepool, TS26 9DE, TS26 9DE
  • Ingleby Barwick: Barwick Lodge Ingleby Way, Ingleby Barwick, TS17 0RH
  • Middlesbrough: 26 Stokesley Road, Marton-In-Cleveland, Middlesbrough, TS7 8DX, TS7 8DX
  • Stockton-on-Tees: 21 Bishop Street, Stockton, TS18 1SY, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1SY
Has Smith & Friends Estate Agents won any awards?

Yes. At the ESTAS 2025 awards its branches won 4 Best in Postcode awards.

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