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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Considering 1,397 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, helpfulness, and responsiveness, making interactions pleasant and efficient. The service provided is frequently described as brilliant and efficient, with many appreciating the smooth and stress-free processes, especially for first-time buyers and landlords. Reviewers highlight excellent communication and quick response times, noting that their questions are always answered promptly and thoroughly. However, some people were dissatisfied with the service, describing it as a bureaucratic shambles and mentioning difficulties with contractors and slow problem resolution. There were instances of unauthorized entry into properties, prolonged periods without essential utilities like heating and hot water, and issues with deposit returns and communication.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Susan has been extremely helpful and responsive to all issues I brought up and has been able to resolve very tricky situations for me during my tenancy. Her professionalism is world class. Highly recc... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service throughout. Huge thanks to Eva, Molly, Laura and the rest of the team who answered many of our questions throughout the buying process. A really stressful process made a lot li... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We bought our first house with the help of Cal at Linley & Simpson who went above and beyond to make sure we were looked after and fully understood the process. Cal helped to guide us through the proc... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Emily and Natalie have managed my rental property for several years and have always been great to work with. They’re friendly, professional, and always quick to help whenever anything comes up. Commun... See more

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Company details

  1. Real Estate Agency
  2. Property Management Company
  3. Real Estate Agents
  4. Real Estate Rental Agency

About Linley & Simpson

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Linley & Simpson; Yorkshire at heart.

Bringing local knowledge and strong values together to put people first.

We know that the best lettings and sales relationships come from the heart, and that’s where we put you – at the centre of Yorkshire’s fast-paced property market. We’ll make your move quick and smooth, as we’ve done over 50,000 times since 1997.

Our team of over 250 staff, and the family of 21 branches, share the same mission:

Whether you’re letting, selling, renting or buying your home, we will provide a first-class service built on professionalism and trust.

By embracing innovative technology, ensuring we are at the forefront of new ideas, and investing in the skills of our people, we strive to always be the best at what we do.

Fast-paced growth doesn’t mean we sacrifice our personal touch. As we scale, we invest more in our people, making sure we continue to support charities like Martin House Children’s Hospice.

We know every corner of Yorkshire, and our brilliant team will do whatever it takes to help you find a property. That’s how it’s been since Will Linley and Nick Simpson put their heart and soul into the property business in 1997.

Linley & Simpson’s third decade in business is driven by the same strong values and local knowledge that old and new customers have loved since we opened in Horsforth and Oakwood. Having added Harrogate, Wetherby, Leeds City Centre, Wakefield, York, Ilkley, Ripon, Chapel Allerton, and more to the portfolio, our reach grows with every regional branch.

Linley & Simpson. Professional. Down to Earth. Yorkshire.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt Response

Stephen Shodia, I do appreciate your prompt response to the issue we raised.
Which was attended to under 24hrs.
I'm satisfied with the work done and the response received.

July 6, 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing from start to finish!

Amazing from start to finish! Very personable and made our first purchase easy. Hannah from the Hull office showed us round and was in constant communication - she was so lovely! Super professional and smooth process, thank you.

July 6, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely team

Lovely team, especially Paige who helped me get my offer in and answered all my questions. And Michael who showed me around the property who was very informative and patient with me and all the family that came too! Thanks all

July 3, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Liam helped out a lot during the process. Clear communication and kept in contact throughout. Great service overall!

July 3, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It’s taken me months to write this…

It’s taken me months to write this review. I’ve been so traumatised by my experience with Linley and Simpson, Ilkley branch and I will NEVER rent with them again.

They’re a bunch of entitled children who all need specialist training in client communications and just basic decency. Especially Ami Woods who made sure even my final moments of exiting the property were equally as horrendous as the rest of my time spent dealing with them. Cheers Ami. I’m not sure where your aggression comes from, but seek help.

I was treated appallingly from start to finish. Upping my rent ridiculous amounts (and then when I decided to leave, put the property on the rental market for LESS than they were trying to charge me, a long standing tenant)

They illegally entered my property without my permission and one time I came home to find a man in my house doing a gas check and was terrified. I thought I was being robbed.

