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Considering 58 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, helpfulness, and positive attitude, making interactions pleasant and informative. The service provided is frequently highlighted as excellent, with many people appreciating the efficiency and ease of their overall experience, often noting the quick response times and smooth communication throughout various processes. Conversely, a small portion of people felt dissatisfied with the company's discretion during viewings, with one reviewer mentioning an agent discussing a live offer in front of them. Some customers also reported issues with communication, describing it as awkward and unprofessional, and in one instance, feeling that there was a lack of trust or that information provided was inaccurate.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommend J W Wood - Jonathan was so helpful at the outset and his local knowledge of the market was second to none. The sales team Sarah, Julie and Nicky were friendly, professional an... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sarah Graham has been amazing throughout both the sale of our house and the purchase of our new property. She kept us updated at all times and was always on hand to answer any questions. Even though t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The most impressive thing about JWWood sales team is their communication. They told us everything that is happening. Julie in particular is the person who stayed with us through the whole process fr... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am in the process of buying a house and I couldn't have done without the help of Sarah Graham! She has been always extremely helpful and supportive throughout the process. Sarah always understood m... See more

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Company details

  1. Money & Insurance

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Award Winning Estate Agent with property for sale and property to let in Durham, County Durham and across the North East of England


Contact info

  • Old Elvet 7, DH1 3HL, Durham, United Kingdom

  • jww.co.uk

4.6

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

187 reviews

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The house I was purchasing was in an…

The house I was purchasing was in an area where other houses was going cheaper but they hiked the price up with structural issues like severe damp throughout the home,water leaks from chimney breast and crumbling walls all hidden behind wall paper but despite this the asking price was higher than other selling homes similar and had the nerve to agree to me going half on repairs accepted my offer but even then the offer I made was still higher than what the other homes in the area was asking for with lots of work need doing I felt this was wrong in the end the seller refused to lower the price I withdrew due to this issue plus her solicitor didn't answer all the questions from enquiries plus the seller appeared rude when ask a question regarding the property which didn't have insurance and it wasn't registered I felt it was not worth the money even my offer it was overpriced I felt I couldn't trust this estate agent to be honest again in the future I was glad I withdrew my offer as this wouldn't have been a good investment they remarked it for some other gullible person to buy at the same hiked up price if you want to sell a home pricey at least repair it and refurbish it that to me will justify the price hike but to hike up the price more than other homes in the area and leave it in such a state of disrepair is completely taking the biscuit also it's good to note the other homes going as much as £10,000 cheaper was in much better repair I couldn't make this up if I tried it's unbelievable.

10 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointing experience

Disappointing experience. Took time off work to attend a viewing, only to have the agent discuss a live offer with the seller in front of me during the appointment.
It made for a really awkward and unprofessional situation. While they later acknowledged it could have been handled differently, they ultimately stood by their actions.
Needless to say, I wouldn’t feel confident trusting them to handle a sale or purchase.
Basic discretion during viewings shouldn’t be too much to expect.

15 April 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Thank you for your honest feedback. We're genuinely sorry your viewing experience didn't meet the standard you — and we — would expect. Your comments have been noted and we'll make sure lessons are learned. We wish you every success with your property journey, and we're sorry we weren't able to make a better impression.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommend J W Wood

I would highly recommend J W Wood - Jonathan was so helpful at the outset and his local knowledge of the market was second to none. The sales team Sarah, Julie and Nicky were friendly, professional and kept us up to date and informed at every step of the way. We are delighted with the service offered and are so pleased we chose the company to manage our sale.

3 May 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Thank you for your feedback we look forward to being of assistance in the future and we will pass your kind words to the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team here in Bishop Auckland are, helpful, warm and make selling/buying a more pleasant journey 😀

The team here in Bishop Auckland are amazing, they are friendly, understanding and respectful! Questions always answered, and fast at responding if they haven't got the answer they are happy to find out! The team and management always give you time and build good relationships with their clients! I would highly recommend them .. 😊

23 April 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for taking the time to give the team this wonderful feedback we will ensure they receive it. We look forward to helping you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reported our bathroom sink not draining…

Reported our bathroom sink not draining water, the same day Nicole rang us to see if we were available for a plumber to attend our property. The man fixed it that day. Brilliant customer service.

20 April 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Glad we were able to help support you and many thanks for the feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt

Prompt, professional, efficient and unobtrusive service.
Andrew Oates (Andy) processed the transaction with exceptional assistance and support.

