94% sales valuation accuracy
96% sales fee satisfaction
96% lettings valuation accuracy
91% lettings fee satisfaction
Established in 2003, Leonard Leese has gained a trusted name for independent estate agents in SE1. Our wealth of local knowledge combined with a hardworking team ensure that our customers receive the highest standards of service not forgetting to mention a warm welcome!
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Established in 2003, Leonard Leese has gained a trusted name for independent estate agents in SE1. Our wealth of local knowledge combined with a hardworking team ensure that our customers receive the highest standards of service not forgetting to mention a warm welcome!
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20th May 2024
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17th May 2024
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17th May 2024
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15th Nov 2023
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13th Nov 2023
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19th Oct 2023
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Performance Statistics
| Services | Valuation | Fees | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 94% | 96% | £65,000 | £550,000 |
| Lettings | 96% | 91% | £315 | £3,667 |
Review statistics
| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 | 2 | 321 | 20 | 54 | 1 | 70 | 2 | 27 | 7 |
Areas covered
- SE1
- SE11
- SE16
- SE17
- E1
- EC
- WC
Address
230 Borough High Street
Southwark,London
Greater London
SE1 1JX
020 7015 1360, 020 7015 1369
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Services offered
- Sales
- Lettings
- Block Management
- Surveys
- Conveyancing
- Mortgage Advice
- Home Builder
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Aug 25,2018
Aug 25,2018
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We contacted Jordan regarding the letting of our flat in SE1.
He came to see us the same day and arranged for a photographer to visit two days later. Two days after that we had a brochure agreed and two days after that we had ...
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At least as competitive as any other agent we considered.
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Aug 24,2018
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The team at the Borough were very helpful and friendly. They are very professional in dealing & resolving all manners of queries promptly & efficiently....
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Aug 22,2018
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I recently had experience with Dom while looking for a 2 bed property and found a perfect place thanks to him. Dom was extremely accessible throughout the whole process and would be free to talk to if you had concerns throughout the whole process.
Sadly due ...
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I have no complaints with the fees as they are about average for other properties
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Aug 22,2018
Aug 22,2018
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Excellent service provided by the Company as before. Jordan Thompson and all members of his staff in the lettings department and property management have given us extremely prompt and efficient service all the time. This includes finding suitable tenants, providing effective communications with us all ...
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Aug 21,2018
Aug 21,2018
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The service was extremely professional at all times (after a few bad experiences this was welcome). Mr Thompson was never pushy and we felt a real effort was made to find a property that matched our requirements. Thanks!...
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Overall happy, especially considering the level of service and other fees in the area
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Aug 18,2018
Aug 18,2018
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Leonard Lease is an established estate agent who is highly respected in the industry and with whom I have worked as a landlord for many years. Two weeks ago Dominic Ogun arranged a multi viewing and within three days of taking on my flat, several ...
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Agents fees very fair and I am happy.
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Aug 16,2018
Aug 16,2018
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My experience of Leonard Leese over a number of years has always been great, their communication has been exemplary, having previous struggles with other agents. Their maintenance of my property has always been fast and efficient and at very competitive rates.
Simply to say they ...
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Very fair agents fees and maintenance.
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Aug 16,2018
Aug 16,2018
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Have been working with Jordan for over 5 years and I value his friendly professionalism and customer care. Under his guidance, our property has always been let promptly with good tenants....
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Fair
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Aug 16,2018
Aug 16,2018
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Jordan is that rare thing - an agent you can trust. We have used this agency for two rental properties over the past 10 years or more. They are smart and efficient without being pushy or aggressive and have almost always ensured no void periods on ...
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Fair
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Aug 15,2018
Aug 15,2018
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Have used LL for over a decade for letting and managing a couple of flats. Organised, responsive and sensible. Jordan is very knowledgeable and Jade has been very helpful and is a new addition to the team I work with. No hesitation in recommending LL....