They left me without heating and hot water for 10 days and I practically had to beg for a reduced rent that month. It could have been fixed much sooner, but I was waiting on a plumber who was on holiday to come back home!! Meanwhile I was having to drive my children to the other side of Leeds and back to my mother’s house so they could get a hot shower.

I’m yet to meet a fellow tenant who has positive things to say about L&S.

They deserve to be shut down. Or at the very least, treated with the same non existent respect they show others. I hate you all.

August 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lauren T was amazing

Lauren T was amazing, she was so helpful throughout and so quick at responding. The entire process was smooth and I would 100% recommend her to anyone moving.

July 1, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

It's wonderful to hear that the entire process was smooth and that you would highly recommend the service to others. We appreciate you sharing your positive experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful

Linley & Simpson are always available to help. I am particularly impressed with Lauren Turnbull. She is very friendly, helpful and efficient. She always makes sure that we are kept up to date with every step of the process. Any questions we have are always answered in a timely fashion.

June 22, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

It's wonderful to hear that our team is always available to help and that you're so impressed with the service you've received. We're delighted to know that you feel well-informed throughout the process and that your questions are always answered promptly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lauren was incredibly helpful and…

Lauren was incredibly helpful and sweet, made sure to keep us updated and helped us with any questions, we had. She had reassured us so we never felt stressed about the move-in or agreement details

June 30, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

It's wonderful to hear that our team member was so helpful and reassuring throughout your move-in process. We're glad they kept you updated and answered all your questions, making it a stress-free experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Linley and Simpson have managed my…

Linley and Simpson have managed my properties for years and they do a great job. Special shout to Emily, Zak & Natalie! Thank you!

June 30, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our team over the years. It's fantastic to know that our colleagues have provided great service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would just like to say a big thank to Ami Woods

I would just like to say a big thank you to Ami for assisting with our property work request so efficiently. Once again great communication with Linley & Simpson and especially Ami. Ami has managed to sort the request so quickly that the electrician is attending within two weeks of our request being made. Thank you again.

June 26, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

Thank you for your very kind review. We are so pleased to hear that the property work request was handled so efficiently and that the communication was great. We wish you all the best.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Make sure you never rent

Make sure you never rent with this bureaucratic shambles of a corporate entity. Dealing with problems in the house will be difficult as their contractors are inept. The staff cannot communicate as they are likely on minimum wages and simply care about their lives (as they should). Do not rent with companies like this, landlords are terrible but at least you can speak with an individual rather than a corporate entity. Never again!

June 28, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review.

We are sorry to read that you were dissatisfied with your experience. We appreciate that dealing with maintenance issues can be frustrating, particularly where repairs take longer than expected or do not meet your expectations.

We take all feedback seriously and work with both landlords and independent contractors to resolve reported issues as efficiently as possible. We are disappointed to read your comments regarding our staff, who work hard to support our customers and communicate throughout the tenancy process.

Unfortunately, as your review has been left under the name "Johnny", we have been unable to identify your tenancy or the circumstances you have referred to. We would welcome the opportunity to investigate your concerns further and ask that you contact us at feedback@linleyandsimpson.co.uk with your property address and any relevant details.

We are committed to reviewing all feedback and using it to improve our service where appropriate.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient and helpful

Efficient and helpful
Had a great experience with Kirk Marriott at the Sheffield branch. Sorted out issues with my flat and the tenant swiftly. Great service.

June 26, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

Thank you so much for the recognition for Kirk and how swiftly he sorted out the problem and kept the tenant happy!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The work was completed to a very high…

The work was completed to a very high standard. He was professional, polite, and respectful throughout the whole process. He worked neatly, paid attention to detail, and left everything clean and tidy when he finished. I’m very happy with the service and would definitely recommend him.

June 25, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are so pleased to hear that you were happy with the service and the high standard of work provided.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The work was carried out quickly and…

The work was carried out quickly and effectively.

June 24, 2026
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Reply from Linley & Simpson

We are so pleased to hear that the work was completed efficiently and effectively for you. We appreciate your positive feedback!

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