Business Details
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Battle
Batcheller Monkhouse is a regional firm of Estate Agents, Chartered Surveyors, and Chartered Town Planners, providing a diverse range of property-related services throughout the South East. On 1st October 2025, we transitioned to an Employee-Owned Business, held in trust for all employees, reflecting our commitment to long-term stability and exceptional service. Our five strategically located offices in Battle, Haywards Heath, Pulborough, Surrey Hills, and Tunbridge Wells combine local expertise with a rich history to deliver bespoke, professional solutions. Our dedicated teams offer specialist advice on property sales, lettings, estate management, valuations, planning, development, and environmental services. With a strong reputation and extensive market knowledge, we prioritise client satisfaction through honest, expert guidance.Our employee ownership model ensures our team has a direct stake in the business's success, reinforcing our dedication to excellence. We serve a wide range of clients, from individual homeowners to large landowners and developers, across Kent, Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire. Our approach integrates traditional values with modern strategies, including targeted marketing and digital engagement, to maximise property exposure. We are proud members of RICS, CAAV, and ARLA, adhering to the highest professional standards. Our testimonials highlight our consistent delivery of efficient, courteous, and professional service, from initial valuation to transaction completion.
Services
Property Sales
Lettings
Estate Management
Valuations
Planning Consultancy
Highlights and features
- We operate from five strategically located offices across the South East.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures long-term commitment to client satisfaction.
- Specialist services include rural property, planning consultancy, and environmental advice.
- Proven success in selling and letting diverse property types, from farms to townhouses.
- Award-winning marketing strategies combining digital platforms and local knowledge.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- CAAV
- ARLA
What people say
First class service
Professional and helpful
Smooth and efficient sale
Proactive and supportive
Excellent communication
Services
Property Sales
Batcheller Monkhouse offers a comprehensive residential sales service, leveraging local expertise and digital marketing to achieve optimal prices. Our two-tier approach includes exclusive buyer database matching and full public campaigns. With specialist websites and social media reach, we ensure maximum exposure for all property types, from period cottages to country estates.
Lettings
Our lettings service combines regional market knowledge with ARLA-accredited standards to find suitable tenants and provide peace of mind. We offer tailored management options, from tenant finding to full property management, supported by competitive rates and transparent processes. Our local teams match properties to pre-vetted applicants efficiently.
Estate Management
We provide strategic estate management for rural properties, farms, and commercial landowners. Services include portfolio oversight, development advice, and consultancy on grant funding and environmental schemes. Our expertise ensures cost-effective, professional solutions tailored to landowners' long-term objectives.
Valuations
Our RICS-qualified valuers deliver accurate assessments for residential, commercial, and rural properties. Services support sales, lettings, and development projects across the South East. We combine market knowledge with specialist insight into equestrian, agricultural, and telecoms property sectors.
Planning Consultancy
Chartered Town Planners and Surveyors provide end-to-end planning support, from applications to appeals. We specialise in securing permissions for residential schemes, sustainable developments, and permitted development rights. Case studies demonstrate success in complex planning challenges across East Sussex and Kent.
People
Matthew Braxton
Company Director
Matthew leads the Battle office with over 20 years of property expertise. He specialises in residential sales and local market dynamics, ensuring clients receive tailored advice. His leadership focuses on achieving premium property values through strategic marketing.
Emily Fenton
Head of Agency
Emily heads the Haywards Heath agency team, managing property transactions with a client-focused approach. She prioritises transparent communication and market knowledge to streamline sales processes. Her team consistently receives praise for professionalism and efficiency.
Toby Trotman
Associate
Toby specialises in Natural Capital opportunities at the Tunbridge Wells office. He advises landowners on biodiversity net gain and carbon auditing schemes. His expertise helps clients diversify income through sustainable environmental management strategies.
Lucie Allan
Head of Lettings
Lucie oversees lettings operations with MARLA accreditation, ensuring compliance and tenant satisfaction. She manages property portfolios with a focus on hassle-free landlord experiences. Her team's responsiveness has earned consistent client appreciation.
Scott Smith
Director
Scott leads environmental consultancy services, specialising in ESG units and nutrient neutrality projects. He combines planning expertise with sustainability strategies to support landowners navigating regulatory requirements and market opportunities.
Questions
What property services does Batcheller Monkhouse offer?
We provide residential sales and lettings, estate management, professional valuations, planning consultancy, and environmental services for rural and urban properties across the South East.
How can I book a free property valuation?
Contact your local office via phone or website form to schedule a free valuation. Our experts will assess your property's worth and marketing strategy during a convenient visit.
Do you handle rural and agricultural properties?
Yes, we specialise in farms, land, equestrian properties, and rural estates. Our teams have decades of experience in these niche markets across Kent, Sussex, and Surrey.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate from five offices in Battle, Haywards Heath, Pulborough, Surrey Hills, and Tunbridge Wells, serving Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire.
What is employee-owned status?
Since 2025, we've been owned by an Employee Ownership Trust, ensuring our team benefits from the business's success while maintaining client-focused service standards.
Are your lettings services ARLA accredited?
Yes, we adhere to ARLA Propertymark standards, offering transparent fees, client money protection, and professional management tailored to landlords' needs.