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Aug 15,2018
Aug 15,2018
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Jordan and the team at the Borough are absolutely brilliant. They are extremely professional in dealing & resolving all manners of queries promptly & efficiently . They have been overseeing our rental property on a constant basis, advertising & vetting tenants with complete accuracy. We are fully confident with ...
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Aug 15,2018
Aug 15,2018
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I highly recommend Leonard Leese!
As a student and and international individual, Toby made the flat hunting process quick and easy. He is efficient in his work and very informative. I was not able to see the flat until move in day and everything was ...
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Good, reasonable fee and well worth it.
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Aug 15,2018
Aug 15,2018
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Toby was very efficient and informative and kept us up to date. We were really happy with the service we received. Definitely recommend!...
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Fine
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Aug 15,2018
Aug 15,2018
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Really helpful service. Staff were warm and friendly, they helped make my move to peckham as pain free as possible!...
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Aug 14,2018
Aug 14,2018
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Dom was very helpful in getting this letting sorted. He was always available to talk despite me often contacting him out of office hours. The whole process was smooth and easy and I would definitely recommend Leonard leese to a friend....
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The fees are quite high but you get a good service which continues into the tenancy.
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Aug 13,2018
Aug 13,2018
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Victoria has been very helpful, understanding and mindful of my situation and circumstances as a Landlord, I have been grateful for her professionalism, common sense, advice and interventions on my behalf.
She's should be considered a great asset to Leonard Leese....
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Agent fees always seem a burden and high. The question is are they good value? Leonard Leese handle things for me in a professional and timely manner so its saves me time, hassle and energy.
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Aug 11,2018
Aug 11,2018
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We found Dominic being quick to get back to us with updates and reachable at all times.
Dominic was friendly and understanding and helped us get our dream apartment....
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Aug 09,2018
Aug 09,2018
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Dominic was always helpful and efficient. He dealt with my request for assistance in a timely manner. He was quick to respond to my emails. Overall a good letting agent with good communication skills....
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Aug 09,2018
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Dominic was helpful and communicative throughout the process of signing for the flat. He also did a good job of getting our requests through with the landlord during the negotiation process....
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Aug 09,2018
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Dominic managed the letting for my property listed below. He worked tirelessly to ensure we found suitable tennants to replace the outgoing ones without any gap whilst managing to ensure an increase in the rent from the previous year....
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The Agent’s fees were satisfactory
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Aug 06,2018
Aug 06,2018
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We felt in very good hands with Ricky! He was very friendly, super responsive and got us into our dream flat without any hassle! I would work with Ricky again anytime!...
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average like in the rest of London
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Aug 05,2018
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Dominic is a great agent - always being fast and prompt to reply our enquires and deal with our problems. Recommend!...
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Jul 31,2018
Jul 31,2018
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We've been dealing with Toby regarding the rent of our flat, he's been always nice and honest with us without subtitles, very appreciated! But VICTORIA is absolutely a Star, always helpful, and with quick responses!...
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The fees are not cheap, but overall compared to other agencies are really good!
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Jul 30,2018
Jul 30,2018
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Victoria was always really fast to reply to emails, thorough in her work and efficient. My positive experience with Leonard Leese is majoritarily attributed to her....
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Jul 27,2018
Jul 27,2018
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I have dealt with many agents spanning the major London based and National brands and Toby is by far the best. He is dynamic, professional, infinitely helpful and friendly. You just can't help but love the guy on a personal and business level....
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Good and structured to reward loyalty.
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Jul 27,2018
Jul 27,2018
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Our company has worked with Dominic Ogun at Leonard Leese
for a long time. He is very efficient , finds tenants very quickly,
and also get a very good rental income for us. It is a pleasure to work with Dominic....
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Very Good
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Jul 27,2018
Jul 27,2018
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We just bought a Property in Bermondsey. From the beginning, Dominic Ogun had a cordial, easy-going and at the same time very efficient way to deal with the selling process. He was always understanding and willing to find a solution for us. Excellent agent, I ...
