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230 reviews across 1 platform

3a High Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1DA

Connells's Essex office at 3a High Street is rated 4.4 out of 5 across 230 reviews on 1 platform, including 230 Google reviews rated 4.4. Checked 9 October 2026.

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4.4 / 5

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5/5

Google

After a bad experience with another estate agent we arranged a meeting with Richard who restored our faith. We put our rental property on the market and dealt with Macauley. What a lovely young man who is an asset to your company. Today our new tenants have moved in and we couldn't be happier. Thank you so much Macauley for all your hard work

Stef Β· 18 June 2020

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a great review for our Connells Colchester Lettings team. We're delighted to hear that our Connells team provided a five-star service!

5/5

Google

I would give more stars if I could. Connells have been brilliant from start to finish of my purchase. They have been so accommodating of all my viewings and endless questions (as a first time buyer I had alot of questions). Harry was a delight to work with and Glenda went the extra mile on several occasions when I was having issues with the solicitor. I would highly recommend them to anyone!! Thank you Connells!!

Bethan Β· 18 June 2023

5/5

Google

Laura made a great lasting impression during our first visit, after which I had no hesitation in choosing Connells as our agent of choice. She was friendly, with a wealth of knowledge, belief in her marketing and had a fantastic personal approach building a great relationship with us. Everyone was amazing throughout and we sold quickly achieving asking price! Highly recommend, thank you!!

Stacey Β· 19 June 2019

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that our Colchester team provided a five-star service!

5/5

Google

Laura Baylis was very helpful and ready to respond to all our concerns. The whole process was quick and easy.

Tasiiwa Β· 9 August 2024

Agent replied Β· 23 August 2024

Thank you for your terrific 5* review. Best wishes, Lucy, Customer Relations.

5/5

Google

Very easy & pleasant experience at connells. Shannon & Eric was so helpful and guided me & my partner through the process of renting our new home. Thank you so much 😊 …

Jamie Β· 20 November 2023

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Thank you for your brilliant 5* review and thank you for your kind words. Best wishes, Lucy, Customer Relations.

5/5

Google

I've been very pleased with my experience with Connells and I'm very happy to have chosen Richard and the team to help me let out my property. I'm a first time landlord and they definitely made things easy for me and helped me find a tenant to move in extremely quickly! Thank you very much to Richard and the team for all their help.

Alina Β· 19 June 2018

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Hello Alina, thank you so much for the 5-star review of our Connells Colchester team. We are very pleased to hear your positive experience from Richard and the team and we will be more than happy to help you in the future if you require any further services.

5/5

Google

After a period of 7 months a sale that should have gone through much quicker. Buyer messed about a lot. So mortgage offer was running out. We were down to two days left before sale fell through. Glenda in sales was like amazing. She chased all parties and even stayed at work over two hours extra on her time to get the sale exchanged.I really believe without Glenda the sale may have fallen through. She’s certainly an asset to Connells.

Susan Β· 20 November 2023

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Many thanks for the fantastic 5* review. Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.

5/5

Google

Hi! My name is Claudia! My experience with Conells was a great one! From start to finish. Very professional and all transparent. Qm met a wonderful man and her name is NAOMI❀. A man for whom I will be very grateful. And not only. Everyone I spoke to on the phone was wonderful. Thank you for all the help and all the answers we received promptly. I gladly recommend CONELLSβ€πŸ™. In a word professionalism.πŸ™. God bless! Thank you so much for everything ❀ πŸ’— πŸ’œ

Claudia Β· 18 June 2022

5/5

Google

Connels were super fast in finding us a tenant at the rent we wanted, and we are especially grateful to Shannon for all the kind assistance, prompt communication, and clear guidance throughout the process.

Sonya Β· 21 September 2023

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Thank you for your wonderful comments and for the 5* review! Best Wishes, Scott @ Customer Care

5/5

Google

We've been dealing with Chloe Jade and have been really impressed with her professionalism, great communication and very helpful in creating space to work around our schedule. I can highly recommend and look forward to continue working with her.

Tom Β· 12 July 2025

Agent replied Β· 12 November 2025

Thank you for your thoughtful 5* review and recommendation! I will make sure your kind words are passed on to the local team. Best wishes, Lucy, Customer Feedback and Support Team.

1/5

Google

Renters/ Tenants make sure you are in the first batch of any viewings on properties you are interested in as you will be told it doesn’t matter and all applications will be considered. Not the case, applications are sent on a day by day basis and if enough are received your viewing will be cancelled on the day.

Callum Β· 16 October 2024

Agent replied Β· 23 October 2024

Hello Callum, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your experience and would like to understand more about what happened. Please contact us at complianceresidential@connells.co.uk so we can assist you further. Best regards, Lucy, Customer Relations Team

5/5

Google

I had the pleasure of meeting Tara John when looking for my new home with Connell's earlier this year. Whilst that sale didn't progress, I subsequently found myself stuck some 3 months later when another mortgage advisor couldn't provide me the service they had promised. On the brink of losing the property I had verbally been accepted for, I called Tara on a whim hoping she could help. Within a matter of hours Tara has found me a mortgage and booked in an appointment 2 days later for us to go through and discuss. Without Tara's efficiency and hard work I wouldn't have the house I'm lucky to own today. I was astounded by how quickly Tara got me the quote (whilst juggling an already busy calendar) and couldn't recommend her services more. She's knowledgeable, diligent and will go above and beyond to help regardless of if you commit to her service - something that is often lacked in customer service. I cannot thank Tara enough and wish her all the best with her future.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

Phee Β· 18 June 2021

1/5

Google

Landlord: Initially, things went well, but I have been disappointed with the Letting department team on several occasions. They seem to lack the necessary competence when …

Kickers Β· 16 September 2025

Agent replied Β· 12 November 2025

Thank you for your terrific 5* review and for your complimentary comments. Best wishes, Lucy, Customer Relations.

