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  1. Estate Agents in DL12

40 Estate Agents in DL12

Compare the performance of local estate agents.

In the last 6 months in DL12, 141 properties have been listed for sale by 40 different agents. The asking price is £305,925 on average and properties take around 17 weeks to go under offer. Agents in DL12 typically charge around 1.2%, which equates to an average estate agency fee of £3,702.

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DL12 Property Market Summary
  • Average asking price£305,925
  • Average sale time17 weeks
  • Asking price change-2.8%
  • Average estate agent fee1.2%
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List of Estate Agents in DL12

Showing 1 - 25 of 40
  1. Tempo Estates - Preston Logo

    Tempo Estates - Preston

    12-14 Preston Old Road, Freckleton, PR4 1PD
    Average 4.5/5 Stars

    (38 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    28th Jan 2026 (7 weeks ago)
    The service provided by Tempo Estates during the sale of my late aunt’s property was exceptional and fully warrants an exception review. This was a particularly difficult and emotional time, and the team at Tempo Estates were consistently sympathetic, patient, and supportive throughout the entire process. They guided me clearly through each stage of the sale, explaining everything in an easy-to-understand way and ensuring I always knew what to expect. By managing the process so professionally and proactively, they removed a great deal of the stress and hassle that would otherwise have been involved. Their communication was excellent, and they handled the sale with genuine care, sensitivity, and respect for the circumstances. I am extremely grateful for the support provided and feel the level of service went above and beyond what would normally be expected, which is why I believe this exception is fully justified.... Read more
  2. Strutt & Parker - Harrogate Logo

    Strutt & Parker - Harrogate

    Princes House, 13 Princes Square, Harrogate, HG1 1LW
    Average 3.8/5 Stars

    (16 reviews)

    Average 1/5 Stars
    25th May 2023 (2 years ago)
    Arrogance at the highest level! Was informed 24 hrs prior that my valuation had to be moved as a staff meeting was more important. Already booked the day off so fuming at the complete dis regard of this outfit. Completely unprofessional and extremely arrogant in my opinion!!!! Lesson learned!!!... Read more
  3. JR Hopper & Co - Leyburn Logo

    JR Hopper & Co - Leyburn

    Central Chambers, Market Place, Leyburn, DL8 5BD
    Average 4.3/5 Stars

    (6 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    16th Oct 2025 (22 weeks ago)
    Great communication and very helpful staff. Prepared to go the extra mile to assist where required. Offering sound advice.... Read more
  4. George F White - Barnard Castle Logo

    George F White - Barnard Castle

    14c Redwell Court, Barnard Castle, DL12 8BN
    Average 4.0/5 Stars

    (2 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    11th Mar 2022 (4 years ago)
    very good and helpful. local to the area... Read more
  5. Finest Properties - Corbridge Logo

    Finest Properties - Corbridge

    15 Crossways, Market Place, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AW
    Average 2.0/5 Stars

    (1 reviews)

    Average 2/5 Stars
    2nd Nov 2023 (2 years ago)
    Told there would be no problem selling, buyers were waiting this was not the case.... Read more
  6. Hunters - Bishop Auckland Logo

    Hunters - Bishop Auckland

    147-149 Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7EN
    Average 4.7/5 Stars

    (137 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    11th Mar 2026 (7 days ago)
    I had a really positive experience buying my house through Hunters. Communication was excellent throughout the whole process and they kept me updated every step of the way, which made what can often be a stressful time much easier. Nothing ever seemed too much trouble and the team were always happy to answer questions or help when needed. Every member of staff I dealt with was friendly, professional and genuinely lovely. I would definitely recommend them to anyone buying or selling a property. A great team who made the whole process feel straightforward and I felt supported from start to finish!... Read more
  7. Nick & Gordon Carver Residential - Darlington Logo

    Nick & Gordon Carver Residential - Darlington

    14 Duke Street, Darlington, DL3 7AA
    Average 4.4/5 Stars

    (9 reviews)

