We look after properties in Witney, Banbury, Bicester, Swindon and Aylesbury, but we don't need a branch in every town. Gatekeeper staff work together, sharing knowledge in one central office. Our local teams maintain a focus on their areas by getting out to visit more properties and speak to more customers than traditional agents.
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We look after properties in Witney, Banbury, Bicester, Swindon and Aylesbury, but we don't need a branch in every town. Gatekeeper staff work together, sharing knowledge in one central office. Our local teams maintain a focus on their areas by getting out to visit more properties and speak to more customers than traditional agents.
Gatekeeper was born 11 years ago with four founders, all aiming to deliver a fresh way to buy, sell, let and rent property. Ultimately that means putting people first. We've always felt that if our customers are happy, the business will grow. The business continues to thrive and our teams now cover Witney, Aylesbury, Swindon, Banbury and Bicester.
Patrick set up Gatekeeper back in 2003, he had always wanted to run his own business and felt the property market was in need of a far more customer focused approach than was being offered. Patrick's own background includes working for a diverse number of companies including Comet, BAA and Phones4U where he learned to combine the skills of delivering good customer service backed up by robust back of house processes. I am passionate about delivering excellent customer service in a market that is ever changing and becoming more demanding.
Over the last 25 years, we have established great relationships with our purchasers, listening to what they want from their local estate agent, and as a result have developed a comprehensive service tailored to fit your needs. We know that over 50% of all property searches are carried out via smartphones and tablets, so we have a dedicated mobile website to make your life easier.
Whether this is the first time you're buying a property, or you simply haven't been through the process recently, we hope you'll find the information and tips within this guide useful. If you're buying a property with Gatekeeper, you'll always know who to contact back at the office, so however big or small your question, just get in touch.
Reviews (40)
Sally-Anne Barnes
Jun 11, 2022
Iain Grierson
May 27, 2022
Very good agency. Everything you need to know explained, very efficient and easy to work with. Communication is very good. Pricing is very competitive to others on the market, worth using and would definitely suggest others use their services. Recently I had some issues with the tenant, which required a little diplomacy to resolve; gatekeeper went out of their way to resolve the issue with the tenant which was a relief to both the landlord and tenant.
Viktoria
May 11, 2022
PLENTY OF FAKE REVIEWS! Avoid at all cost or it will literally be your cost. Check out the real independent reviews as well they generally score VERY badly (I wish I'd checked), if you ignore the blatantly fake reviews. In my case I found a property to rent and put the money down to take it off the market and secure it (as they described it). I got a phone call less than an hour later to say they wanted more money and this put it outside my budget.
They said the money I put down was non-refundable and tried to push me in to another property or lose my 150. I have lodged a complaint with the Ombudsman and Office of Fair Trading and passed the issue to a solicitor friend to deal with. Try Finders keepers or Chancellors. They have been much better to deal with and more professional and not welched on the deal.
They said the money I put down was non-refundable and tried to push me in to another property or lose my 150. I have lodged a complaint with the Ombudsman and Office of Fair Trading and passed the issue to a solicitor friend to deal with. Try Finders keepers or Chancellors. They have been much better to deal with and more professional and not welched on the deal.
Simon Bradleypoi
Mar 24, 2022
Sarah-Louise Miller
Mar 23, 2022
Gatekeeper were wonderful when my husband and I were looking for somewhere to buy in Oxfordshire. Very efficient, kept us updated with text and email confirmations for viewings, and Hazel was wonderful when showing us around. Very friendly team, very nice people, and smooth and efficient to deal with. One of the best experiences we have had in our house-buying journey.
Sophie Taylor
Mar 22, 2022
Bb Mansell
Feb 22, 2022
Indy-B.
Dec 24, 2021
Izak Andrews
Nov 21, 2021
Andrei Paiu
Nov 18, 2021
Kayleigh Franklin
Nov 06, 2021
Victoria Phelan
Oct 31, 2021
Carolyn Beater
Oct 22, 2021
Rhayanne Carvalho
Sep 18, 2021
Karen Down
Aug 07, 2021
Josh Bennett
May 25, 2021
Having bought through Gatekeeper for the first time recently, we were very impressed and grateful for their hard work, professionalism and approach. Phil at gatekeeper came recommended to us and we can see exactly why. If we ever sell he will be the first man we speak to. Very efficient in his work, his work ethic was impeccable and just an all round nice person.