5/5

Google

Were on a bit of a tight schedule to find a flat and our letting agent at Connells (Macauley) not only found us our perfect home but arranged for us to be moved in within a week, helped us through every step of the application and was always available to patiently answer the (countless) questions or concerns we had throughout the process. The most pleasant & professional experience renting I have ever had! Thank you so much, Macauley @ Connells. You were absolutely wonderful. We could not be happier.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

, Β· 24 August 2020

5/5

Google

I recently rented my house from Connells. My viewing was arranged promptly by a gentleman called Macauley Smout. He was very welcoming and gave me all the details I needed to know regarding the house itself. He was very knowledgable and good at his job. Whilst going through with the rental he was able to help and support me with the details/paper work needed to complete. Macauley made my move as smooth as possible and was very forthcoming with any help/questions I had before, during and even after my rental. Pleasurable experience, wonderful colleague and a smooth transition. Thank you!

Nancy Β· 18 June 2020

5/5

Google

I shopped around several estate agents; time and time again it was clear that the affable Bernice at Connells was in a different league when it came to, honesty, selflessness, and good humour. Bernice worked tirelessly to help me, providing insider knowledge which was invaluable to my efforts. There is no doubt that, without Bernice, it would have been impossible to find as well suited a home. In turn, Bernice introduced me to my mortgage advisor, Tara. Diligent, knowledgeable, and above all a consummate professional, Tara has assisted me no end during the purchase of my property and I fully intend to see her again in the not too distant future. If you are looking for an estate agent, letting agent, or a mortgage advisor, you must add Connells to the top of your shortlist.

Felix Β· 18 June 2020

5/5

Google

I used Tara as my mortgage broker and she was excellent throughout the process. She kept me fully informed at all times and gave me very sound advice, not only on the best and most suitable products available, but also on additional considerations such as critical illness protection. I couldn't recommend her more and will certainly be using her in any future purchases. The wider team also deserve significant recognition, particularly Matthew who dealt with the sale of my property in a highly proficient, professional yet courteous and friendly manner delivering a great sell price in a timely fashion. Well done Team Connells!

Adam Β· 18 June 2020

5/5

Google

Richard is the most helpful letting agent I ever met. He volunteered in helping me with many things. I was out of the country and had no opportunities to come and view the apartments, so Richard agreed to do a viewing over a FaceTime.
When it was time for me to transport my things from my old place to a new one, Richard again suggested to help me by transporting all my things which took more than one drive. He also offered me to help with selling my furniture as again, I wasn’t in the country at that moment. 
It is my second home I found with the help of Connells and I am very happy that I chose them. 
Thank you Richard for helping me with everything and making things really easy for me. 
I would highly recommend Connells to other people!

Marit Β· 19 June 2019

5/5

Google

I chose to use Tara as my mortgage broker and she was excellent throughout my purchase. As a first time buyer Tara made a daunting and potentially stressful task simple. She went above and beyond, not only getting me a great deal on the mortgage, but keeping on top of absolutely everything else and providing me with regular updates. This made the whole process smooth, quick and easy. I couldn't recommend her more and will certainly be using her when I eventually buy my next property.

Henry Β· 19 June 2019

5/5

Google

I just wanted to let you you know how pleased I am with the standard of service I have received from Jody in your property lettings department. Jody has been fantastic over the last 2 days with regard to my lock issue. She has kept me informed and got a contractor to the property very quickly. As I keep telling her, I don`t now how I would have coped without her! Thank you Jody and all your colleagues.

Susan Β· 19 June 2019

5/5

Google

Jake Harrington was excellent. He helped me through my mortgage application and made it as seamless as possible. He took time at appointments to go through every detail and at every hurdle he helped me make sure I provided what was required and each issue was resolved. I was granted my mortgage offer and this was all thanks to him. Very professional.PositiveQuality, Professionalism

Emma Β· 18 June 2022

5/5

Google

Matt was a great help throughout the sale and was pivotal in getting it completed on time!!

Michael Β· 21 September 2023

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Hi Michael, It has been brilliant to read your 5* review of our local team. Best wishes, Scott @ Customer Care

5/5

Google

My partner and I have been travelling for 4 months. Whilst being in Australia we began to look for properties and found a great one through Connells. Upon contacting we spoke with Richard who has been incredible through the whole experience. We thought we would be so stressed sorting a property from so far away but Richard made it so easy and has helped in every way that he could. We definitely recommend.

Brad Β· 18 June 2020

5/5

Google

Matthew came to visit us and view our property. He was very professional and friendly, felt like having a friend over. He gave us a very in-depth talk about the process of selling the house and what options we had. He came prepared with information about other properties that had sold within our area to base the value of our property on. Highly recommend!

Jemma Β· 22 August 2023

Agent replied Β· 17 June 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for your wonderful 5* review and recommendation! Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.

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How many reviews does Connells have?

Connells's Essex office has 230 reviews across 1 platform: 230 on Google. Reviews may appear on more than one platform. Checked 9 October 2026.

What is Connells's rating?

Connells is rated 4.4 out of 5 across all 230 reviews, and 4.4 out of 5 on Google from 230 reviews, checked 9 October 2026.

Where is Connells's Essex office?

Connells, 3a High Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1DA.

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