Sapphire Homes

Sapphire Homes, a family-run estate agency in Wigan and Leigh

Sapphire Homes is a family-run estate and letting agency operating from two offices in the North West of England. Founded in May 2005, the company presents itself as specialising in the sale and letting of residential properties, with activity in Wigan, St Helens, Warrington, Leigh, Bolton, Bury and surrounding localities. According to the firm itself, its team combines more than 75 years of accumulated experience among family members and more than 125 years including the rest of the staff.

Two offices and coverage across the North West

The company has two branches located in the town centres of Wigan and Leigh, from which it covers all localities within a 20-mile radius of each office. The firm describes its premises as prominent spaces in both towns, with large shop windows that reinforce the visibility of its brand and of the properties it markets.

Sales, lettings and property management

The service catalogue includes advice on property sales, valuations, lettings and property management, property sourcing for investors, HMO (houses in multiple occupation) and portfolio management, as well as resolution of property disputes. The company serves both owners who are selling and landlords and tenants.

Through agreements with specialist providers, it also offers related services in mortgages, wealth planning and conveyancing.

Free valuation and property search

The website allows users to request a free, no-obligation valuation of a property's value. It also includes a property search for homes for sale and to let with filters by location, maximum price and minimum number of bedrooms, and allows users to register to receive alerts about new properties.

History and team

The company began trading with a small team made up of Ella Bristow, Daniel Bristow and Paul Bristow. In the 19 years since it opened, the workforce has more than tripled and the firm has relocated its offices twice, as well as opening an additional branch in Leigh. The Bristow family is originally from the Wigan area, which the company links to its local knowledge and its commitment to customer service.

Client profile and service approach

Sapphire Homes serves buyers, sellers, tenants, landlords, people moving or emigrating and property investors. The firm notes that a significant part of its business comes from recommendations and repeat clients, and describes its activity as focused on supporting the client throughout the entire buying, selling or letting process.

Head offices and premises

Wigan office: 80 Market Street, Wigan, WN1 1HX

Leigh office: 20 King Street, Leigh, WN7 4LR