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William H Brown

Estate Agents in Wakefield
2 Wood Street
WAKEFIELD
West Yorkshire
WF1 2ED
opening times
Monday 09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:30
Thursday 09:00 - 17:30
Friday 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:00 - 14:00
Sunday Closed
1 of 2 William H Brown Estate agents in Wakefield, 2 Wood Street, WF1 2ED
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our Wakefield branch Welcome to William H Brown Wakefield, we cover the areas within the postcodes WF1, WF2, WF3, WF4, WF5, WF6, LS26 (Rothwell) with a 15 mile radius of Wakefield. Our wonderful team is led by Annette Kenworthy who has been an estate agent in Wakefield for 13 years spent with William H Brown. Annette is supported by a large team. The Mortgage Consultants within our branch are, Joe, Emma & Emma. Instructions Managers, Dominique, Louella and Lister, Imogen. Our fabulous Sales team is lead by Residential Sales Manager, Charley. Sales Negotiators Isla, Ellie & McKenzie who will guide you through the process of buying or selling your home from start to finish. Our Administrator Emily, who will work with you to prepare your property details to your satisfaction including our professional photography.

William H Brown in Wakefield have a successful Lettings team managed by Steven who will be happy to help you find the perfect rental home. Steven is supported by Damien, Freya & Ruby who will be delighted to help you find a suitable rental property or assist you if you are a landlord. Please give us a call and we will be delighted to arrange a visit to discuss selling or renting your property. We would also be delighted to arrange an appointment for you to speak to one of our advisors to discuss the latest options around securing a mortgage for you.
why choose us?
  • Mortgage Consultants available to help you with all financial aspects of buying a house.
  • We cover a radius of approximately 8 miles, therefore we are able to cover numerous areas
  • Wakefield Estate Agent William H Brown supports local charities.
  • Flexible times for property valuations.
  • Local team with local knowledge and a combined industry experience of over 30 years.
  • Currently achieving between £25-75pcm higher than average rents.
  • Working with developers and land owners, services including mortgage, Home Conveyancing, New Homes, Surveys, land development and lettings.
  • Free market appraisal available!

Wakefield market overview

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Wakefield. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£235,000 Average property value
+ 4.4% Annual price change
37 days Average time for sale agreed
sales lettings
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Wakefield?

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Wakefield. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£235,000 Average property value
+ 4.4% Annual price change
37 days Average time for sale agreed
sales lettings
Property type Average price Annual price change Average £ per sq.ft Average time
until sale agreed
1 bed flat £90,000 - 6.3% £155 45 days
2 bed flat £129,950 + 8.3% £178 58 days
2 bed house £175,000 + 2.9% £200 36 days
3 bed house £240,000 + 2.1% £227 28 days
4+ bed house £383,000 + 3.5% £247 54 days
1 bedroom flat
£90,000 Average price £155 Average
£ per sq.ft
45 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change - 6.3%
2 bedroom flat
£129,950 Average price £178 Average
£ per sq.ft
58 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change + 8.3%
2 bedroom house
£175,000 Average price £200 Average
£ per sq.ft
36 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change + 2.9%
3 bedroom house
£240,000 Average price £227 Average
£ per sq.ft
28 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change + 2.1%
4+ bedroom house
£383,000 Average price £247 Average
£ per sq.ft
54 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change + 3.5%
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Wakefield?

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Wakefield. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£875 pcm Average rent
+ 3.1% Annual rent change
sales lettings
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Wakefield?