    Average 2/5 Stars
    19th Apr 2025 (10 mo. ago)
    Company was not proactive. They did not give feedback on one of the few viewings we had and at least two of the viewings were by people who had little intention of buying, not good enough... Read more
  8. GSC Grays - Barnard Castle Logo

    GSC Grays - Barnard Castle

    12 The Bank, Barnard Castle, DL12 8PQ
    Average 4.2/5 Stars

    (39 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    10th May 2025 (10 mo. ago)
    We have had good experiences as rated above.... Read more
  9. Smith & Friends - Darlington Logo

    Smith & Friends - Darlington

    7 Duke Street, Darlington, DL3 7RX
    Average 4.2/5 Stars

    (106 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    13th Jan 2026 (9 weeks ago)
    Outstanding service from Mark, Abby & Michelle. I used this company 3 years ago and I wasn’t sure as that last valuer didn’t seem that interested and I was pleasantly surprised how much detail Mark went into. Thoroughly recommend, marketed it well and now sale agreed. I look forward to completing and moving into my new home with another one of your offices. Thank you so Dan... Read more
  10. Marcus Alderson Estate Agents - Richmond Logo

    Marcus Alderson Estate Agents - Richmond

    7 King Street, Richmond, DL10 4HP
    Average 4.3/5 Stars

    (38 reviews)

    Average 4/5 Stars
    13th Dec 2025 (14 weeks ago)
    I have dealt with Marcus Aldersons estate agents both in rental and selling, what a team they have here. From communication to advice, they are above and beyond expectations, a thoroughly sound service indeed, nothing plastic here at all, the premiership of estate agency.... Read more
  11. Love Property - Catterick Garrison Logo

    Love Property - Catterick Garrison

    18 Richmond Road, Catterick Garrison, DL9 3JA
    Average 4.6/5 Stars

    (110 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    23rd Feb 2026 (23 days ago)
    Really helpful and efficient. They all put so much effort into selling my house and were always there to answer my questions. Thank you Love Property.... Read more
  12. Andrew Craig - Low Fell Logo

    Andrew Craig - Low Fell

    582 Durham Road,Low Fell,Gateshead, NE9 6HX
    Average 4.2/5 Stars

    (5 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    3rd Jul 2025 (8 mo. ago)
    From getting a valuation to selling and putting offer on property all went smoothly Early days yets hope all goes through with no problems... Read more
  13. Charltons Estate Agents Logo

    Charltons Estate Agents

    27a Market Place, DL10 4QG
    Average 3.3/5 Stars

    (4 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    1st Oct 2022 (3 years ago)
    Friendly and thorough... Read more
  14. Venture Properties - Darlington Logo

    Venture Properties - Darlington

    45 Duke Street,Darlington, DL3 7SD
    Average 4.7/5 Stars

    (300 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    12th Mar 2026 (6 days ago)
    Very nice service excellent team thank you everyone of team... Read more
  15. Anthony Jones Properties Logo

    Anthony Jones Properties

    2 Union Square, Darlington, DL1 1GL
    Average 5.0/5 Stars

    (175 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    2nd Feb 2026 (6 weeks ago)
    Cannot fault the service by Anthony Jones! From the first visit with Tony, to viewings with Karen and most of all the sales progression afterwards with Demi (who was fantastic throughout). I would highly recommend Anthony Jones to anyone looking to sell a property! Thank you all!... Read more
  16. Pattinson - Consett Logo

    Pattinson - Consett

    55 Medomsley Road, Consett, DH8 5HQ
    Average 4.6/5 Stars

    (11 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    25th Oct 2025 (21 weeks ago)
    The staff have been very helpful and have kept us up to date on every viewing... Read more
  17. JBrown - London Logo

