97% sales valuation accuracy
99% sales fee satisfaction
93% lettings valuation accuracy
97% lettings fee satisfaction
We have been a part of Bracknell since 1987 and are the area's longest established independent estate agent - specialising in residential sales and lettings. We are tremendously proud of our independence and over the years we have built up an enviable reputation for providing a highly professional and friendly service ...
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We have been a part of Bracknell since 1987 and are the area's longest established independent estate agent - specialising in residential sales and lettings. We are tremendously proud of our independence and over the years we have built up an enviable reputation for providing a highly professional and friendly service delivered by a dedicated and long standing team. We are a company with strong traditional values, and we combine this with a progressive vision by using the latest technology to ensure each home we are marketing receives the maximum exposure.
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Performance Statistics
| Services | Valuation | Fees | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
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| Sales | 97% | 99% | £33,800 | £30,000,000 |
| Lettings | 93% | 97% | £700 | £5,000 |
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| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
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| 60 | 2 | 100 | 8 | 166 | 1 | 135 | 4 | 15 | 1 |
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- Block Management
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Aug 20,2018
Aug 20,2018
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All staff were very accommodating
at the letting department. Felt respect and given enough information for me to make the right choice. Friendly .Very happy with the service, excellent communication, excellent price and very efficient! Couldn't be happier with the service and definitely recommended....
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Aug 10,2018
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Lee is a very professional and personable Estate Agent. Both our viewings with him were really relaxed and we didn't feel pressured to hurry. Property brochure is a nice touch. Service is above and beyond expectations...
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Aug 06,2018
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I'm actually still a week away from completion but feel compelled to write this so others can make an informed choice about DY. I live about 5 mins from their office and they do have a local catchment area in which they feature heavily in my ...
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Fee conversation is another area of debate as they provided me with a contract without discussion and then called to discuss fees mid process by this time the offer was accepted and my hands tied.
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Thank you for taking the time to come to our office to discuss this review. It was good to meet with you & have the opportunity to go through the points you had raised. I hope you also found the meeting useful & are able to appreciate the work that Lucy in particular put in. Hopefully you have all settled into your new home & we wish you every happiness for the future. ...
Aug 02,2018
Aug 02,2018
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I have bought and sold with Duncan Yeardley in the past and so they really were my only choice and they didn't disappoint. The whole team are professional and extremely friendly and make the selling experience very easy. They are fair and honest and you ...
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Good value.
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Jul 27,2018
Jul 27,2018
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The service provided by Duncan Yeardley was highly professional and courteous. The viewing were always
at convenient times and mostly on Saturdays which made
It easier. Feedback was accurate and usually on the Monday following weekend viewings.
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Excellent fee especially with the introductory offer for the first 12 weeks
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Jul 09,2018
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Judy was nothing short of superb. She really took care of my preferences when looking for a house to buy. I received a professional, honest, reliable, supportive and friendly service. I would recommend Judy to anyone wishing to buy a house in Bracknell. I am ...
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Aug 01, 2018
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The team at Duncan Yardley have been superb and very helpful.
Special thanks to Judy.
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Jun 19,2018
Jun 19,2018
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We used Duncan Yeardley, six years ago when Jane was still there. The experience we had made the decision to use them again very easy. The process this time from start to finish was first class, thanks to the amazing and friendly team.
We mainly ...
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happy with the fees
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Jun 06,2018
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My husband and I are first time renters, and we had such a wonderful experience with Duncan Yeardley, especially Pamela and Caroline!
We worked extensively with Pamela, and she made the process so smooth from start to finish!
They were so understanding and personal. It ...
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Jun 01,2018
Jun 01,2018
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A massive Thank you to all at Duncan Yeardley.. especially Lucy . Our journey on moving was very bumpy but Lucy was there every step of the way , we couldn't of managed without her .. 100% recommend Lucy and all at Duncan Yeardley..
Thanks again .. Nigel and Steph...
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May 31,2018
May 31,2018
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Very pleased with the level of Support, Service and Excellent Experience having not purchased a property for over 35 years...
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May 30,2018
May 30,2018
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I would like to thank Nick, Pierce and, especially Lucy, of Duncan Yeardley for all their hard work in making my sale happen. It has been a long and reasonably complicated chain but communication has been very good throughout....
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May 24,2018
May 24,2018
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Very efficient service from Duncan Yeardley, especially Lucy and Pierce. Knowledgeable, clear in communication and very helpful! Customer service can only be topped with customer care and these guys have plenty of that. Made our first purchase special. Highly recommend!...
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May 23,2018
May 23,2018
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Duncan Yeardley provided a fast efficient service during our property search and purchase. Pierce and Lucy provided a viewing and was helpful, polite and friendly. All of the team have been quick to reply with any queries. Highly recommend using Duncan Yeardley after using them ...
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May 15,2018
May 15,2018
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Highly attentive staff and always ready to help. The team at DY are truly a credit to the organisation! Where there were challenges (as there always are) Lucy and Lee were always on hand to assist with our house purchase. They made it easy and ...
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May 14,2018
May 14,2018
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I've recently rented a house through Duncan Yardley and received a fantastic service in all aspects. Communication was quick and the whole process was made extremely easy...
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The fees were competitive compared to other agents in the area
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May 04,2018
May 04,2018
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Duncan Yeardley provided an excellent service from the start of buying a property to let to finding a tenant. Always contactable and ready to help and answer our questions, the whole team has made the experience very easy and offer a very personal yet professional ...
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Apr 21,2018
Apr 21,2018
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I can't thank Tom and all the team at Duncan Yeardley enough for helping us sell our home. Even after losing our initial buyer, Tom (along with Lee who secured our buyer) helped us to feel at ease and reassured throughout the process, chasing solicitors ...
