You deal with a founder, not a negotiator you have never met
Every sale, let, valuation and managed tenancy is handled personally by Josh Rose-Freke or Hannah Rose-Freke. There is no call centre and no handoff to junior staff.
The Property Folk
Estate Agents in Tewkesbury
The Property Folk are independent estate and letting agents in Tewkesbury, run directly by husband-and-wife founders Josh Rose-Freke and Hannah Rose-Freke. We help local homeowners and landlords with property sales, lettings, property management and valuations across Tewkesbury and nearby villages, with honest advice and direct support from start to finish.
Husband-and-wife founders
Direct contact with Josh or Hannah
Sales, lettings, valuations and property management
No call centre
Why choose The Property Folk as your Tewkesbury estate agent?
Husband-and-wife founders, personally accountable
The Property Folk is run by Josh and Hannah as founders, not franchisees or branch managers. When something needs sorting, you speak to the person who can actually sort it.
Honest valuations based on local evidence
We price against recent sold evidence, current competition and real buyer or tenant demand, not an inflated figure designed to win an instruction.
Clear feedback after every viewing
You get plain English updates after every viewing, so you always know what buyers and tenants actually thought.
Local knowledge across Tewkesbury and nearby villages
Josh grew up in Bredon and Tewkesbury, so advice on pricing, presentation and buyer demand is grounded in lived local knowledge, not just portal data.
Sales and lettings under one roof
Whether you are selling, letting, or want a rental valuation alongside a sales valuation, one team handles it, with no need to brief a second agency.
Available when it matters
Property does not move on a 9 to 5 schedule. We are available evenings and weekends for viewings, calls and negotiations because that is when buyers are active.
Professional photography available
Strong photography makes a real difference to how a property performs online, and we can arrange professional photography to help your Tewkesbury home stand out.
Selling a home in Tewkesbury
Selling should feel clear and properly managed, not chaotic. Josh and Hannah stay involved personally from valuation through to completion, so nothing gets lost between departments.
- A realistic valuation based on sold evidence and current competition
- A clear pricing and launch strategy, not a number designed to flatter you
- Strong presentation, with professional photography available
- Full portal marketing and local buyer targeting
- Viewings hosted by Josh or Hannah, with honest feedback afterwards
- Firm negotiation on every offer
- Sales progression support through to completion
Property valuations in Tewkesbury
We offer free, no-obligation property valuations in Tewkesbury for both sales and rentals. Online estimate tools only tell part of the story, since they cannot see condition, presentation, parking or exactly how a street compares to the one next to it.
Josh or Hannah will walk the property with you, talk through recent sold or let evidence, and give you a clear, honest figure along with a plan for what to do next, even if that means waiting or preparing first.
Lettings and property management in Tewkesbury
As letting agents in Tewkesbury, we help landlords with everything from a single rental valuation to full, hands-on property management, with Josh or Hannah as your direct point of contact throughout.
- Rental valuations based on local achieved rents and tenant demand
- Tenant finding, viewings and referencing, including Right to Rent checks
- Let-only or fully managed, whichever suits how hands-on you want to be
- Compliance support for gas safety, EPC, deposit protection and alarms
- Maintenance coordination and clear landlord communication for managed properties
Meet Josh Rose-Freke and Hannah Rose-Freke
Josh and Hannah are the husband-and-wife founders of The Property Folk, and the two people who will actually handle your sale, let or valuation.
Josh Rose-Freke
Founder and Estate Agent
Josh Rose-Freke is a co-founder of The Property Folk. He grew up in Bredon and Tewkesbury and brings local market knowledge across sales, lettings, valuations and day to day agency operations.
Hannah Rose-Freke
Founder and Property Adviser
Hannah Rose-Freke is a co-founder of The Property Folk, bringing property and mortgage experience with a focus on sales progression, planning and clear client communication.
Google Reviews
What local clients say
Read our latest Google reviews from sellers, landlords, buyers and tenants across Tewkesbury and nearby villages.
5.0 (59 reviews)
Read all reviews on Google- Ben Ashworth rated it 5 out of 5. Arguably the best letting agents I've dealt with! Hannah and Josh are both lovely people who really do make an effort throughout the process of tenancy. We got a viewing the same day when we called to ask about the property. The viewing was flexible with our work hours. We got an answer the very next day to offer us the tenancy. They made the referencing checks a smooth process. Moving in was also super easy. Of course we experienced some moving in hiccups, but Hannah and Josh were able to get it all sorted very quickly, no fuss at all. The best part is their communication. They always reply in a timely manner! Couldn't recommend them enough!
- Vincent Ajala rated it 5 out of 5. I’m very happy with my experience renting a house through Josh and Hannah . They responded quickly to my enquiry and arranged the booking without delay. The documentation process was straightforward and completed in no time. They were friendly, professional, and very helpful every step of the way. I would definitely recommend them.
- Lucy-Marie rated it 5 out of 5. Myself and my partner recently had the joy of working with both Josh and Hannah to find our new home! We had a same-day viewing after calling up about the property, and were informed of our successful application the next day. The viewing times were very flexible, and I was able to go and see the property in the evening after work - which is incredibly rare, and we have previously had to book days off for viewings with other agencies. The entire process has been incredibly smooth, and both Josh and Hannah have been immensely supportive the whole time. We have naturally had a few hiccups which have all been addressed immediately, taking away any stress we would usually have with moving. It is amazing to have agents who are just a text/phone call away, without having to wait 2-5 business days for a reply, and are able to liaise with the landlord on our behalf. I couldn’t recommend them enough, especially to others like us who have had harrowing experiences with larger agencies. Thank you to you both, me and my partner both look forward to continuing to lease with you!
