Business Details
Your Trusted Estate Agent in Sanderstead
Pollard Machin has been a trusted independent estate agent in Sanderstead since 1885, offering residential sales, lettings, and property management services. Our family-run business combines decades of local expertise with modern marketing to deliver a personalised service tailored to clients' needs. With a deep understanding of the Sanderstead, Hamsey Green, and South Croydon areas, we pride ourselves on building long-term relationships through transparency and professionalism. Our team holds agency-specific qualifications and has collectively served the community for over 25 years, ensuring clients benefit from both institutional knowledge and dedicated support. We actively support local schools and community groups, reinforcing our commitment to the Sanderstead area.From initial valuations to completion, our process includes quality photography, floorplans, and a dedicated sales progression team to streamline transactions. Our competitive fee structures and partnerships with trusted solicitors, financial advisors, and removal services further enhance the client experience. With a reputation built on repeat business and recommendations, we maintain a prominent high street presence to remain accessible to all clients. Our longevity in fluctuating market conditions demonstrates our adaptability and unwavering focus on client satisfaction. This heritage positions us as a respected authority in the local property market.
Services
Residential Sales
Lettings
Property Management
Land Sales
New Homes
Highlights and features
- We offer free, no-obligation property valuations with tailored marketing strategies
- Our team has over 25 years of combined local property market expertise
- We maintain a prominent high street presence for easy client access
- We provide dedicated sales progression support through to completion
- We hold professional accreditations from NAEA and ARLA Propertymark
Associations and certifications
- NAEA Propertymark
- ARLA Propertymark
What people say
Excellent service
Friendly and efficient
Local knowledge
Stress-free process
Dedicated support
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales service offers comprehensive support from initial valuation to completion. We provide free market appraisals, professional photography, and tailored marketing strategies. Our dedicated sales progression team ensures smooth transactions through regular buyer communication and paperwork management. With local expertise dating back to 1885, we maximise property exposure through online listings and high street visibility.
Lettings
Our lettings service connects landlords with suitable tenants while ensuring regulatory compliance. We conduct thorough tenant referencing, manage inventory checks, and provide ongoing property management support. As ARLA-accredited professionals, we offer competitive fee structures and maintain detailed property records. Our local knowledge helps maximise rental yields while minimising void periods through targeted marketing.
Property Management
Our property management service includes rent collection, maintenance coordination, and tenant communication. We handle inventory management, compliance inspections, and legal documentation updates. With over 30 years' experience, we ensure landlords receive regular property updates and financial reports. Our block management division professionally maintains residential complexes with transparent service charge administration.
Land Sales
Specialising in land sales and development opportunities, we offer site valuations and disposal strategies. Our team provides planning guidance, pre-approval design advice, and developer connections. With expertise in land assembly and option agreements, we help owners maximise land value. Our local authority knowledge streamlines development appraisals and planning applications for residential and commercial sites.
New Homes
Our new homes service supports developers and buyers in the residential construction market. We offer site identification, marketing strategies, and sales progression for new developments. With industry connections and planning expertise, we facilitate off-plan sales and developer partnerships. Our team provides market analysis and pricing strategies to optimise new home transactions across Surrey and South Croydon.
People
Andrew Hill
Managing Director
With over 40 years in estate agency, Andrew leads our Land & New Homes division while overseeing residential operations. He focuses on maintaining our reputation for excellence through strategic development and client-focused service delivery.
Ann Nelson
Senior Manager
Ann manages daily office operations with 25+ years' experience, ensuring high service standards. She provides expert guidance to staff and clients, combining property knowledge with operational oversight to maintain our professional reputation.
Adam Watkins
Sales Director
Adam brings 15 years' property experience across Sussex, Surrey, and London. As Sales Director, he combines local market expertise with client-focused service, managing transactions from instruction to completion while mentoring junior staff.
Mike Joyce
Director of Lettings
With over 25 years leading our lettings division, Mike has grown the block management portfolio. He ensures regulatory compliance while maintaining high tenant and landlord satisfaction through professional service delivery and strategic oversight.
Brodie Hill
Land and New Homes
Brodie heads our Land and New Homes team with property development expertise. A University of the West of England graduate, he combines academic knowledge with practical experience in land sales, planning, and development appraisals.
Questions
How do I arrange a property valuation?
Contact us via phone or our online form to schedule a free, no-obligation valuation with our experienced team.
What areas do you cover?
We specialise in Sanderstead, Hamsey Green, South Croydon, Warlingham, Selsdon, and Purley areas.
Are your fees competitive?
Yes, we offer flexible fee structures including standard commission and fixed-fee options tailored to your needs.
Do you offer lettings services?
Yes, our ARLA-accredited lettings team provides tenant sourcing, property management, and compliance support.
How long have you operated in Sanderstead?
We've been serving the community since 1885, making us Sanderstead's longest-established estate agent.
What makes you different from other agents?
Our local expertise, family-run approach, and dedicated sales progression team ensure personalised service and successful transactions.
