100% sales valuation accuracy
99% sales fee satisfaction
95% lettings valuation accuracy
97% lettings fee satisfaction
Gallant Richardson is an independent, partner-led estate agency, specialising in both residential lettings and sales in the Colchester and North Essex area. We're not part of a large corporate chain. We opened our town-centre office in 1993. Since then, we've established our reputation by providing expert, personal advice on the local ...
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Gallant Richardson is an independent, partner-led estate agency, specialising in both residential lettings and sales in the Colchester and North Essex area. We're not part of a large corporate chain. We opened our town-centre office in 1993. Since then, we've established our reputation by providing expert, personal advice on the local sales and lettings market and by following the very best working practices.
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31st Oct 2024
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30th Oct 2024
reviewed by 'Tim Strugnell'
1st Oct 2024
reviewed by 'Matt'
13th Sep 2024
reviewed by 'Corrina'
29th Jul 2024
reviewed by 'Alan'
Performance Statistics
| Services | Valuation | Fees | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 100% | 99% | £31,500 | £2,600,000 |
| Lettings | 95% | 97% | £380 | £1,350 |
Review statistics
| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 2 | 93 | 9 | 86 | 0 | 44 | 4 | 9 | 3 |
Areas covered
- CO1
- Colchester
- CO2
- North Essex
- CO3
- CO4
- CO5
- CO6
- CO7
- CO8
- CO9
- CO11
Address
5 Culver Street West
Colchester
Essex
CO1 1JG
01206 548222
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Services offered
- Sales
- Lettings
- Block Management
- Surveys
- Conveyancing
- Mortgage Advice
- Home Builder
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Aug 22,2021
Aug 22,2021
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I have been with GR for a number of years and their service has always been excellent. In particular their regular property inspections which proactively alert me to any issues which need addressing is very good both for myself and my tenants. The team are ...
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Aug 21,2021
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I am pleased to have the chance to praise the performance of Gallant Richardson. They have managed on my behalf a portfolio of 7 properties over the past 20 years. Not only have void periods been non existent but they have handled crises such as a ceiling ...
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Aug 21,2021
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The team at Gallant and Richardson have been consistently diligent and reliable in the thirteen years they have managed a property for me....
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Thank for your kind review Hilary. It has been a pleasure to help. ...
Aug 21,2021
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I have used ‘Gallant Richardson’ since May 2005 and during that time I have found that they are a first-rate letting agent. The tenant occupancy level has always been high during that period. The staff are diligent and dedicated as well as being well informed and ...
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Aug 21,2021
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GR staff are always efficient and helpful. They have found and processed tenants quickly. Maintenance team acts quickly whenever there are reports of a problem...
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Thank you for your kind review Debbie. It is a pleasure to help. ...
Aug 20,2021
Aug 20,2021
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20 years of letting my property with Gallant Richardson and having just moved back in, the house is perfect and looking back, 20 years of superb management. Absolutely 5 star plus......
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Aug 23, 2021
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Thank you for your kind review Frank. We hope you will be very happy living back in Colchester. ...
Aug 20,2021
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A joy to work with, Gallant Richardson combine personal service with complete professionalism. Thank you for all your hard work. RG...
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Jun 24,2021
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Best Estate Agent in Colchester
They are the best not because they sold my house but more how they did it.
All the time polite, patient, helpful, not pushy, supportive, reassuring. After I sold my house, Craig still helped me, advice about my purchase....
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Thank you Philippe for your very kind review. I am pleased we were able to meet and exceed your expectations. It was a pleasure to work with you and wish you the very best for your next move and thank you for choosing Gallant Richardson. ...
Jun 24,2021
Jun 24,2021
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Wise, careful advice, good attention to detail - and perseverance as and when required. They understand the market and have a pragmatic view of what's happening - useful in these turbulent housing times....
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Thank you Richard, much appreciated comments, I'll make sure everyone involved sees them. We were very pleased to get it through for you. ...
Jun 23,2021
Jun 23,2021
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We rented a property through Gallant Richardson and from the off their service was quick, efficient and simple. When issues arose, such as the need for a new washing machine, Ross and the team were quick to respond and provide a solution. We bought a ...
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Jun 22,2021
Jun 22,2021
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Really Good. We have used Gallant Richardson in the past as buyers and recently as sellers. Helpful advice. Excellent service, really supportive. Would use them again....
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Jun 17,2021
Jun 17,2021
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Had a very positive experience renting a property with Gallant Richardson. They are a very professional and helpful team. Any queries or problems were dealt with efficiently and promptly. Would definitely recommend....
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Jun 18, 2021
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Thank you for your kind review and being such good tenants. All the best in your new home. ...
Jun 07,2021
Jun 07,2021
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To be honest five stars is not enough with the help they have given me. If they say they will do something , believe me they will do it , I simply can't fault Andy and Craig at the Colchester branch for professionalism, patience and attention to ...
