Trusted Agent profile · Barnet
★★★★★
942 reviews across 2 platforms
49 Brent Street, Hendon, NW4 2EA, Barnet, NW4 2EA
Winkworth's office in Barnet, at 49 Brent Street, is rated 3.9 out of 5 across 942 reviews on two platforms, including 87 Google reviews rated 4.5.
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5/5
TrustpilotGreat team!
Aaron, Shaun and the team at Winkworth worked to hard to find our family the perfect short term rental solution. They were responsive, helpful and genuinely cared about meeting our needs. Thanks team for making what could have been a very stressful time, as smooth and easy as possible!
1/5
TrustpilotPlease avoid them. Reclaiming our deposit has become a lengthy and arduous process
Unfortunately, our experience with Winkworth has been so disappointing that I must give a 1-star rating, though I wish there was an option for zero stars. They have repeatedly made false statements to unfairly extract money from tenant. Even damage noted in their own move-in inventory report from last year is now being used against us to justify charges. It's disheartening to witness their prioritization of profit over fairness. When confronted, they suggest disputing through "my deposit scheme," only to further inflate fees. Our cleaning fee surged from £140 to £336, and apart from maintenance fees were hiked for pre-existing damages. Despite returning the property in better condition, we were still charged professional cleaning fees for mold, dust, and dirt present upon move-in. They even colluded with their inventory company to exploit situations for financial gain, leaving us speechless. Additionally, we graciously accommodated potential tenant viewings three times in 10 days, only to have our privacy violated as individuals freely took photos and rifled through our belongings without consent. This experience has left us profoundly disappointed and hesitant to engage with Winkworth in the future.
At Winkworth we are always disappointed to receive a review such as yours and I am sorry to hear of your personal experiences. All the Winkworth Offices are independently owned and operated and if you are able to update you review and provide details of the office that you had dealings with, we will be able to look into your concerns accordingly. Thank you in advance.
1/5
TrustpilotWorst Ever
My experience with Winkworth was a masterclass in chaos and incompetence. A real circus is even better them. Not only did they turn a blind eye to broken properties, but they also seemed to have a PhD in denial and deception. They don't even have the decency to possess basic moral standards. I bet Winkworth does not care their branding or reputation, basic thing for a business. Their idea of 'professional cleaning' was a joke - the place was dirtier than a pigsty, with mold, spiders the size of small cars, and no sign of any supposed cleaning crew. And don't even get me started on their response time - it's like they only sprang into action when I threatened to pack my bags.During checkout, they pulled out all the stops with their wild accusations, conveniently forgetting that the damages were already there when I moved in. But oh no, let's blame the tenant instead!And as if dealing with Winkworth wasn't enough, their partner in crime, ACT Property, was just as useless. It's like they were in cahoots, caring more about squeezing every penny out of me than addressing my legitimate concerns.Privacy? What privacy? They had no qualms about waltzing into my home uninvited, rearranging things like they owned the place. And to top it all off, they even decided to whip up a meal in my kitchen without so much as a 'by your leave.' They took away my letters too.Getting my deposit back was a whole saga, thanks to their fault-finding frenzy. But hey, at least I've inadvertently become their biggest promoter in my community (whatsapp, X, facebook, signal, neighbours) about Winkworth. The way word spreads, it's like a snowball effect! I am so excited!
At Winkworth we are always disappointed to receive a review such as yours and I am sorry to hear of your personal experiences. All the Winkworth Offices are independently owned and operated and if you are able to update you review and provide details of the office that you had dealings with, we will be able to look into your concerns accordingly. Thank you in advance.
5/5
TrustpilotSelling made easier
Very good advice when selling my late sister flat and traveling from Warwickshire to complete the sale was made easier by a lot of help
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating. We really appreciate your business. Please let us know if we can do anything for you in the future.
5/5
TrustpilotI have just re let my apartment
I have just re let my apartment through the Kensal Rise Office who have been managing my property for 2 years. Aaron and his team were fantastic and managed a turnaround in record time resulting no loss of rental revenues. The process was extremely efficient and very re assuring. They went above and beyond my expectations. Totally recommend.
Afternoon Alison. Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with Winkworth Kensal Rise. All of the Winkworth offices are independently owned and operated and Aaron and his team are truly dedicated to providing the best service possible for their clients. It is excellent news that you felt they exceeded your expectations and are delighted that you would recommend Aaron and his team to other potential clients. Wishing you all the success with your property moving forward. Kind regards Winkworth Client Services
5/5
TrustpilotGreat experience with Winkworth
We rented an apartment though Winkworth last month and the process could have not been any better. From coordinating the viewing to signing the contract and moving in, Aaron and his team have gone above and beyond. Would definitely recommend them if you are planning to rent/ buy around the area.
