John Shepherd Estate Agents is a leading property management and real estate agency operating in the Midlands. The company specializes in sales, lettings, and property management services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes landlords, tenants, home buyers, and sellers. With extensive local expertise spanning over three decades, John Shepherd provides comprehensive support to individuals looking to buy, sell, or rent properties in the region. The company offers a range of services, including expert property valuations, dedicated landlord support, and tailored solutions for tenants seeking their ideal homes. John Shepherd is committed to delivering quality property management and facilitating seamless transactions, making it a trusted choice for those navigating the Midlands real estate market. Customers can access a wide selection of properties for sale and rent, alongside financial services to assist in their property-related decisions.
John Shepherd Estate Agents receives a mix of praise and criticism from its clients. Many reviewers commend the professionalism and responsiveness of staff members like John Blythe, Lauren Foster, and Melissa Cannon, highlighting their helpfulness in navigating tenancy issues and maintenance requests.
Customers appreciate the friendly service and efficient handling of processes, such as moving out and deposit returns. However, a significant number of negative reviews express dissatisfaction with the management of properties, citing poor communication and unresolved maintenance issues. Some clients report frustrating experiences, particularly after the agency took over properties, leading to a decline in service quality.
Summary generated with AI from recent reviews
Each source counts by its number of reviews. Only reviews written by people are scored.
| Source | Rating | Reviews | Weight | 6-mo | Fake risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Trustpilot Imported Trustpilot reviews | 4.3 | 698 | 100% | +0.5 | ● Low |
Monthly average rating from reviews written by people · latest review Jul 2025.
| Month | Average | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 24 | 3.3 | 12 |
| Sep 24 | 3.3 | 10 |
| Oct 24 | 3.6 | 15 |
| Nov 24 | 3.9 | 11 |
| Dec 24 | 2.0 | 4 |
| Jan 25 | 3.1 | 9 |
| Feb 25 | 3.6 | 10 |
| Mar 25 | 3.2 | 13 |
| Apr 25 | 3.6 | 17 |
| May 25 | 3.7 | 9 |
| Jun 25 | 4.4 | 10 |
| Jul 25 | 3.6 | 5 |
Share of positive (4–5★) and negative (1–2★) reviews mentioning each topic · based on the 500 most recent reviews.
“I had a viewing with Millie”
“Centrick used to manage my property, and I never had any issues with them for 7 years”
Same method for every company: overall rating, legitimacy checks, the average rating of reviews mentioning each area and the 6-month trend · Home & Garden.
| Company | Overall | Legit | Service | Value | Website & app | Trend | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4.3 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.3 out of 5 (good) | 2.0 out of 5 (poor) | 3.2 out of 5 (fair) | +8% | 698 |
| 4.8 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.3 out of 5 (good) | 2.0 out of 5 (poor) | — | — | 1,809 | |
| 4.7 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.8 out of 5 (good) | 3.9 out of 5 (good) | 4.3 out of 5 (good) | — | 1,004 | |
| 3.7 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 1.2 out of 5 (poor) | — | 3.3 out of 5 (fair) | — | 1,000 | |
| 4.6 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | 4.4 out of 5 (good) | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | — | 1,000 |
Bottom line: John Shepherd Estate Agents is #4 of 5 on overall rating in this group. On value, Ingrams Water & Air scores higher (4.4 vs 2.0).
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Myself and my partner are renting a property with John Shepherd and we dealt with Libbi Bowes and Alan Johnson during this process. Both have been very helpful making this process very easy for us.
One of the worst letting agents. Impossible to get your deposit back. Hannah Britten lied and produced fake 'evidence' to succeed. Awful human being and awful company
The Sutton Cold Field team namely Julie & Leah are shocking at customer service, with holding our deposit for no reason due to their inability provide us with a inventory of the property and accusing my partner of not handing a key when they have now "found"it as it was simply not handed in by their office team members. When you call they dont answer for a day and when you email there is no response either. I will definitely not recommend sending them any money as they are NOT trustworthy. Stay clear, I will not be sworn either, the manager of this branch is shocking!!!
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My friend and I had finalized one of their properties recently and Mr. Quentin Lee was the agent who helped us with it. He made the whole process really smooth and simple for us. He was quick with his email responses when we raised queries, even during out of office hours. He was humble and patient throughout the whole time. Highly recommended the agency and Mr. Lee!
