The Hertfordshire Property Experts

Move to what moves you

For 45 years, we’ve been helping people buy, sell, rent and let in Hertfordshire, so that they can concentrate on what matters.

Is now the time to make your move?

Our team of specialists are equipped to guide you with all your property needs. Allow Ashtons to take the strain out of selling or letting so that you can enjoy the finer things.

26894

Total sales and lettings transactions

Since we opened our first office back in 1980

98.87%

Asking price achieved

Across all property transactions in 2025

12192

Buyers and tenants registered

For the last 12 months across our office network

£1000000000

Property assets under management

Over 1,000 properties all managed locally in-house

3x more

New build homes sold

Than our nearest Hertfordshire competitor in 2025

4000+

Properties sold in the last 5 years

More than any other Hertfordshire estate agency brand

Our Story

2026

  • Employee headcount grows to 130
  • Winner of Sunday Times Best Places to Work award

2025

  • Assured Move introduced to speed up moving home
  • Launch of Lettings service in Hitchin

2024

  • Best Estate Agent Guide award winner
  • Launch of Flexi Fee, revolutionising moving costs

2023

  • Opening of our sixth office in Hitchin
  • Best Estate Agent Guide award winner

2022

  • Home County Sales & Lettings acquired, Harpenden
  • Best Estate Agent Guide award winner

2021

  • Ashtons aquire Putterills Land & Development Ltd in Hitchin

2021

  • Ashtons acquires Aitchisons Residential, with offices in Berkhamsted and St Albans

2020

  • Launch partnership with Ashwell Mortgage Services
  • BEAG 2020 award winner for Sales & Lettings

2020

  • 120 colleagues celebrate Ashtons 40th anniversary

2019

  • Photography and viewing service launched
  • British Property Awards winner

2018

  • 4th best company East of England, Sunday Times
  • 13th best small company, Sunday Times

2017

  • Refreshed brand identity across all offices
  • Employee headcount rises to 90

2016

  • 1 in 7 properties in the AL postcode sold by Ashtons
  • Sunday Times East of England Agency of the Year

2015

  • Land & New Homes established to meet demand
  • Sunday Times small companies top 100

2014

  • Rental portfolio exceeds 500 properties
  • Office interiors remodelled across three locations

2012

  • Best Estate Agent & Lettings Agent of the Year 2012 Gold Winner

2011

  • Winner of Relocation Agent of the Year
  • Employee headcount rises to 35

2008

  • Best Estate Agent & Lettings Agent of the Year 2008 Silver winner

2006

  • Voted Sunday Times Best Small Companies Top 100 Employers

2004

  • Lettings business opens in Welwyn Garden City
  • Sunday Times small companies top 100 employers

2003

  • Move to new premises in Welwyn Garden City that are three times larger than the original

2000

  • Lettings business opens
  • Expanded premises in Harpenden, doubling in size

1998

  • Ashtons opens its 4th office in Redbourn

1994

  • Ashtons opens its 3rd office in Welwyn Garden City

1990

  • Our owner and Managing Director, Karl Judd, becomes an equity partner

1988

  • Office opens in Harpenden

1980

  • Founding partners Rod Allsopp and Kevin Keenan opens Ashtons first office in St Albans

Something different, perhaps extraordinary?

The Collection is a tailored and exclusive service from Hertfordshire’s prime property specialist. Be inspired by this unique portfolio of exceptional homes represented by Ashtons. Professional service with a personal touch.

Quality without compromise, always.

Rated "Excellent" in over 1,000 reviews, Ashtons goes the extra mile to realise your property dreams.

“Helpful, responsive and pleasant”
Denis Long
27th October 2026
“Nicola is a star when dealing with us and we believe with our tenant.”
Angela Coldwell
20th October 2026
“Prompt and reliable service”
Christine Peubey
19th October 2026
“Always very prompt and helpful with any problems”
Anon
14th October 2026
“Jade is absolutely wonderful. She's proactive and keeps everyone informed about what is happening. I've been really impressed with her and all her help over the last month as we've battled with issues with Thames Water. It's great to know that she's there, handling things. Thanks so much for all your help, Jade.”
Nina Hale
11th October 2026
“The leak was reported late afternoon 19 October 2026. The macerator needed replacing. Leak was fixed 20 October 2026. I couldn't use the taps, dish washer or washing machine in the meantime, but am truly greatful for the speedy response and how quick it was all dealt with.”
Anon
6th October 2026
“Nicole always deals with any issues promptly and keeps me updated. She is extremely nice.”
Anon
30th September 2026
“Communication, efficiency of solving the problem at its highest . Met my expectations fully”
Julian Ionescu
28th September 2026
“Great support and timely response”
Anon
24th September 2026
“Great communication and issue resolved promptly”
Channelle Harris
15th September 2026
“Jade provided an excellent level of support throughout the process, by informing us of the problem as soon as it arose and for quickly arranging an emergency plumber to attend the property. The subsequent works needed to fix the problem were carried out a couple of days later and we were delighted that the issue had been dealt with efficiently and effectively. Jade has wonderful communication skills, which help facilitate a good working relationship between landlord and tenant.”
Sally Woodford
9th September 2026
“All members of Ashtons I dealt with were fantastic & professional. Shout out to AndyG and Willow for their continued support and help during the last few months which made things less stressful”
Alex Owen
3rd September 2026

Whether you’re looking to
  • buy
  • sell
  • rent
  • let
  • buy
we would love to help.