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We found the fees acceptable.
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Jul 25,2018
Jul 25,2018
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Dominic showed us round a couple of properties and was really friendly both times. He helped out when we decided to make an offer and kept us in the look with any updates. The process was overall very smooth and Dominic was very nice....
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Jul 25,2018
Jul 25,2018
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Recently dealt with Dom to find a new flat in the SE1 area. He was responsive to emails and helpfully arranged separate viewings for me and my flatmate at times which suited us. Once our offer was accepted he liaised dealt with the landlord on ...
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Jul 05,2018
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I was recently looking for a 2 bed flat to rent in central London. I registered with 15 agents. Ricky was by far the most considered and on the ball (excuse the football pun as we play the quarter final this Saturday!) - he clearly manages his ...
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Standard and negotiable
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Landlord Fees
Let only service
9.6% (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Tenant find only service, equal to 8% + vat.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:31 PM by C SandersFull Management Service
18% (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Tenant find and management service equal to 15% + vat
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:31 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
12% (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Tenant find and rent collection service equal to 10% + vat
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:31 PM by C Sanders - ManagerTenancy Agreement
£180 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Drawing up of tenancy agreement.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:31 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
£120 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Arranging of gas certificate for the property.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:34 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
£144 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Arranging an Energy Performance Certificate.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:38 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
£120 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Register the deposit with The Deposit Protection Scheme or Flatfair Zero Deposit Scheme.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:38 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
£90 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Inspection of the property and report provided.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:38 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
£120 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Arrangement of Legionnaires Certificate.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:40 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
£270 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Full property inventory for a one bedroom property. This will increase by £10.00 for each additional bedroom.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:41 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
£60 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Arrange a check out at the end of the tenancy.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:56 PM by C Sanders - ManagerChange of Sharer
£300 (inc. VAT), Pay Upfront (Fees are not negotiable)Let only service only - Where there is a change of tenant during a tenancy, the landlord will pay to the agent a fee of £250.00 + vat in order to facilitate the change of tenant.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:43 PM by C Sanders - ManagerVendor Fees
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2% (inc. VAT), On Completion (Fees are not negotiable)Selling your property through Leonard Leese. A fee of 2% will be due upon completion of the sale.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 1:04 PM by C Sanders - ManagerTenant Fees
Holding Deposit (per tenancy)
One weeks holding deposit is taken to secure the tenancy and will be deducted from the overall move in monies.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:32 PM by C Sanders - ManagerChange of Sharer
Replacement of tenant - A charge of £50.00 (incl of vat) will be due per tenant that is replaced during the tenancy. If there are any further costs incurred by the agent in order to facilitate the change of tenant, these costs will be provided to the tenant and invoices provided to confirm such costs.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:32 PM by C Sanders - ManagerPending
Where a tenant or tenants break their fixed term agreement, costs incurred by the landlord to re-let the property will be chargeable to the tenants, this will include payment of fees the landlord has paid to Leonard Leese to let the property.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:33 PM by C Sanders - ManagerLost Keys
Tenants are to pay for replacement keys, fobs or security keys for their property if they are lost or stolen during the tenancy. this also includes mailbox, bicycle sheds, refuse cupboards and car parking.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:32 PM by C Sanders - ManagerTenancy Deposit
Tenants are to pay a deposit of five weeks rent where the annual rent is under £50,000.00.
If the annual rent exceeds £50,000.00 a maximum deposit of six weeks rent will be due.
Default Rent Payment
If a tenant/tenants default on their rent payment, interest charges of 3% above the Bank of England base rate in interest on the late payment of rent will be due from the date the payment is missed.
Last updated on 04/06/2019, 12:32 PM by C Sanders - ManagerKindly 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.
Complaints Procedure
No procedure set.
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