Business Details
Trusted Chartered Surveyors & Estate Agents in Hereford
Established in 1862, Sunderlands is a long-standing firm of chartered surveyors, auctioneers, and land & estate agents operating across Herefordshire, Powys, and surrounding areas. Our expertise spans property sales, lettings, valuations, and professional services for landowners and farmers, including taxation, probate, and grant applications. With offices in Hereford and Hay-on-Wye, we combine heritage with a dynamic approach, offering confidential, efficient service.Our team includes seven rural practice surveyors and two general practice chartered surveyors, supported by specialists in agricultural and commercial property. We manage regular property and machinery auctions, operate Talgarth Livestock Market, and hold a majority stake in Hereford Market Auctioneers. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, problem-solving skills, and deep local knowledge, reflecting our commitment to delivering trusted, tailored solutions.
Services
Property Sales
Auction Services
Valuations
Lettings
Land Management
Highlights and features
- We offer over 160 years of expertise in rural property and land management.
- Our team includes chartered surveyors with specialist knowledge of agricultural valuations.
- We operate Hereford Market Auctioneers and Talgarth Livestock Market for diverse sales.
- Clients praise our efficient dispute resolution and negotiation capabilities.
- Covering Herefordshire and Powys, we combine local market knowledge with national reach.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Professional service
Excellent settlement
Quick resolution
Competent approach
Deep local knowledge
Services
Property Sales
We specialise in selling residential and commercial properties across Herefordshire and Powys. Our team handles country houses, farms, and smallholdings, offering market-leading expertise. Clients benefit from our extensive local knowledge and auction network.
Auction Services
Regular property and machinery auctions are held at Hereford Market and Talgarth Livestock Market. Our auctioneers ensure competitive pricing and efficient transactions for diverse property types and agricultural assets.
Valuations
Chartered surveyors provide valuations for taxation, probate, and bank lending. Services cover rural estates, agricultural land, and commercial properties, ensuring accurate assessments for legal and financial purposes.
Lettings
We manage residential and agricultural lettings with a focus on matching landlords and tenants. Our service includes property marketing, tenant vetting, and compliance with rental regulations.
Land Management
Professional advice on estate management, grant applications, and compensation claims. Our rural practice surveyors support landowners with strategic planning and regulatory compliance.
People
James Dillon
Commercial Partner
James Dillon leads commercial property services at Sunderlands, leveraging extensive experience in rural and urban real estate transactions across Herefordshire and Powys.
Gareth Wall
Agricultural Partner
Gareth Wall specialises in agricultural valuations and land management, providing expert advice to farmers and landowners on estate planning and regulatory compliance.
Matthew Nicholls
Agricultural Partner
Matthew Nicholls combines livestock auction expertise with rural surveying, supporting clients in property sales, valuations, and farm business strategy.
Tim Reed
Commercial Partner
Tim Reed focuses on commercial property transactions, bringing specialist knowledge of Herefordshire's business real estate market and investment opportunities.
Andrew Edwards
Agricultural Consultant
Andrew Edwards resolves tenancy disputes and negotiates property settlements, praised for his professionalism and effective client-focused approach.
Questions
What services does Sunderlands offer?
We provide property sales, lettings, valuations, auction services, and land management advice across Herefordshire and Powys.
When was Sunderlands established?
Sunderlands was founded in 1862, making us one of the UK's longest-established rural property firms.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Herefordshire, Powys, and surrounding regions, with offices in Hereford and Hay-on-Wye.
Are your surveyors chartered?
Yes, our team includes Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited professionals.
Do you hold property auctions?
We regularly host property and machinery auctions at Hereford Market and Talgarth Livestock Market.
