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Lock And Key Estate Agents

4.2/5, 20 Reviews
80% Recommended

93% sales valuation accuracy

94% sales fee satisfaction

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A Warm welcome to Lock and Key estate agents in Melksham Lock & Key independent estate agents was founded in 2006, by CEO Nigel Fitzgerald and is Melksham\'s leading independent Estate Agent, specialising in residential sales, land and new homes. I decided to create a revolutionary estate agency business, starti
ng from scratch, avoiding all the legacy issues of a traditional estate agency business; it was time to develop a brand new service around the needs of busy people in the 21st century, without compromising on the dedication to customer care and service that people expected. Using the latest developments in technology, I soon realised there was a more convenient way for our customers to interact with us without losing the human touch. That is why at Lock & Key we staff our business with the brightest people in the industry and empower our \'local property experts\', to put the needs of our customers first. By building our business on the quality of service in the most reliable way possible, we are changing people\'s property habits with the wonderful convenience of being able to get the service you should expect, when you want it.
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1 Star Review

By : 'Mark'
Services : Sales(As a Buyer)
Sold price : £155500
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : SN12

Oct 30, 2017
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I can't say that I would recommend this agent, my first issue came when I was viewing, I looked at 2 properties in the morning and that afternoon called to make an offer to be told that the property had been sold that I wanted to offer on, before looking to get any feedback from myself or seeing if I would like to offer more. I did agree on a different property, and on a second viewing arranged, the viewing lady did not turn up, after 15 minutes of waiting outside I called the office where she answered and told me she thought the viewing was at 10:30am not 10am, after checking the diary she confirmed it was in there for 10am. Between making the offer and completion I was not contacted or updated once on the progress On the day of completion they left me a message to state I could collect the keys and to call to when I would be over, I called back an hour later and there was no answer, I drove over from Swindon to get to the office and find the sign saying Open, the A boards outside, the lights on but the door locked, I stood outside for an hour waiting, after an hour (I know this as I had to get a new parking ticket) they came back telling me that they had 2 staff off sick and they were all out doing viewing, this I understand, what annoyed me was no message on the door stating when they would be shut or a phone message telling me not to come between certain times. One positive was that when I got to the property and found it still to be full of furniture that they did get hold of the vendor and solicitors stating that it was not acceptable, and gave me the contact details of the vendor from which I have been able to arrange getting some money towards clearing the property. Overall my feeling are that it was not a great experience

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Lock And Key Estate Agents
5 Church StreetMelksham, Wiltshire
SN12 6LS
01225 707 342

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By : 'Chris'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

May 29, 2024
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We were very impressed with Lock & Key from start to finish. Nigel's sales video was excellent and Julie showed great perseverance and enthusiasm during a large number of viewings on the house. They offered sound guidance at key times and the negotiation and liaison was conducted very ... Read Full Review

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By : 'Chris'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £450000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : BA14

Feb 7, 2024
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I was truly impressed with Lock & Key, they did exactly what I asked of them, and nothing was too much trouble. Nigel understood the need for speed, and found buyers so quickly, within days. Julie was great, keeping the communication going in all directions, keeping everyone on board and took ... Read Full Review

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By : nigel fitzgerald

Feb 7, 2024

Thank you Christine for your kind words of Lock and Key, you were a pleasure to work with, made easier with your kind patience and good humour. Best of luck and warm wishes, Nigel &...


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By : 'Vanessa'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Mar 17, 2022
People found this helpful0

Simply superb service from Nigel and the team. Within the space of a week of marketing our property, they had organised multiple viewings and presented numerous offers to us - all exceeding our expectations. We loved the way Nigel created a video tour of our house, and the support provided to us by ... Read Full Review

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By : 'John'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : BB2

Dec 6, 2021
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I've been with lock and key for over a year couldn't ask for better landlords if anything needs doing the jobs are done straight away nothing is to much to ask for and Doreen is such a lovely lady I would recommend lock and key to any family ... Read Full Review

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5 Star Review

By : 'Lauren'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Rent PCM : £480
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : BB6

Nov 17, 2021
People found this helpful0

I've been with lock an key almost 4 year... they are fantastic... anything you need doing they do... as fast as they can... I deal with Dee the most she's really friendly an is easy to talk to.. she even gone out her way to help me with a personal matter... I'd really recommend ... Read Full Review

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Nigel

By : 'Stacy'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £360000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

May 18, 2021
People found this helpful0

As far as we are concerned Lock & Key are simply the best, We needed to sell quick and they sold quick without any compromise on price, professionalism or marketing, the video tour provided was so impressive, If it wasn't for Lock & Key we wouldn't have been able to act so quick ... Read Full Review

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Julie

By : 'Fran'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Apr 26, 2021
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“A HUGE thank you Lock & Key estate agents in Melksham! We have received a first-class service that is truly impressive, a highly motivated and knowledgeable team, always professional, and friendly. We would like to express our greatest appreciation to both Nigel and Julie for ... Read Full Review

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By : 'Clive'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( Prospective Vendor/Buyer )
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : SN12

Apr 25, 2021
People found this helpful1

A very short call to enquire about a property for sale was answered by Nigel and handled very poorly indeed. A very rude and abrupt individual who's approach to a busy situation was handled with aggression and threats. I would not use this estate agent and I will be in touch with the owners of ... Read Full Review

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By : Nigel Fitzgerald

Apr 26, 2021

We do not accept this and neither do our clients who backed our decision. Unfortunately for us this gentleman tried to get access to a property which we politely said could not happen on that said...