20 March 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for taking the time to give Andrew feedback we look forward to being of assistance in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beyond Expectations and Completely Professional

From the initial contact it was clear that J W Woods are an estate agency that leaves nothing to chance . The representative ,Julie Prendergast could not have been more helpful and went beyond expectations in ensuring that the transaction started smoothly . We were also allocated a sales facilitator to help all parties keep in contact at what can be a stressful time . A1 . Thank you .

25 February 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for your kind words, we look forward to of how we can be of assistance to you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trustworthy and great communication

The most impressive thing about JWWood sales team is their communication. They told us everything that is happening. Julie in particular is the person who stayed with us through the whole process from market to sale. She was warm, friendly, gave good advice and kept us up to date with all developments at all times. Very responsive and a pleasure to work with. Thank you.

17 February 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Thankyou for your kind words. We are so pleased that we could help, we will pass on your feedback to Julie. We look forward to any assistance we can offer you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sarah Graham has been amazing…

Sarah Graham has been amazing throughout both the sale of our house and the purchase of our new property. She kept us updated at all times and was always on hand to answer any questions. Even though the process was slower than usual, she remained professional, supportive, and proactive from start to finish. We couldn’t have asked for a better estate agent — highly recommend!

17 February 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for your feedback. We will ensure Sarah receives it and we look forward to being of assistance to you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you for your support Sarah Graham

I am in the process of buying a house and I couldn't have done without the help of Sarah Graham! She has been always extremely helpful and supportive throughout the process. Sarah always understood my busy schedule and made everything smooth and stress-free as a first-time buyer. She quickly recommended me all of the services needed for the buying process and I will always be thankful for her help. Thank you!

6 February 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Thank you for taking the time to give this feedback to Sarah it is much appreciated. We are so pleased Sarah was able to assist you throughout the buying process. We look forward to be of assistance to you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sale of 21 minster court

From the moment I stepped through the door I was made very welcome by Sarah Graham, she immediately got me a chair so we could sit and discuss my plans and get the information she required , the rest of the team have been very helpful on the phone if sarah hasn't been available for me to speak to at the time ,I appreciate all their help .

23 January 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for your kind words. We are so pleased Sarah was able to assist you we will pass on this feedback to her and if we can assist you in the future please don't hesitate to ask.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff at the Chester le street…

The staff at the Chester le street branch have been amazing. Special shout out to Adrian, Vicky and Chloe who have all been a massive help to us. We would recommend them to anyone wanting fantastic help. Thank you all .

1 February 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for this review, we will pass your thanks onto the team and look forward to assisting you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and helpful, great result

I bought this house through JWW four years ago and had no hesitation to use them again. The viewing by the estate agent took place with photos taken on the same day. The house was on the market within seven days, five viewings booked and made, three offers and a sale agreed in under two weeks start to finish. Very helpful and efficient. Thank you to Jonathan and Nikki

28 January 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for taking the time to write to us. We will pass your thanks onto Jonathan and Nikki. We look forward to assisting you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really professional staff

Really professional staff, who went out of there way with as much information as possible, sold mine within a week

20 January 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Thank you so much for taking the time to respond to our team. You're feedback is important to us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent communication throughout…

Choosing JW Wood to sell my house was the best decision ever. Working alongside professional people has ensured a smooth and sress free process. Would definitely recommend to others.
Thank you to a great team.

21 January 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Many thanks for this review it is of great value to JW Wood and its team. Hope we can help you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very professional and efficient…

A very professional and efficient service from beginning to completion. Nicky Hall was so helpful and kept me informed throughout the purchase process. Any questions were answered promptly and communication was first class. Highly recommended.

14 January 2026
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Reply from JW Wood

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted Nicky provided excellent service and clear communication throughout. Your recommendation means so much to us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Swift and Easy Process

Nicky Hall did a wonderful job with helping me with my purchase. Kept me up to date, was prompt when sending things through via email and answered any questions I had.
Any timing issues were down to the vendor taking time to reply and not JWW at fault.

19 December 2025
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Reply from JW Wood

Thank you for your kind words about Nicky's service and understanding that any delays (however frustrating) were beyond our control - we're thrilled to have assisted you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just want to say a massive thank you…

Just want to say a massive thank you for making the selling of my property such an easy process. So helpful and informative. I can’t thank Ella enough, she has been amazing looking after the sale of our property. So patient and kind. I really appreciate it.

28 November 2025
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Reply from JW Wood

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your property sale was such a smooth and positive experience. Ella will be over the moon to know how much her patience, kindness, and support meant to you throughout the process. Your kind words truly mean the world to us, and we're so grateful for the opportunity to assist you. Wishing you all the best in your next chapter!

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