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How to use the property search

There are thousands of properties in our database. To help you find the ones you want, read through our tips for searching.

How to use the Quick Property Search
Type in a town name or postcode into the search text box. Choose 'Sale' or 'Rent' and then hit 'Go' (or press your 'return' key). You can type in only one town or postcode into the search text box. This will take you to the Search Results Page showing you all of the sale or rent properties in your search area.

TOP TIP! You can also search by part postcode, for example,

  • A Postcode Only (e.g. PR25 3AE)
  • A Neighbourhood (e.g. PR25 3A)
  • A Postcode Sector (e.g. PR25 3)
  • A Local Area (e.g. PR25)

If your search does not bring up the expected results, please try a wider search area.

How to use the Advanced Property Search
You can run an advanced property search from the Search Results Page, which is shown after running a Quick Search. Click 'Refine your search' to see the advanced search options. 'Refine your search' is found above the search results list. This section gives a far greater range of options and search terms. The greater the number you choose, the fewer the properties you will receive.

For best results, choose your keywords wisely, keeping in mind...

  • Be specific and try the obvious or unusual first. If you're looking for a property with 'patio' write in 'patio' rather than just 'garden'.
  • When searching for keywords that are two words use " " to link the words together. Eg "double garage" or "front garden".
  • You need to separate search terms with a comma, for example, "balcony, garage".
  • Check your spelling if you don't get any results back.

Can't find the property you want?
If you haven't found the property you want, try increasing the search radius using the advanced search found by clicking "Refine your search".

Capitalisation
Searches are NOT case sensitive. All letters, regardless of how you type them, will be understood as lower case. For example, searches for "St Annes", "st annes", and "ST ANNES" will all return the same results.

Having trouble?
Click "Feedback" and let us know what you are having trouble with. Be sure to let us know your email address or we will not be able to reply!