Bridgfords Lettings County Durham reviews

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We have had a great experience letting a property through Bridgfords, Darlington. The staff, especially Helen and Casey have provided very efficient, friendly and professional services. They were quick to respond to our messages and the the process from enquiry to key handover only took a week. Thank you Helen and Casey, it was a pleasure dealing with you.

Allison · 16 March 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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Fraud risk

Refused to return deposit after tenancy ended, eventually complying four months later after we enacted formal action. Ignored all our calls and emails, and during the little communication I could get with them I was treated with more rudeness and dishonesty than I have ever experienced. In particular Deposits Manager Paddy and Leanne consistently treated us with the utmost contempt. Probably some sort of illegal operations behind the scenes. Avoid!

Roger · 17 June 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I recently moved into Brigford property…

I recently moved into Brigford property and I can't express how grateful I am for the fantastic support from Lucy and Murray. From the moment I began the application process, they were incredibly helpful and attentive to my needs. Lucy guided me through all the paperwork with clarity and patience, ensuring I understood everything. On move-in day, Murray went above and beyond to assist me, he helped with any questions I had and made sure everything was in order. To top it all off, I received a delightful box of chocolates as a sweet welcome gift, which added such a nice touch! Their friendly demeanor and professionalism truly made my transition seamless. I highly recommend Brigford to anyone looking for a welcoming place home.

Alpha · 21 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Good service nick is so helpfull very nice lad working at your Darlington branch can I also say that Helen has been very patient and excellent help me re paper work filling online forms and very nice lady thankyou

Elaine · 16 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Service above and beyond

What can I say about Bridgfords in Bamber Bridge, what an absolutely fabulous team of professionals to deal with especially Jane Catterall! This amazing lady has gone above and beyond for us firstly regarding the sale of my mum's house after she passed away, and now ourselves. Without Jane with her knowledge and wealth of experience our house move would have collapsed, she did everything in her power to get the job done, she went above and beyond, and is also a very understanding and caring individual remaining professional throughout. Couldn't have done this without you! Wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

Nicky · 8 November 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Great experience with Bridgfords Darlington from start to finish. The team were professional, helpful, and made the whole letting process smooth and stress-free. Special thanks to Nick for all his support!

Akande · 19 March 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

Google

3 hours before the appointment I received a call from Polly canceling said appointment due to the valuer not being in. The agent explained that "the admin team must not have realised that the valuer was off". This is a blatant lie as Rhea spoke to the valuer Rebecca during the phone call on Tuesday to confirm she was available. The appointment was booked 4 days in advance. This is very disappointing and unprofessional. Business has been lost and a sour taste left behind.

Scott · 18 July 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

Google

Very terrible people. Very quick to take your money, will avoid doing any repairs at all cost and once you move out of their property, they will start avoiding your calls and will refuse to return your deposit. You guys have been avoiding me for like a month now and still holding my deposit, I will sue you guys soon because it’s obvious your actions are deliberate. Avoid this people at all cost.

Chukwunwike · 16 March 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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One of the worst estate company i have…

One of the worst estate management company i have come across . The manager and one mr Mamood were disgusting and very wicked human being. The Took my £2000.00 from my account without seeing the property .

Aiah · 29 July 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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Some things never change - still shoddy

Some things never change. We bought our house through Bridgfords 5 years ago- not a good experience. They don’t answer the phone or answer emails. Today, as we’ve decided to sell the house, I thought to myself "maybe they’ve changed." I’ve called them 4 X, each time being redirected to an answering machine.I’ve emailed them and no reply. A continuation of a shoddy service continues. The 2 other estate agents I’ve contacted have replied more or less straight away and visits have been arranged. I honestly don’t know how Bridgfords survives in the current economic climate.

Gaynor · 10 August 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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2 month+ deposit return delay

I rented a property managed by Bridgfords and moved out two months ago. I still have not received my deposit back. Since moving out, I have called and emailed the branch multiple times to follow up. My calls have been hung up on, and my emails have gone unanswered. For an agency that expects tenants to meet strict deadlines and requirements throughout the tenancy, this level of service at the end of the process has been disappointing. I would think carefully before renting through Bridgfords based on this experience.

Wayne · 31 July 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

Google

The Agancy refused to give references as I di not live there since 2025. Management unavailable to take a call. Response from agent : "I am unaware if you currently live at the property or not. We have no involvement with the property and have not since July 2025. In this circumstance we are unable to provide a reference"

MrD · 2 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Thank you so much Holly at Stockton Heath's Bridgefords

I had a wonderful tour with Holly from Bridgeford's Stockton Heath. I didn't feel rushed and she was very attentive, patient with all my questions and built a quick rapport with me. She always answered the phone and emails professionally and gave thorough and informative replies, always keeping me in the loop as my application for my new rental progressed through all the stages. I highly recommend her. Steph xxx

Stephanie · 24 August 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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The worst out there

The worst out there, put us through so much drama, very stressful and mentally draining, their mortgage broker is absolutely useless, 4 months later we were declined, absolute waste of time, waste of energy, they just didn't want us to buy it for some reason, maybe because we are a different skin colour to them! Stay away from the burnley branch, good lord, how do they get away with this bs.