1/5
GoogleWorst agency ever! Ask Daniel the “manager”to send me rent form and he never sent to me(like he told me to do). Sandiya she is rude, unprofessional, she literally doesn’t want to answer your questions, she is like okay have you finished bye. Literally not kidding. If you are interesting to rent a property don’t waste your time with them. It’s a shame because they have some good properties in such a good location but I prefer to be respected rather to deal with unprofessional. Landlords I fell bad to have this agency to represent you.
Dear Rit, after looking into this. You were told, on multiple occasions that due to your situation, you would not pass references therefore there was no need to send you an offer form. Winkworth make sure they qualify applicants quite thoroughly in order to give the best service to our clients. We have a fantastic reputation for both sales and lettings in the area and our reviews are testament to this. Should you wish to discuss this further please feel free to call me on 0208 202 1031 as I am more than happy to talk this over with you. Many thanks. Winkworth Hendon
5/5
TrustpilotAs a landlord of two properties I have…
As a landlord of two properties I have been renting with through Winkworth for 8 years now. They have always provided me with a professional and reliable service. Aaron and the team are prepared to go above beyond to ensure a smooth service.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating. We really appreciate your business. Please let us know if we can do anything for you in the future.
5/5
GoogleSandiya was great. It was a pleasure to be with him at all stages. He was very thorough and persistent and a great support throughout the whole process. I am very grateful to her.
Thanks Baziar
1/5
Trustpilotvery rude agent and poor behaviour
One of the agents at this firm has abused a member of our team because she had taken one day's leave. He then decided to leave a review of the whole firm making serious allegations about our firm.
5/5
GoogleI had a small issue with my boiler and I must say how impressed I was with Ajay! He sent engineers round within the hour and they too were as friendly as Ajay and promptly fixed the issue there and then! Thanks so much Ajay and team!
5/5
TrustpilotFantastic service from all the team
Over the past 13 years we have had a fantastic service from all the team at Winkworths in letting, managing and finally selling our property. They were consistently professional, efficient and knowledgeable and made the whole experience go smoothly. Thank you!
5/5
TrustpilotEfficient and friendly agents
Guy, John, and Gillian were brilliant in handling the purchase of my first home. They were always quick to respond and had all of the answers to my many questions. They are knowledgeable and professional. They even went out of their way to communicate with my solicitors directly to ensure things were progressing smoothly.
5/5
TrustpilotEfficient, professional service
Aaron and his team have been on the ball from the start and found me new tenants quickly and with no fuss. They´re a great team - Stanislava is particularly helpful! Would definitely recommend as letting agents.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating. We really appreciate your business. Please let us know if we can do anything for you in the future.
5/5
TrustpilotA* for Aaron
Aaron assisted us with selling our flat. He was professional, extremely knowledgeable on the local market and a pleasure to work with. The photos that were arranged for us were also excellent. Aaron kept us informed during the whole process. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Aaron, or Winkworth, to anyone looking to market their property.
Hello H, Thank you for your review, we're delighted to hear of your experience here and pleased at the excellent service you've received.
5/5
TrustpilotAaron Priscott is an absolute legend
Aaron Priscott is an absolute legend. I ended up with nowhere to live after maida vale floods and he said "I know a guy". Relocated us, got us into our new home. Then at the new year. I said I want to stay here, Aaron made it happen. Hes a legend and I have no idea how he did all of that. Now I just live a life with my dog 🐕. Thanks Aaron for being such a legend. Aaron for president
5/5
TrustpilotHave been using Winkworths for years
Have been using Winkworths for years. They’ve always provided a solid service in terms of lettings, accounts and the managed service and have definitely made our lives easier when renting our flat. Have absolutely no issue recommending them. Special thanks to Aaron, Yanick and Michael.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating. We really appreciate your business. Please let us know if we can do anything for you in the future.
5/5
GoogleEven in a really difficult market Sandiya and Daniel kept a very cool head and managed to get the transaction done in an incredibly efficient and professional manner. Well done!!
Thanks Luca!
5/5
GoogleReally great service. Rented my house real quickly, were always prompt to reply quickly and never hesitated to help in anyway. Special thanks to Daniel and Sandiya for being superstars.
Thanks Mr Jain!