Nigel is a lovely chap who ...

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By : 'Michael'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £350000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Apr 11, 2021
People found this helpful0

Nigel is a lovely chap who 'knows his onions' - the video he produced was not full of jargon and his passion came through via the enthusiastic narration. His pricing advice was also spot on and we secured a full asking price offer within 24hrs of going live on the web - what more can you ... Read Full Review

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By : Nigel Fitzgerald

Apr 12, 2021

Dear Michael. Thank you for your lovely words. It means a lot to us all knowing we have delighted clients, and we love it more when our clients feel part of something positive. It made it so much...


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By : 'Melanie'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £181000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Mar 6, 2021
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Lock & Key, Melksham have been fantastic. I’ve had exceptional service on the sale of my house taking into account the difficult time with viewings taking place during lockdown, nothing was too much trouble. Nigel has been professional and friendly and unfailingly helpful and ... Read Full Review

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By : 'A'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £185000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Mar 4, 2021
People found this helpful1

Fantastic service provided by Nigel and the team at Lock and Key In Melksham who went above and beyond in dealing with the marketing and sale of my property. Very professional business who offer sound advice and achieved a positive outcome. I’d highly recommend if you are looking to ... Read Full Review

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By : 'Mrs'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Jul 3, 2018
People found this helpful1

I instructed Lock & Key after a disappointing start in selling my house through another agent. From the get-go Nigel was exceedingly helpful, advisory and positive about selling my house and I did not hesitate in signing a contract with Lock & Key. Things moved swiftly from that point, my ... Read Full Review


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Nige

By : 'Grant'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £155000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Oct 31, 2017
People found this helpful1

We have used Lock and Key in Melksham for the past 6 years. We have rented, purchased and now sold a property with them. The service and support over the years has been outstanding. Nigel was very supportive with our house situation and has sold out property within a week of being on the market. It ... Read Full Review


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Great company always happy to help whatever you need, the support its great the sale process is surprisingly simple and the advise is professional.

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1 Star Review

By : 'Mark'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Sold price : £155500
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : SN12

Oct 30, 2017
People found this helpful0

I can't say that I would recommend this agent, my first issue came when I was viewing, I looked at 2 properties in the morning and that afternoon called to make an offer to be told that the property had been sold that I wanted to offer on, before looking to get any feedback from myself or ... Read Full Review

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By : 'Mrs'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN15

Oct 28, 2017
People found this helpful1

Dear Nigel, & team. We wanted to say what a pleasure it was selling our house through Lock & Key. Even when things went bumpy along the way when the buyers solicitors were not always helpful, we had you guys backing us all the way and were always at hand to ease the sale through. We would ... Read Full Review


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Good

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By : 'OJGee'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Oct 25, 2017
People found this helpful1

Dear Nigel & Team, Just a quick note to say thank you for making the whole sale & purchase process so easy for us. Your advice was invaluable and the team were excellent at keeping me informed of any feedback and viewing requests. I also really appreciated Mandy's help with the ... Read Full Review


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Very reasonable, no different to online only prices.

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By : 'Miranda'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN15

Oct 25, 2017
People found this helpful1

What a great service from Lock and Key, from the very beginning we were always kept informed and updated regularly. Nothing was too much trouble and they were always there to advise us through the sale of our property. We highly recommend Lock and Key to anyone looking to sell their ... Read Full Review

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By : 'Cloudnine'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £350000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : SN12

Sep 27, 2017
People found this helpful1

I was very impressed with the friendly and professional service I received from Nigel and the team at Lock and Key when selling my home. They all kept me updated throughout the process and went beyond what I expected from an agent. I would happily recommend Lock and Key to anyone who is considering ... Read Full Review

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By : 'AFuller'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Sales( Prospective Vendor/Buyer )
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : SN12

Feb 8, 2014
People found this helpful9

I had an absolutely awful experience with this estate agency firm from start to finish. *The property 'expert' was half an hour late arriving for my valuation. He then spoke at me for half an hour telling me his company was the better choice and they done 'far more' than the other agents in ... Read Full Review

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By : Lock and Ley

Oct 2, 2017

Unfortunately this is a fake review. This happens when (usually) other agents want to try and make a leading agent look bad. We can categorically assure you this a fake review and is nothing more...


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By : 'Fearless'
Branch : Melksham, 5 Church Street
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Would you recommend ? : No
Postcode : SN12

Sep 25, 2013
People found this helpful4

We were rented a property that had serious underlying damp problems, shower leakage problems and a blockage to the drains that was placed on us to get sorted. The service was slow, unprofessional and very poor with a highly deceptive level of lies. On checking out we were slapped with a bill of ... Read Full Review

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Oct 21, 2013

Although all efforts were made to help these tenants where we have them thanking us for all our efforts. As they were not easy tenants the husband had to be rerported to the police due to...


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