- Jessica Cowell rated it 5 out of 5. Hannah and Josh are lovely people. They are very friendly and so helpful. Nothing was a problem for them to assist with what I wanted. Highly recommended
- Heidi Green rated it 5 out of 5. We had a fantastic experience with Josh and Hannah when securing our new rental property. They went above and beyond, even arranging a viewing outside of normal working hours, which was a massive help for us. From start to finish, they guided us through the whole process and made everything straightforward and stress-free. Both have been professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful throughout. Having dealt with other letting agents in the past, I can confidently say they are miles better — a real breath of fresh air in comparison. Highly recommended!
The Tewkesbury property market
The Tewkesbury property market
Tewkesbury is a historic market town at the meeting of the Severn and Avon, and that setting gives it a distinctive mix of homes. You have character properties in and around the old town, established family housing in areas such as Mitton, and newer homes around the edges of town. Buyers are often drawn by access to Cheltenham, Gloucester, Worcester and the M5 corridor, but day to day convenience and the town centre character still matter just as much. Josh grew up locally in Bredon and Tewkesbury, so our advice is shaped by lived local knowledge as well as market evidence.
This mix of buyer types is exactly what we weigh up when advising on pricing and launch strategy.
Schools in Tewkesbury
School catchment is one of the most common questions we receive from relocating buyers. Families regularly ask about access to local primaries, Tewkesbury Academy and routes into nearby village schools. Recent Ofsted updates are helpful here: Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School received Good judgements across all key areas after its 3 December 2024 inspection, Tirlebrook Primary School was rated Good after inspection on 9 March 2022, and Tewkesbury Academy received Good judgements following its 29 April 2025 inspection. Catchment boundaries and admissions still need checking against the exact address you are considering.
This is one of the first things we talk through with family buyers and sellers at a local valuation.
Popular local amenities
Tewkesbury works well because the practical basics and the social side are both already there. The borough tourism team highlights the town centre independent shops, riverside setting and food scene, while Tewkesbury Leisure Centre gives residents a modern gym, two pools, classes and family swimming. For pubs people actually seek out, the Cross House Tavern has a strong local reputation for cask ale and was named Tewkesbury CAMRA Real Ale Cider Pub of the Year in 2023 and 2024, while Ye Olde Black Bear remains a well known historic choice on the High Street.
Transport and flooding
Tewkesbury itself does not have a station in the town centre, so Ashchurch for Tewkesbury remains the obvious rail option for many residents. By road, Junction 9 of the M5 is a major draw for commuters. Flood risk is also part of the Tewkesbury conversation and should be handled honestly. Some parts of the town, especially closer to the rivers, have a very different risk profile from streets on higher ground, so buyers should always review the official long term flood risk information and ask their solicitor to investigate the exact property.
This is something we factor into valuation and marketing advice for every property we list here.
Estate agents across Tewkesbury and nearby villages
Within Tewkesbury itself, we also cover neighbourhoods including Mitton, Ashchurch, Walton Cardiff, Northway and The Mythe. Beyond the town, we cover the following nearby villages:
Independent estate agents in Tewkesbury, without the corporate handoff
Larger agencies often mean more departments, more handoffs and less continuity. As an independent, founder-led agency, The Property Folk works differently:
- Direct contact with the founders, not a rotating cast of negotiators
- Fewer handoffs between departments, so nothing gets lost
- Clearer, more honest communication at every stage
- Local knowledge from people who actually live and work here
- Personal accountability if something needs fixing
- Honest pricing guidance instead of an inflated valuation to win the instruction
- Support from your first conversation through to completion or tenancy
Frequently asked questions about our Tewkesbury estate agents
Do The Property Folk cover Tewkesbury?
Yes. The Property Folk are estate and letting agents in Tewkesbury, helping local homeowners and landlords with sales, lettings, property management and valuations.
Who will handle my sale or valuation?
You deal directly with Josh Rose-Freke or Hannah Rose-Freke, the husband-and-wife founders of The Property Folk. There is no call centre or handoff to someone you have never met.
Do you offer property valuations in Tewkesbury?
Yes. The Property Folk offers local property valuations in Tewkesbury for homeowners and landlords, including sales valuations and rental valuations.
Do you handle lettings as well as sales?
Yes. The Property Folk helps with property sales, lettings, tenant finding, rental valuations and property management in Tewkesbury and nearby areas.
What makes The Property Folk different from a traditional estate agent?
The Property Folk is founder-led, so clients work directly with Josh or Hannah from the first conversation onwards. The focus is on honest advice, clear communication and personal support rather than a call-centre style process.
Can you help if my property is already listed with another agent?
Yes. Josh or Hannah can review your current marketing, pricing and feedback, then give a straight view on what may need to change.
Which areas around Tewkesbury do you cover?
The Property Folk covers Tewkesbury and nearby areas including Mitton, Bredon, Twyning, Ripple, Kemerton, Longdon and Upton upon Severn.
How do I book a valuation?
You can book a local valuation through our valuation page, or contact Josh and Hannah directly and they will arrange a time that works for you.
Ready to talk about your Tewkesbury property?
Whether you are selling, letting or simply want a realistic local valuation, Josh and Hannah can help you understand your options and what to do next.