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Wakefield. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£875 pcm Average rent
+ 3.1% Annual price change
sales lettings
Property type Average rent pcm Annual price change
1 bed flat £624 pcm + 4.0%
2 bed flat £795 pcm + 0.3%
2 bed house £850 pcm + 0.4%
3 bed house £1,098 pcm + 10.2%
4+ bed house £1,450 pcm + 3.9%
1 bedroom flat £624 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 4.0%
2 bedroom flat £795 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 0.3%
2 bedroom house £850 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 0.4%
3 bedroom house £1,098 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 10.2%
4+ bedroom house £1,450 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 3.9%
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Wakefield?
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Louisa Crook
Area Manager
The area is headed by Louisa. With years of estate agency experience Louisa manages the day-to-day running of the branches in nearby and surrounding areas of Wakefield, and closely monitors every step of the way to ensure all of our clients receive the highest level of professionalism, customer service and care at all times.
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Annette Kenworthy
Branch Manager
Wakefield is headed by Annette. With years of estate agency experience Annette manages the day-to-day running of the branch and closely monitors every sale to ensure all of our clients receive the highest level of professionalism, customer service and care at all times
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Charley Mackintosh
Residential Sales Manager
Charley is an exceptional and experienced sales person with a can do attitude with her clients interests always her prime motivation. This puts you in safe hands from start to finish of your sales or purchase experience.
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Isla Edwards
Sales Negotiator
Isla has excellent customer service skills. She is very proactive with speaking with our costumers and dealings with their properties and ensuring they receive the highest level of service.
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Mckenzie Beardsley
Negotiator
McKenzie is one of our newest excellent negotiators on our sales team. Her work ethic and determination shows how she hits the ground running and how she is consistently trying to do whatever she can to meet our clients' needs.
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Dominique Hammond
Property Sales Manager
Dominique Hammond has a fantastic local knowledge of the Wakefield area within a 15 mile radius having over 10 years experience. Dominique is supported by an experienced and proactive Sales Team. Fees starting at 0% (with Online Auctions) - don't delay give her a call and she will be delighted to visit you to discuss selling your property and how William H Brown can assist you with the sale.
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Louella Halpin
Senior Instructions Manager
Louella Halpin has worked for William H Brown for seven years and an experienced Lister who would be delighted to visit you to discuss selling your property and how William H Brown can assist you with the sale. Fees starting at 0% through our Online Auctions service. Find out more give her a call today!
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Imogen Smithson
Property Valuer
Imogen has excellent customer service skills and would be delighted to visit you to discuss selling your property and how William H Brown can assist you with the sale.
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Joe Lyon
Mortgage Services Branch Director
Joe has real passion for helping people, Joe is on hand to help buyers, sellers and investors with all of their mortgage needs, no matter how complex. Whether you are a first time buyer, looking to upsize or simply trying to find a better deal on your current home he will try to get you the best result!
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George Temple
Senior Land Manager
George has been with the company for over five years and is available to advise of all aspects on land acquisition and disposal with and without planning permission, option/promotion agreements and self build opportunities for a wide range of clients.
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Jo Mathers
Senior New Homes Area Manager
A specialist in New Homes sales and marketing with over 20 years of experience, Jo provides expertise in pricing developments as well as creating tailor made marketing strategies for each development, leading to new homes sales success. With in-depth industry knowledge and network of offices across the West Yorkshire region, this enables local developers to get up- to-date market insights as well as specialist new homes sales support with national coverage.  
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Steven Forster
Senior Lettings Manager
Steven, our dedicated Lettings Manager, brings over three years of expertise to the team. With a deep commitment to customer service, he ensures a seamless and stress-free lettings experience. Whether you're searching for the perfect property or need expert guidance with letting your property, Steven is on hand to support you every step of the way. His professionalism and passion for helping clients make him an invaluable asset in finding the right home with ease and confidence.
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Damien Blowers
Lettings Manager
Damien, our Lettings Negotiator, brings extensive sales and customer service expertise to the team. His ability to connect clients with the ideal property, coupled with a strong dedication to exceptional service, ensures a seamless and hassle-free experience. Whether you're searching for a rental or need expert advice, Damien's professionalism and commitment make him an indispensable partner in achieving the best possible results.
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Ruby Lockwood
Apprentice Lettings Administrator
Ruby is our newest member of the team and joined our lettings team as an apprentice negotiator, bringing a fresh perspective and an eagerness to grow within the property industry. With a keen interest in real estate and a natural flair for communication she is quickly developing the skills to support our clients through every stage of the letting process.
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Freya Edwards
Lettings Negotiator
Freya is our newest lettings negotiator. Freya has good communication skills and does her best to keep every customer happy. If you have any renting questions Freya is the person to speak to. Always delivering the best customer service, Freya is a great addition to the team.