5/5
TrustpilotI have dealt with Aaron Priscott in the…
I have dealt with Aaron Priscott in the Kensal Rise office for several years. Together with his team they have provided a great letting service. Responsive, reliable and helpful. And successful!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Venetia. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us, and we agree, Aaron is truly a gem to have on our team! We look forward to working with you again in the future!
5/5
TrustpilotWinkworth hellesdon
Winkworth - Hellesdon Norwich,Me and my partner viewed several properties across norwich and being first time buyers couldn’t ask for more from an estate agents. Neil was always on the phone checking in and showing us around not only our purchased property but many we viewed before and can not fault him. Max and hannah also played a major part with the behind the scenes stuff and max chasing many questions so promptly for us calling back normally the same day. Fantastic estate agents and staff would highly recommend. Kieran & Chloe
1/5
TrustpilotHannah Nola - TERRIBLE & UNPROFESSIONAL
Hannah Nola - Terrible, Unprofessional, Cant Do The Job! Had an appointment for 1pm today, 05/08/23. That I arranged with Hannah Nola, who might I had forgot to actually arrange the appointment which meant me calling up this morning to ensure I can still view the property at 1pm, which I was told I now had the confirmed booking timeWhen we arrived to the property, there was a queue out the door. When I asked the gentleman now allowing another group in during our booked time he said "you'll need to go to the office and speak to Hannah", who might I add was nowhere to be seen during the confirmed appointment time We went over to the office and knocked on the door, only to be met with a rude woman putting her finger up and telling us to wait. Turns out, this was the illusive Hannah; dealing with something else other than the appointment she arranged, forcing us to stand in the rainAfter waiting a period of time me and my partner decided it wasn't worth dealing with such an unprofessional organisation so we walked away When I complained; Hannah had the audacity to lie and at first attempt to say "she isn't sure what I mean, the viewing arranged today were not only for me", which doesn't explain why she wasn't there, and why we were forced to stand in the rain When I made my complaint clear, that we had an agreed time and I expected her to keep the appointment and at least be present, she attempted to blame the other visitors who were there to view the property saying it was because "they were late", however unaware to Hannah; we spoke to them and they had an appointment for 1pm as well Absolutely terrible management and process, poor attitude and frankly the attempt to lie and deflect is all the writing on the wall anyone needs AVOID AVOID AVOID
Dear Miles, please see below a response from the office:Whilst Hannah did book in the appointment it was another member of staff who was attending the viewing and was whom the applicant met at the property. There seems to have been some miscommunication between the applicant viewing and the agent conducting the viewing as the agent thought the viewer was asking for Hannah whereas the viewer was asking for Hannah in expectation that she would be conducting the viewing. Hannah wanted to assist the applicant when he came to the office door but was dealing with an urgent matter on the phone so couldn’t just leave the call and when the call was done, she went to the door at which point the applicant had left. Hannah sincerely apologies for the inconvenience caused and accepts that she could’ve made the applicant aware that other people were also viewing the property during the viewing slot although only one group/ person would’ve been viewing the actual flat at a time to ensure each person can view the flat comfortably without feeling pressured/ rushed. We understand the applicant feels aggrieved and would be happy to arrange a viewing of the property for the applicant to view the property alone without any other parties booked in at a similar time. & once again apologies for any inconvenience caused.
5/5
Trustpilotimpressive estate agent in Kensal Rise
If you are seeking an established estate agent in Kensal Rise area run by a team of professional agents, pleasant to deal with, efficient, proactive and always willing to go the extra mile to provide the quality of services their customers expect then look no further than Winkworth. It is the first time I have used their services to rent my property and was pleasantly impressed to see how smooth it all went - highly recommended!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating. We really appreciate your business. Please let us know if we can do anything for you in the future.
5/5
TrustpilotTop quality service
Aaron and Andrew and the whole team at Winkworth were/are a pleasure to work with both as a property buyer, and then as an owner. Having worked with a number of Estate Agents I am familar that it's hard for a purchaser to find and trust the agent you are dealing with, but in Winkworth's case - they were straightforward, transparent, understood the key issues, kept to what they said, and worked to ensure a smooth and successful process for everyone. If you're looking to sell, buy or rent out your property I would highly recommend Winkworth.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us!
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Winkworth's Barnet office has 942 reviews across two platforms: 87 on Google, 855 on Trustpilot (across the whole business).
Winkworth Hendon is rated 3.9 out of 5 across all 942 reviews, and 4.5 out of 5 on Google from 87 reviews.
Winkworth Hendon, 49 Brent Street, Hendon, NW4 2EA, Barnet, NW4 2EA.
