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We think differently. Expect extraordinary.

Selling and letting property in Hertfordshire for over 45 years.

Our People

Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, let or invest, our 130-strong team of award-winning local experts are eager to help.

Our numbers

Total sales & lettings transactions
26,894
Visitors to our office each month
Over 850
Properties with an asset value approaching £1 Billion currently under management
950
Asking price achieved on average
98.87%

Our Story

2026

  • Employee headcount grows to 130
  • 90% of Management team-Internal promotions

2025

  • Ashtons launches Lettings service in Hitchin
  • Assured Move-A quicker way to move home

2024

  • 2024 Best Estate Agent Guide Award Winner
  • Launch of Flexi Fee, revolutionising moving costs

2023

  • Ashtons opens sixth Sales office in Hitchin
  • 2023 Best Estate Agent Guide Award Winner

2022

  • Ashtons acquire Home County Sales & Lettings in Harpenden
  • BEAG 2022 award winner for Sales & Lettings
  • Awarded BEAG Best Medium Sized Agency in the UK

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

  • Professional photography and viewing service launched
  • British Property Awards 2019 Gold and Silver winner
  • BEAG 2019 award winner in Lettings

2018

  • 4th best company to work for East of England and 13th in the Sunday Times Best Small Companies Top Employers
  • British Property Awards 2018 Gold and Silver winner

2017

  • Refreshed brand identity across all offices
  • Employee headcount rises to 90
  • Sunday Times Best Small Companies Top 100 Employers

2016

  • 1 in 7 properties in the AL postcode sold by Ashtons
  • Welwyn Garden City office refurbished
  • Sunday Times East of England Estate Agency of the Year

2015

  • Land & New Homes Department opens to meet increased demand
  • Voted Sunday Times Best Small Companies Top 100 Employers

2014

  • Rental portfolio exceeds 500 properties
  • Harpenden, St Albans and Redbourn offices remodelled

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
  • Voted Sunday Times Best 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

What our customers say

Don’t just take our word for it, read what our customers have to say about their experience working with us.

“The service I received from Ashtons was absolutely brilliant. Chris Haws dealt with the letting from start to finish. I registered interest, viewed and offered on a rental property on the Monday and it was all finalised by the Friday – I moved in the following Friday. Having never rented before it was all a little complex with having to upload various documents and answer numerous questions. Chris guided me through the whole process, sending me regular updates - all my questions were answered in a simple format and the whole process went remarkably smoothly - thanks to the kindness and support from Chris. He was an absolute gentleman going above and beyond my expectations. A really Big thank you for all the help I received.”
Anon
1st June 2026
“Very professional and punctual”
Mark Noot
25th May 2026
“Chris was extremely brilliant! Moving can be stressful but he made the entire process feel much smoother from accommodating my initial viewing date to being super responsive and clear in all his communication. Thank you for being genuinely supportive of my process.”
Ashley Wainaina
20th May 2026
“Nichole is an excellent asset manager who consistently demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and strong attention to detail. She is always approachable and extremely helpful with any queries, providing clear guidance and support whenever needed.”
Jessica Stylianou
12th May 2026
“I was passed through the chain of expertise seamlessly - from initial valuation visit, to sales and viewing guides, to the final progression team. Everyone was very professional and extremely positive throughout.”
Julie S-Thompson
6th May 2026
“Chloe was really helpful and tried her best to make what was at times a tricky transaction happen. Ryan and Jonny were also both excellent and we really appreciated their support”
Jess Orrill
29th April 2026
“Nicole responded super quickly to my messages and kept me updated on progress. The issue was resolved quickly and I am genuinely grateful for the wonderful service from both Nicole and Mike, the plumber - HUGE thank you both!”
Hayley Pickering
23rd April 2026
“We have found over the last year that Ashton’s have always reacted very quickly to any problems we have incurred.”
Sandy Vernon
22nd April 2026
“Very friendly, efficient and helpful team”
Drs N & S Chawla
17th April 2026
“Everyone was very friendly, supportive and professional. I particularly value the fact that they are proactive in contacting all those involved in the chain.”
Sheena McLaggan
14th April 2026
“Excellent service!”
Jason Presnce
6th April 2026
“Very informative, responsive and added real value.”
Anon
3rd April 2026

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