We have been on the property ladder for ten years changing houses on three occasions and without question Phil and Gatekeeper are the best we've experienced. Thank you all very much.
We have been on the property ladder for ten years changing houses on three occasions and without question Phil and Gatekeeper are the best we've experienced. Thank you all very much.
Adrian
Mar 21, 2020
Hannah always gets back to us very quickly and corresponds by email and phone which I really appreciate. She reads correspondence thoroughly to understand our needs. She is honest which I appreciate the most because previous agents have not been and I respect honesty over convenience much more. Hannah is professional but friendly and approachable and always make me feel heard and trusted and doesnt doubt my intentions. She is doing a fab job of managing our property and I'm very grateful.
Christophe F.
Mar 12, 2020
Joe Carew
Feb 05, 2020
I have just completed the sale of my house with Gatekeeper and I have been massively impressed.The team were always available even our of hours and gave me really detailed viewings feedback.The offer and legals process was supported well and communication was good even up to and after my move out.Would highly recommend the service and a big thank you to all the team.
Pat
Feb 05, 2020
Sean Young
Feb 04, 2020
Rotaru
Feb 04, 2020
Fabio Lanave
Feb 04, 2020
Charlie Summers
Feb 04, 2020
Devon Andrews
Jan 29, 2020
Carl J.
Jan 02, 2020
Joey D.
Jul 31, 2019
Sophie R.
Jul 25, 2019
Ben M.
Jun 25, 2019
Becki O.
Feb 12, 2019
Francis N.
Dec 11, 2018
Jodie S.
May 10, 2018
Kenny N.
May 09, 2018
Paula Giles
Mar 05, 2018
Thank very much for your reports and general service. It gives me reassurance knowing that my investment is in your capable hands as you look at the property like it is your own. As you know I haven’t ever rented any property in the past but it shows that those that are responsible to look after the property should it be needed. You are certainly doing a good job.
Juliet Browning
As a former landlord I can highly recommend Gatekeeper, for many reasons. Their quotes of rental com whilst not as high as other companies were actually better value when you take into account the whole package over a long-term rent. As a landlord I paid for full management, which unlike other providers is cheaper than part management, this is their quality control on repairs.
The assumption being consistency in jobs as they use the same quality providers. I had a few jobs needed (front door wouldn't lock, toilet constantly flushing, oven stopped working) and each time they used the same system. If it's below a set amount you have a presigned waiver to go ahead without need for consultation (£100). Above that the team give you costed options, send out an engineer, replace the appliance there and then, combination if the two, and then 3 costed option for alternate appliances if appropriate.
The level and speed if communication worked for, and I'm a stickler for good comms! I'm happy to report none of the repairs needed to be revisited. If I were to be a landlord again I would definitely talk to Gatekeeper first, and have for all the reasons above been recommending them to potential renters also.
The assumption being consistency in jobs as they use the same quality providers. I had a few jobs needed (front door wouldn't lock, toilet constantly flushing, oven stopped working) and each time they used the same system. If it's below a set amount you have a presigned waiver to go ahead without need for consultation (£100). Above that the team give you costed options, send out an engineer, replace the appliance there and then, combination if the two, and then 3 costed option for alternate appliances if appropriate.
The level and speed if communication worked for, and I'm a stickler for good comms! I'm happy to report none of the repairs needed to be revisited. If I were to be a landlord again I would definitely talk to Gatekeeper first, and have for all the reasons above been recommending them to potential renters also.
David Mclaren
Paul Jeffries
Wilson Gerrard
Steve Gardner
I have been a customer of Gatekeeper for many years now. Through my time I have sold a property and now I am Landlord. The dealings I have had with the team have been very efficient and detailed on all occasions. The online landlord account it very simple to use and makes it easy for me to see the financial elements of my account and doing Tax returns is very simple with that info.
Richard Crossley
As a first time tenant I am very impressed with the service I have received. The viewing I completed were simple to book and the communication was excellent (by text and email). The payments I had to make were well explained and that helped me and my partner budget for what had to be paid and when. I am very impressed and would certainly recommend.