Wanted properties

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2 bedroom property up to £525pcm needed to rent in the Wakefield area. Unfurnished if possible and pet friendly.
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2 bedroom unfurnished property in the Ackworth area needed to rent up to £600 pcm
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2 bedroom property WANTED to rent in the Wakefield and surrounding area with a garden. Must accept children - up to £550pcm.
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Detached property in Thornes and surrounding area with 3 or 4 Bedrooms up to £300,000.
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Seek a 2 or 3 Bed Detached property for sale in Ossett/Horbury up to £300,000.
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Looking for a 2/3 Bedroom Bungalow for sale up to £250,000 in the Wakefield area.
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4/5 Bedroom property for sale up to £300,000 in Wakefield and 15 mile radius.
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3+ Bedroom Property in Ryhill up to £125,000.
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Mr B and Miss B looking up £190,000 for a 3 Bedroom property on Leeds Road.
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What Our Customers Say

Charley & Sales team, Many thanks to you all for the sale of 55 St. Johns Mount. My mother had lived there for over 60 years! Yes- it will need some "refreshment", but I hope the purchaser can achieve that, and be happy there! show more
Mrs E, Essex, Jun 2025
To Sophia, I just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your support & help with buying my first property. This is such an exciting milestone for me & I truly couldn't have done it without you! Thank you again for everything. show more
Mr A, West Yorkshire, Jan 2025
To Sophia, Thanks for your help and support with our moving process! You made the process so much easier & gave some great advice! Hopefully you'll help us when we need to re mortgage! show more
Mr B, West Yorkshire, Jan 2025
To Louisa and the Team. Thank you for all your help, I couldn't have done it without you. show more
Miss B, West Yorkshire, Nov 2023
To all the staff at William H Brown, especially Charley, Imogen, Liam & Lucie. Thank you so much for everything you have done for us. We are now in our forever home and a lot happier. Enjoy the cookies and muffins with a cuppa. All the best show more
Mrs J, West Yorkshire, Oct 2023
To William H Brown Team, THANK YOU for all the help and assistance with the buying of my property. Great team work, Best Wishes show more
Miss N, West Yorkshire, Oct 2023
You have all been excellent to deal with. You do what you say you're going to do & quickly! You are pleasant and professional and I can't fault my dealings with you. So thanks for that and I'd certainly recommend you to anyone looking for an estate agent! show more
Mrs S, West Yorkshire, Sep 2023
To Louella, We cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for us and our Mum. You have gone above and beyond, you're truly amazing!! We will be forever grateful Warmest Wishes show more
Miss H, West Yorkshire, Aug 2023
To everyone at William H Brown. A big thank you for selling 6 Brighton St Wakefield. You were so helpful and friendly, just made the whole thing so easy and efficient. show more
Mr B, West Yorkshire, Jul 2023
To William H Brown - Thank you for helping us find our new home and selling my house. show more
Miss H, West Yorkshire, Jul 2023

Feefo Reviews

Highly Recommend

Fantastic service. Joe has been a great part of making the process as simple and straight forward as possible. From our initial appointment, we knew and said we would be using his services.

Joe is great! every time i message him with help and silly questions he is right there to help. He has explained things to me where i don't have a clue.

Joe is great! every time i message him with help and sill...

Joe Lyon mortgage advisor

Absolutely brilliant, Joe Lyon my mortgage advisor goes the extra mile to explain things clearly and put your mind at ease, he communicates with me straight away in and out of works time if I have any questions I need answering

Amazing service and speed from Joe. He guided me through the whole process and made things easy whilst keeping me informed.

Amazing service and speed from Joe. He guided me through ...

Very knowledgeable, explained all the options clearly. Would definitely recommend

Very knowledgeable, explained all the options clearly. Wo...

Great service

Joe was very thorough and gave options so we could decide on the best choice.

Mortgage Advisor Shannon

Shannon Burton was my advisor and she has been amazing, really helpful and answered everything I’ve asked. Amazing personality to bring to a stressful situation for a client. Really puts you at ease and makes the whole process a much better experience

Andrew Lander.... Brilliant

Andrew Lander has been amazing and professional throughout the process. Not onky did he get me the best deal he cared about my whole situation. I wouldn't use anyone else and he is a credit to you.

Fantastic Joe

Joe was absolutely brilliant. He was knowledgeable and had my best interests at heart in finding me the right mortgage. He explained everything fully and ensured I understood. He is friendly and down to earth and put me at ease straight away. He’s a real credit to William H Brown

Excellent throughout

Excellent all the way through and Shannon Burton our mortgage advisor was always there with any queries we had straight away and helped us so much, so our experience has been great from the start