Quentin Lee from John Shepherd had been very helpful since the first I contacted him, we were looking for a loft studio in Birmingham which is really popular there. Mr Lee never gives up, the properties are running out fast, after two weeks of hard work by Mr Lee we now have a sweet dream home. I really recommend and enjoy using this company’s service and Quentin Lee from John Shepherd will never disappoint you!
Excellent as always. Very professional and attentive staff efficient in everything.
Libbi Bows from John Shepherd Solihul had been very helping and accomodating to us for each and everything from finding our home and to settle in. Excellent services !!! Highly Recommended !!!
Perfect service by John shepherded and specially Quinten
Upon moving into this property as of DECEMBER 2022, the property was NOT cleaned upon my arrival and was in poor state. I actually had to purchase cleaning products to proceed with a deep cleaning of my own bedroom. Neither were the cupboards, stove, living area or any other shared kitchen facilities. So the notion that this flat was in good living condition is incorrect. I left the flat in a better condition than I found it in. The walls were already in poor condition upon my arrival also. They were discoloured and had fine cracks in them, evident as standard wear and tear, which is not tenant responsibility. I have inflicted no physical damage on any walls within my short stay at the accommodation. The floors were a huge thing I complained about upon moving into the property and they were ALSO in poor condition upon moving in. I also complained to this to the John shepherd, which was ignored. I was told that the landlord found it suitable and that I shouldn’t not have signed the tenancy agreement if I was not happy with the state of the walls and carpet, which I continue to STRESS, was in extremely poor condition before moving into the property which I unfortunately did not view before i signed the lease. The lights near my room have never worked and are built into the wall, I’m not sure how I am supposed to take responsibility for THAT as it was already poorly fitted BEFORE I moved into the property and I would not know how to change them. I never touched them. The state of the bathroom is of wear and tear, no physical damage inflicted in any such way. The bed, also in poor condition upon moving into the property. The flooring of the kitchen was always scuffed up and in poor condition prior to me moving in. I accept blame for one of the TWO living room chairs I met during my whole time at the tenancy (there were never 4). I weakened one leg as I used it to stand on top of the electricity box to reset the meter. But not to the amount I am being requested to pay for a singular chair. I’d like to see a receipt for the same chair, in order to replace, or paying for one at a reasonable price. I remind you I had been living there for six months only. Many of the problems the landlord is requesting me to fix were there BEFORE I moved in which is unnaceptable. I complained to my flatmate, as seen in the attached messages (same number can be found on the system) on my MOVE IN DATE on the poor quality of the house and he even offered to clean it as nobody in John shepherd had bothered to arrange a cleaning. Repost as my review was deleted and I will keep reposting and checking. Rajak Ali and the rest are horrifically negligent and cold
very good for choosing this tenancy and always reply for concern.
We received excellent (and honest) advice from Michael Nabarro who guided us through all the steps, timings and paperwork required to let our property. Michael remained in contact throughout the whole process, including the first month of letting. Michael’s friendly and professional advice was a key factor in our of Letting Agent.
Went through the whole painful process of renting an apartment through John Shepherd and goodlord and did everything that was required and paid the fees and got the keys to the flat and checked in today only to find so many small issues that has not been taken care of and so many things needs to be fixed even though they had all this time to take care of it and clean it probably!! **UPDATE** They came in and fixed what needed to be fixed also I want to mention that agent Meghan was helpful though out the process
Rented a flat for 3 years through John Shepherd and Rajak Ali (our property manager) was brilliant. Thoroughly recommend them
Great experience from them throughout the letting process, and especially my property manager Rajak Ali has also helped me, always quick to reply back and sorted lot of things. Would highly recommend them.
Great experience !
We recently rented an apartment through John Shepherd and Lily Johnson was our primary contact throughout the process. We had to move in as soon as possible and lily somehow understood this as she made it a hassle free experience for us and also provided immediate response to our concerns.
John Shepherd Estate Agents is a leading property management and real estate agency operating in the Midlands. The company specializes in sales, lettings, and property management services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes landlords, tenants, home buyers, and sellers. With extensive local expertise spanning over three decades, John Shepherd provides comprehensive support to individuals looking to buy, sell, or rent properties in the region. The company offers a range of services, including expert property valuations, dedicated landlord support, and tailored solutions for tenants seeking their ideal homes. John Shepherd is committed to delivering quality property management and facilitating seamless transactions, making it a trusted choice for those navigating the Midlands real estate market. Customers can access a wide selection of properties for sale and rent, alongside financial services to assist in their property-related decisions.
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