Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Thame
Hamnett Hayward represents a partnership of experienced property professionals dedicated to delivering tailored residential property services across Buckinghamshire and South Oxfordshire. With over 50 years of combined expertise, we combine modern marketing techniques with traditional values to provide clients with comprehensive sales and lettings solutions. Our directors, Simon Benfield and Simon Lazaruk, are deeply embedded in the local community, offering nuanced market insights and a commitment to exceeding client expectations. Our team specialises in residential agency, new homes, lettings, and property management, supported by a proven track record in achieving optimal property returns.As outright owners of the company, we maintain a client-centric approach, advising on education, transport, and lifestyle factors while leveraging extensive property portal exposure and digital marketing strategies. Our services cater to homeowners, landlords, investors, and developers, ensuring transparent communication and tailored support throughout the property journey.
Services
Residential Sales
New Homes
Residential Lettings
Property Management
Free Valuations
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined property expertise
- Our team provides transparent competitive fee structures
- We combine modern digital marketing with traditional values
- Our directors live in Thame with deep community ties
- We deliver bespoke property solutions across the residential spectrum
Associations and certifications
- NAEA Propertymark
- ARLA Propertymark
What people say
Local market expertise
Professional team
Effective marketing
Transparent communication
Successful transactions
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales service combines contemporary marketing with traditional expertise to maximise property returns. We offer professional floor plans, drone photography, and virtual walk-throughs to showcase properties effectively. With extensive exposure across leading property portals and social media platforms, we ensure maximum visibility for your home.
New Homes
Specialist new homes advisory service covering market appraisals and sales strategy development. We provide comprehensive support to developers while offering buyers access to emerging residential opportunities. Our team leverages nearly 30 years' experience in advising both local and national property developers across Buckinghamshire and South Oxfordshire.
Residential Lettings
Full-service residential lettings solution including rental assessments, property management, and buy-to-let advice. We maintain extensive tenant databases and property listings across prime locations. Our lettings team provides transparent fee structures and comprehensive support for landlords and tenants alike.
Property Management
Comprehensive property management services covering maintenance coordination, tenant relations, and compliance requirements. Our local expertise ensures smooth property operations while maintaining regulatory standards. We offer tailored solutions for both single property owners and portfolio investors.
Free Valuations
Professional property valuation service providing accurate market assessments for sales or rental purposes. Our local experts combine market knowledge with comparative analysis to deliver realistic pricing guidance. This service forms the foundation for successful property transactions across our service areas.
People
Simon Benfield
Director
With over 25 years in real estate, Simon combines local expertise with strategic vision. He specialises in residential sales and property investment, leveraging deep market knowledge to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
Simon Lazaruk
Director
A seasoned property professional with extensive experience in new homes and development projects. Simon provides strategic leadership in property marketing and client relations across the firm's service areas.
Pamela Tann
Residential Sales
Specialising in residential sales, Pamela offers expert local market insights and client-focused service. She manages property transactions from initial valuation through to successful completion.
Debby Bignell
Residential Sales & Lettings
Experienced in both sales and lettings, Debby provides comprehensive property solutions. She advises clients on market positioning and manages property marketing campaigns effectively.
Jane Foster
Residential Lettings Manager
Leading our lettings team, Jane oversees property management and tenant relations. She specialises in rental market analysis and provides strategic advice for landlords.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We specialise in Buckinghamshire and South Oxfordshire, including Thame, Aylesbury, and surrounding areas.
Do you offer free property valuations?
Yes, we provide professional free property valuations with no obligation or commitment required.
What property services do you offer?
We provide residential sales, lettings, property management, new homes advisory, and valuation services.
Are you members of professional bodies?
We are accredited by NAEA Propertymark and ARLA Propertymark, ensuring professional standards and client protection.
How do you market properties?
We use professional photography, virtual tours, property portals, and targeted social media campaigns for maximum exposure.
What are your office hours?
Our Thame office is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 10am-4pm for client consultations.
Reviews (6)
Sam Dunne
Jan 26, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Recently bought our house in Thame through Hamnett Hayward. We dealt primarily with Simon Lazaruk. Him and the whole team were really helpful in getting it all over the line.
Recently bought our house in Thame through Hamnett Hayward. We dealt primarily with Simon Lazaruk. Him and the whole team were really helpful in getting it all over the line.
Sheila Leigh
Jul 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Hamnett Hayward provided wonderful support to us in purchasing a new house. Simon Benfield could not have been more helpful and I have no hesitation in recommending this firm.
Hamnett Hayward provided wonderful support to us in purchasing a new house. Simon Benfield could not have been more helpful and I have no hesitation in recommending this firm.
Pamela Whaley
Jul 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I sold my House recently through Hamnett Hayward and was very pleased with the service they offered. They were very supportive throughout the process, particularly in the tricky moments. Thank you, Simon, Sarah and Pamela
I sold my House recently through Hamnett Hayward and was very pleased with the service they offered. They were very supportive throughout the process, particularly in the tricky moments. Thank you, Simon, Sarah and Pamela
Wendy Gray
Jul 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Hamnett Hayward were so helpful and very friendly when we purchased our property through them. All questions we had were answered quickly. Sarah was amazing and nothing was too much trouble. Simon Benfield was also excellent and we would highly recommend them.
Hamnett Hayward were so helpful and very friendly when we purchased our property through them. All questions we had were answered quickly. Sarah was amazing and nothing was too much trouble. Simon Benfield was also excellent and we would highly recommend them.
Jill Joselin
Jul 19, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
I was purchasing a home in Thame and all the staff I had contact with were so helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. I really appreciated their kindness. Thank you Simon, Pamela and Sarah! I would definitely recommend Hamnett Hayward Estate Agents, top job!
I was purchasing a home in Thame and all the staff I had contact with were so helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. I really appreciated their kindness. Thank you Simon, Pamela and Sarah! I would definitely recommend Hamnett Hayward Estate Agents, top job!
Bruce Raybould
Feb 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We have just bought our 'new' home through Hamnett Hayward. They could not have been more helpful in their approach and made our purchase a pleasure. Very professional and trustworthy.
We have just bought our 'new' home through Hamnett Hayward. They could not have been more helpful in their approach and made our purchase a pleasure. Very professional and trustworthy.