Ify · 13 August 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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Bridgefords are the worst estate agents…

Bridgefords are the worst estate agents i have ever come across, i am so glad i did not decide to sell my house with them! They never answer the calls, constantly leaving voicemails, very rarely they call you back! I viewed a property with them a week or so ago & no follow up phone call the following day, I wanted to make an offer , left several voicemails & nothing! Please avoid Bridgefords at all costs. They are the worst estate agents i have ever come across. Please stay away!

Lucy · 9 June 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

Google

STAY AWAY I have had a very poor experience with Bridgfords. I live over 250 miles away from my rental property but I can honestly say I could have done a better job at managing the property myself compared to Bridgfords. I pay 13% a month and they do not collect rent on time, do not send contractors out on time, do not update me with anything. My tenant actually emailed me on several occasions as Bridgfords were not doing their Job. Whatever you do, please look at other estate agents and stay away. Nathan and Anna were decent and put in effort. Adele does not care neither does the manager - Mark I think his name is. I have learned this lesson the hard way

Ryan · 13 June 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Avoid at all costs

Our experience with Bridgfords Leeds has been appalling from start to finish, and I would strongly advise anyone to avoid this letting agent.

Reece · 17 July 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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Valuation?? They can't be bothered!

Booked in a valuation with Bridgfords. They called the following morning at 830 which was very efficient. Was advised over the phone that this would take 30 minutes. Had a phone call from the Sale branch on the morning of the appointment. Asked if i intended to put my house up for sale, said it would be dependent on the equity we have in the house. He said the valuation would take and hour and a half and he could send a virtual valuation. It sounded like the guy couldn't be bothered at all. If this is the level of experience you get from someone that is trying to get your business, I would hate to think about the experience you would have selling through this place. Really poor service!

Jon · 5 May 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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Have reported manager to property…

Have reported manager to property ombudsman. Bridgfords agreed a one percent sale fee to sell grandmothers property. The branch manager, Tammi Moulton, then completed the sale contract on our behalf, changing the fee to 'percentage of asking price' without consent - leading to an increase in fee by hundreds of pounds. This is, of course, unethical, illegal and we are challenging this. Add this to poor service, poor marketing of the property, and poor attitude of the staff members, in particular Tammi Moulton, and I don't think it is possible to find a worse estate agent in Staffordshire. Needless to say, I would avoid using.

Gemma · 28 November 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

Google

Absolutely awful letting agents, I would absolutely recommend people avoid at all costs. I was left to live with damp/mould and contaminated water coming into my flat for 18 months. It was only when I got the council involved to serve enforcement that progress was made. Absolutely shocking and Countrywide were just as bad, the “maintenance team” don’t progress anything. Terrible experience of renting through Bridgfords from start to finish.

Three · 13 June 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Well what I can say! SHOCKING SERVICE.

Well what I can say!! After 7 years we have had enough and made the decision to move after countless problems. I am now having to move away from the area I grew up in and also I have to let my pet dog go after all the problems and YES BRIDGFORDS YOU ARE TO BLAME!!!! When we moved into the property it was just about habitable, it should not of been presented in the way it was but we were desperate. Over the years we improved the property ourselves and made it a nice home and we genuinely felt at home. Problems included heating pump problems, shower problems, we were left without a gas hob for 6 weeks, had to live practically off ready meals. Roof leaks, boiler problems which take weeks or even months to resolve. The penultimate decision to move was made when we were left without heating over the Christmas period, the house ended up like an ice box to the extreme causing massive distress to us and our young children, but they just don't care, waiting days and days for quotes to be accepted. Money comes before Health and Safety with these guys and to top it off we are being harassed to arrange viewings for new tenants, absolute joke. Unlucky for them is that I know property law, probably better than them and I have the right to refuse access to them until tenancy agreement ends. No one from the agency has ever been out to inspect the property in 7 years but they are willing to show people around, for they all know the property could be trashed. Absolutely unprofessional, some staff should be nowhere near the business of real estate. I think they think that payment of rent is just for the property, its not you pay rent for a service to which you do not get! DO NOT RENT A PROPERTY FROM BRIDGFORDS. Its just a shame it has come to this but they are to BLAME FOR IT ALL!! SIMPLE. GOOD LUCK TO WHOEVER MOVES IN!!

REECE · 5 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I would highly recommend bridgfords estate agent to anyone wanting or selling a house. service and communication was excellent, massive thank you to Nicola and all team for a smooth process on selling my house, selling and buying a house can be very stressful but there made sure everything was under control and stress free. Keep up all the good work guys. Many thanks 10/10 😬

Musa · 13 June 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Absolutely shocking

Absolutely shocking , no chase ups , no progress or updates for my purchase, no follow up , consequently a £400 k purchase failing at the last minute , not qualified to sell houses correctly, , complete garbage im afraid , cost me thousands in abortive fees , totally lied to & lead down the garden path. A waste of 8 months of my life , totally in shock upset & devastated

Melanie · 8 April 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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My experience with Bridgfords/Countrywide

My experience with Bridgfords/Countrywide has been extremely disappointing.

Diptarup · 31 July 2026