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Thank you for your kind review. Andy and Craig will appreciate it. I know they work very hard to help people in what is a very stressful time. All the best in your new home. ...
May 28,2021
May 28,2021
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This is ridiculous!
After reading all the good reviews for their excellent service, I decided to call them and book a viewing. I was rejected and asked for a guarantor earning more than £24,000, otherwise I need to pay 12 months in advance for a property under £700...
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May 28, 2021
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Sorry you are not happy with what you have been told.
Like most letting agents we use a professional referencing agency to reference prospective tenants. They have a minimum requirement which is in place to make sure somebody can afford the rent. This is no different than applying for any form of credit. We do not set their criteria, but we are bound by it. This will be the same for most agencies you go to. If somebody does not meet the criteria, then a guarantor is an option but of course any ...
May 21,2021
May 21,2021
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Our experience with Gallant Richardson was excellent. Craig was great throughout the whole process, the customer service and communication we received was brilliant and I would recommend that if you are looking for a great service contact them! We will definitely be using Gallant Richardson ...
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May 24, 2021
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Thank you for your kind review Luke. I will let Craig know. All the best in your new home. ...
May 18,2021
May 18,2021
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Andy and Craig were the 2 guys I dealt with, both of them were spot on anytime I spoke with them. Highly recommend Gallant Richardson and will be using them when I come to sell the property at some point....
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May 11,2021
May 11,2021
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Professional, efficient, friendly and helpful (unlike a newer estate agency who we sold through). We couldn't have asked for more from an Estate Agent. Craig was always responsive, informative, polite and is an asset to the company. Highly recommended. Will definitely use again....
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May 11, 2021
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May 11,2021
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Gallant Richardson, with special mention to Jo - have been super responsive, helpful and accommodating with any questions or issues that have arisen in my tenancy process....
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Thank you Imogen. I will pass on kind comments on to Joanne. I hope you are very happy in your new home. ...
May 11,2021
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Professional and caring staff who go above and beyond to get the job done. I have been a tenant with them for 19 years....
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May 10,2021
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We have found Joanne, with whom we have been liaising regarding our rental which we are soon to move into, to be very kind and professional, and this has made a potentially stressful transition feel very well managed and calm....
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Thank you for your kind review Natasha. We hope you are very happy in your new home. ...
May 04,2021
May 04,2021
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A relatively straight forward sale, kept well informed and didn't have to chase. Agent liaised with solicitors and buyers to ensure a timely completion....
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May 02,2021
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I rented a flat through Gallant Richardson and found them to be very efficient, friendly and helpful. The flat was in good order, nicely decorated and all appliances worked well. When I experienced a minor plumbing leak due to a loose connection, Gallant Richardson immediately ...
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May 01,2021
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We would really like to give our thanks and appreciation to Craig Tarbet at Gallant & Richardson. After 5 months of endurance patience and persistence during Covid and lockdown we've finally exchanged and completed on our sale. Craig kept us informed and updated at every stage of ...
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Apr 30,2021
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I received first class polite service from Gallant Richardson from the moment of viewing the property through to collecting the keys - Mr Craig Tarbet was the gentleman looking after me, and he kept me up to date on how things were progressing with the ...
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Apr 23,2021
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The staff at Gallant and Richardson are a great team. They are polite, understanding and very helpful. I have heard horror stories about other letting agencies but I can honestly say I do not have one bad word to say about them. I would defiantly ...
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Apr 22,2021
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Very efficient and at all times courteous. All members of this agency showed consideration of our difficulties and we soon developed a satisfactory relationship that gave us confidence in our future and reinforced the correctness of our decision to move into rental accommodation....
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Thank you for your kind review. It has been our pleasure to help and very nice to meet you both. ...
Apr 12,2021
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Superb service from Gallant Richardson in the sale of our mother's property. Thoroughly professional and kept us engaged throughout. It could not have gone more smoothly. In particular we'd like to call out Andy Wade and Craig Tarbet but thanks to all of the team ...
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Thank you Nick for your kind review. I will let Andy & Craig know. Pleased we could help you. ...
Apr 01,2021
Apr 01,2021
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Excellent communication from all the agents especially Craig, who was so helpful throughout our time selling our property with Gallant Richardson....
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Apr 01, 2021
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Apr 01,2021
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Lovely people and very supportive with a good vibe and lots of patience during this process. Would recommend Andy and Craig for their services. Thank you for everything:-)...
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Apr 06, 2021
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Mar 24,2021
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Rented a property through them & I had a very good experience. They were very friendly & helpful right from the start. They were very prompt in responding to any questions or problems, always quick to liaise with the landlord & myself. Very transparent in all dealings & they ...
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Thank you for your kind review. I will let Rebecca know. Glad we were able to help. All the best in your new home. ...
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