    JBrown - London

    60 Lavender Hill, London, SW11 5RQ
    Average 4.4/5 Stars

    (27 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    9th Oct 2025 (23 weeks ago)
    ?????????? Review for Kyle Williams – JBrown Estate Agents I cannot recommend Kyle Williams from JBrown Estate Agents highly enough. After five long years of struggling to sell my flat, I had almost given up hope. It was a very complicated sale with many challenges, yet Kyle stepped in and did what no one else could. Within just a couple of weeks of taking professional photos and launching the property, he secured a strong offer and moved the process forward with impressive efficiency. Kyle is outstanding at what he does — not only professional and highly skilled, but also genuine, reliable, and honest. His communication was exceptional from day one. He was always available, kept me fully informed, and handled every obstacle with calm confidence and expertise. Most importantly, I felt I could truly trust him throughout the entire journey — and that is rare to find in this industry. He didn’t just sell my flat — he went above and beyond to make it happen, and I will always be grateful. If you’re looking for an estate agent who delivers results, works with integrity, and actually cares about his clients, Kyle is the one you want by your side.... Read more
  18. Ryan James Estate Agents - Bishop Auckland Logo

    Ryan James Estate Agents - Bishop Auckland

    136 Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7EH
    Average 4.8/5 Stars

    (174 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    18th Feb 2026 (28 days ago)
    From my very first meeting with Ryan, it was clear he has genuine passion and exceptional market knowledge far surpassing many competitors. His tailored approach and expert advice gave us real confidence, and the results speak for themselves: we sold for over the asking price within just three weeks.<br><br>The marketing was outstanding. The professional photography and property description truly showcased our home at its best. Every viewing was personally conducted by Ryan, which demonstrated his commitment and ensured buyers received expert insight into the property.<br><br>Lauren was fantastic with communication, organised back-to-back viewings strategically, and negotiated brilliantly to secure the best possible deal. Gill then guided us smoothly through to completion, keeping everyone informed and protecting our interests when challenges arose.<br><br>Ryan James Estate Agents were worth every penny and delivered exactly what they promised. I highly recommend them.... Read more
  19. My Property Box - Darlington Logo

    My Property Box - Darlington

    Alton House 27-31 Grange Road, Darlington, Durham, DL1 5NA
    Average 4.2/5 Stars

    (5 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    11th Sep 2025 (6 mo. ago)
    I would like to say a special shout out to Chris Joyce from lettings, he has shown great professionalism and excellence. He managed to let one of my rooms out in August 2025 and look forward to the next room being let very soon!!... Read more
  20. House Sales Direct Logo

    House Sales Direct

    Office 5, Cassidy House, Station Road, Chester, CH1 3DW
    Average 4.6/5 Stars

    (16 reviews)