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Very reasonable
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Apr 19,2018
Apr 19,2018
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Duncan Yeardley provided a fast efficient service during our property search and purchase. Pierce provided a viewing and was
helpful, polite and friendly. All of the team have been quick to reply
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Apr 10,2018
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Great buying experience with Duncan Yeardley! Lee was great helping us through the first initial part of viewings and offers. Lucy was also fantastic after our offer had been accepted at walking us through the process and keeping us updated along the way!...
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Apr 05,2018
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I have dealt with a good number of estate agencies and none have even come remotely close to the efficient and friendly service provided by Duncan Yeardley.
It was a pleasure dealing with several team members there and every single one has and continues to ...
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Good fees - a bit less than some others around who can't come remotely close to offering this high service standard provided by Duncan Yeardley.
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Apr 04,2018
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Lucy was fantastic, extremely helpful and made the whole moving experience much easier and stress free. Would highly recommend Duncan Yeardley to anyone!!!...
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“We were kept not simply informed on progress; she was really proactive in driving the process....”
Mar 26,2018
Mar 26,2018
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Lucy really added value from the moment she became involved in our sale. Regular communication in which it was very obvious that she was totally engaged in all aspects of the sale. It's nice to work with some who is proactive and is working on ...
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Competitive
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Mar 20,2018
Mar 20,2018
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We had an issue with a purchase involving our vendors buying a new build in winter - it slows things down if the weather is bad. Throughout this process we have been well supported and kept informed of the progress of the sale. Pierce has ...
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Mar 16,2018
Mar 16,2018
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What a fantastic service, friendly & professional.
During the 5 months this process has taken I have been kept up to date constantly and giving plenty of help & advice.
Would highly recommend Duncan Yeardley....
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Mar 07,2018
Mar 07,2018
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Superb!! Rented my apartment out verY quickly, very concisely and with no hassle. Competitive pricing with a local touch and very nice people...
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Jan 31,2018
Jan 31,2018
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Our moving experience was made considerably easier by Nick, Judy and the team. We chose Duncan Yeardley to sell our house as we had bought the property through them around 5 years ago and had a very positive experience with them then. This time when selling, ...
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Jan 31,2018
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I cannot recommend Duncan Yeardley enough for their excellent customer service. Nick and his team found me a tenant within a very quick timeframe and for the price asking price. Thank you Pamela, Caroline and Helen for your help....
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Competitive fees
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Jan 25,2018
Jan 25,2018
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Five stars! I would definitely recommend Duncan Yeardley for their excellent service and communication and marketing strategy used to find and match the right tenants for me and my property....
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Jan 23,2018
Jan 23,2018
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Excellent Agents at Start and Finish of our Tenancy, and had we needed them in between, I'm sure the fab service would have continued.
Having dealt with a lot of agents through other viewings/ rentals previously and since, I wish we were still with Duncan ...
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One of the Better fees around. We would choose to rent through DY again based on their fees, by comparison to other agents.
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Jan 20,2018
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Duncan Yeardley provided us with an excellent service, from discussing the price at which to sell our property to managing the chain of transactions. Their marketing was effective and they kept us well informed of the progress of the sale....
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The fee was competitive.
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Tenant Fees
Security Deposit
SECURITY DEPOSIT (per tenancy for rent under £50,000 per year) - EQUAL TO FIVE WEEKS RENT
This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy. This is not payable if the Nil deposit option has been selected.
Unpaid Rent
UNPAID RENT - INTEREST AT 3% ABOVE THE BANK OF ENGLAND BASE RATE
This is payable from the rent due date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please note - this will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Lost or replacement key
LOST KEY(S) AND/OR OTHER SECURITY DEVICE(S)
Tenants are liable for the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord and any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (incl VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
Holding Deposit (per tenancy)
HOLDING DEPOSIT (per tenancy) - EQUAL TO ONE WEEKS RENT (monthly rent x 12/52)
This is to reserve a property and if the tenancy proceeds, will be deducted from the first months’ rent. Please note – this will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right to Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and/or Deed of Guarantor) within 15 calendar days (or other deadline for agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Pending
£50 (inc. VAT), On CompletionVARIATION OF CONTRACT (Tenant's request) - £50 INCL VAT PER AGREED VARIATION
To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Change of Sharer
£50 (inc. VAT), On CompletionCHANGE OF SHARER (TENANTS REQUEST) - £50 INCL VAT PER REPLACEMENT TENANT OR ANY REASONABLE COSTS INCURRED IF HIGHER
To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right to Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Early Termination
EARLY TERMINATION (Tenants request)
Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, this is subject to the landlord’s agreement and the tenant shall be liable for the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
Security Deposit
SECURITY DEPOSIT (per tenancy for rent of £50,000 or over per year) – EQUAL TO SIX WEEKS RENT
This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy. This is not payable if the Nil Deposit option has been selected.
Kindly note that legally, letting agents need to publish information about their tenancy fees, government-approved redress schemes and client money protection schemes on their website and on third party websites (on which agents are listed). For properties to lease/rent in England, agents need to keep this information up to date and precise on allAgents or specify within the property description.
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Awards won by Duncan Yeardley Estate Agents
Regional Awards won by Duncan Yeardley Estate Agents
Individual Branch Awards
Bracknell, RG12
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2024
Best Letting Agent in Bracknell
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2022
Best Letting Agent in RG12
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2022
Best Letting Agent in Bracknell
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2023
Best Letting Agent in Bracknell
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2023
Best Estate Agent in Bracknell
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2023
Best Estate Agent in RG12
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2023
Best Letting Agent in RG12
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2022
Best Estate Agent in RG12
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2022
Best Estate Agent in Bracknell