    Average 1/5 Stars
    15th Jul 2025 (8 mo. ago)
    Overpromised, Underperformed and Untrustworthy – My Costly Mistake with HSD I initially listed my property with PurpleBricks in March 2025 for £535,000. After limited viewings over a three-month period, I began exploring other options and submitted an enquiry to WeBuyAnyHouse. They quickly came back with an offer of £460,000—roughly 14% below asking—claiming it would allow for a quick sale. I immediately declined, as I was not in a rush and didn’t want to take such a significant loss. Shortly after, my details were apparently passed on to House Sales Direct (HSD), seemingly a sister company, without my explicit consent. HSD came across as professional and engaging at first. They promised a 98% success rate in selling properties within 28 days, citing a strong network of pre-approved buyers and investors who could complete within 6–8 weeks. They suggested a sale price spread of £510k–£535k, assuring me they would work to get me the best price possible. It sounded promising. Based on these assurances, I decided to proceed with HSD. I withdrew my PurpleBricks listing—costing me £300—with the understanding that HSD’s investor network would accelerate the sale. But things quickly began to unravel. Despite supposedly having investors lined up, HSD said they needed to relist my property on Rightmove first. When I questioned why investors couldn’t simply view the home, the response was vague. It took nearly two weeks for them to relist, and the new asking price was £525,000. A full week passed without any communication. Then came a call recommending the price be dropped to £499,000. I was told this was “just a marketing tactic,” and that they still aimed to get me a sale within the original £510k–£535k range. But I struggled to understand how listing a property nearly £40,000 lower would achieve that. I asked again about the investors. They finally admitted the only offer received was the same £460k I'd declined weeks earlier through WeBuyAnyHouse. This was when the red flags really began to show. Why wasn’t I told this upfront? Why present an optimistic price range if their investor offer was fixed at £460k from the beginning? Why was I encouraged to pull the property from PurpleBricks if they intended to rely on the open market anyway? I could have just reduced the price there and avoided unnecessary costs and delays. Doing more research online, I found stories from others with eerily similar experiences. It appeared HSD’s real model was to attract sellers with high expectations and then drop the price, relying on open-market tactics to force a quick sale. Despite claiming not to charge commission, they would never clearly explain how they made their money. It seems they may be negotiating higher prices with buyers while offering sellers less—profiting off the gap. No transparency, no trust. Meanwhile, they knew I was paying a high mortgage on an empty property. It became clear they were hoping I’d become desperate enough to accept the same low £460k offer I had already rejected twice. In the four weeks my property was listed with them, only four viewings were arranged. Two were no-shows. Of the remaining two, one viewer stayed for just five minutes—asked no questions and didn’t even view all the rooms. It felt performative, not serious. As expected, neither viewer submitted an offer, despite supposedly being “pre-qualified and keen.” Eventually, I told HSD I wanted to withdraw the property. That’s when I was informed—shockingly—that I had unknowingly signed up for a 52-week contract, and I’d need to pay £1,500 to exit, or £999 if paid within 7 days. I wrote to them, acknowledged that they had done some work, and offered a reasonable £699 exit fee, explaining I needed to rent the home out due to financial strain. They refused and insisted on full payment. I paid the £999 immediately—but it still took a full week and several chasers before they finally removed the property from Rightmove. By the end of the ordeal, it was clear I was no longer a priority for them. In summary: Do I regret choosing HSD? Absolutely. Would I recommend them to someone looking for a fair, transparent, and professional house sale experience? No. If your only goal is to sell quickly and you don’t care about value, they might work for you. But if you want to sell your home at a decent price with a partner you can trust, I strongly advise staying away from HSD.... Read more
  21. Brunton Residential - Hexham Logo

    Brunton Residential - Hexham

    3 Beaumont St, Hexham, NE46 3LZ
    Average 5.0/5 Stars

    (32 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    15th Feb 2026 (4 weeks ago)
    We were very impressed with Brunton Residential. After having difficulty selling our property we transferred to Brunton and things got moving quickly. Charlotte was very chatty, friendly and professional and was accurate with her valuation and we had an offer very quickly. The What’s App kept us informed of the process and we were very impressed with Louise in sales progression. She kept in touch regularly and was so supportive and proactive. We were impressed all round with Brunton and would definitely recommend.... Read more
  22. Moovd - Durham Logo

    Moovd - Durham

    Carter House, Pelaw Leazes Ln, Durham, DH1 1TB
    Average 4.9/5 Stars

    (71 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    17th Nov 2025 (17 weeks ago)
    The support from Grant was amazing! His timely advise and pro-active approach made every step of the journey worth it all. Keep up the good work.... Read more
  23. Fine & Country - North Yorkshire & Durham Logo

    Fine & Country - North Yorkshire & Durham

    14 Duke Street, Darlington, DL3 7AA
    Average null/5 Stars
  24. Estates - Darlington Logo

    Estates - Darlington

    2 Union Square, Darlington DL1 1GL, DL1 1GL
    Average 4.9/5 Stars

    (76 reviews)

    Average 5/5 Stars
    15th Feb 2026 (4 weeks ago)
    The team were very helpful. Nothing was too much. Very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend to others.... Read more
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  1. Anthony Jones Properties

    5 / 5
  2. Brunton Residential - Hexham

    5 / 5
  3. Estates - Darlington

    5 / 5
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