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Shipways

Estate Agents in Castle Bromwich
258 Chester Road
BIRMINGHAM
West Midlands
B36 0JE
opening times
Monday 09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:30
Thursday 09:00 - 17:30
Friday 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:00 - 14:00
Sunday Closed
1 of 3 Shipways Estate Agents are located in the centre of Castle Bromwich on the main Chester Road next to Hurst Lane.
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our Castle Bromwich branch Shipways Estate Agents in Castle Bromwich offers a wide range of home moving services to buyers, sellers, landlords & tenants.

Whether you are looking to buy or let, the Shipways team can help. We are located on the Chester Road next to Hurst Lane,

We have combined experience and a wealth of local knowledge with an impressive portfolio of property services.

Shipways Estate Agents in Castle Bromwich are a well established estate agency team, able to help you to buy, sell, let or rent your property. Our team lists and sells houses within the surrounding areas including Shard End, Smithswood, Chelmsley Wood, Marston Green and Hodge Hill, Castle Vale, Minworth and Water Orton.

Having operated in the town for many years we have helped thousands of customers to buy, sell, rent and let their properties.

Shipways do more than just sell your home. As part of a national network of estate agents, we can help at every step of the way.

Bespoke marketing packages available, including audio tours to make your property stand out from the rest.

We offer auctions, surveys, land & new homes, mortgages and conveyancing all under one roof. Sunny, our Mortgage Consultant is available in branch offering late appointments for our customers.

Our ARLA PropertyMark registered lettings team are here to assist with the lettings of your property and can tailor a bespoke rental package to suit your needs.

We advertise on two of the largest property sites, Rightmove and Zoopla.
why choose us?
  • Want to sell your home? Contact us to book your FREE valuation.
  • Our team consist of many locals who can provide a range of local information and knowledge on properties and areas.
  • Mortgage Consultant available for appointments in-branch and over the phone, offering later appointments for customers with a busy schedule.
  • We offer a full property management service, from finding tenants, meeting safety standards, to rent processing. Contact our lettings team.
  • Over 60 years of Estate Agency experience within the office.
  • Properties wanted in B33, B34, B35, B36, B37 and B46.
  • We sell New Homes for multiple developers.

Castle Bromwich market overview

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Castle Bromwich. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£235,000 Average property value
+ 2.2% Annual price change
33 days Average time for sale agreed
sales lettings
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Castle Bromwich?

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Castle Bromwich. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£235,000 Average property value
+ 2.2% Annual price change
33 days Average time for sale agreed
sales lettings
Property type Average price Annual price change Average £ per sq.ft Average time
until sale agreed
1 bed flat £110,000 - 1.8% £192 54 days
2 bed flat £140,000 + 0.0% £205 34 days
2 bed house £200,000 - 2.9% £249 37 days
3 bed house £247,000 + 2.9% £233 33 days
4+ bed house £392,000 + 2.8% £251 35 days
1 bedroom flat
£110,000 Average price £192 Average
£ per sq.ft
54 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change - 1.8%
2 bedroom flat
£140,000 Average price £205 Average
£ per sq.ft
34 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change + 0.0%
2 bedroom house
£200,000 Average price £249 Average
£ per sq.ft
37 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change - 2.9%
3 bedroom house
£247,000 Average price £233 Average
£ per sq.ft
33 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change + 2.9%
4+ bedroom house
£392,000 Average price £251 Average
£ per sq.ft
35 days Average time
until sale agreed
Annual price change + 2.8%
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Castle Bromwich?

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Castle Bromwich. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£1,048 pcm Average rent
+ 4.7% Annual rent change
sales lettings
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Castle Bromwich?

Here's a quick snapshot of the property market headlines in Castle Bromwich. Want to know more? .

sales lettings
£1,048 pcm Average rent
+ 4.7% Annual price change
sales lettings
Property type Average rent pcm Annual price change
1 bed flat £823 pcm + 6.2%
2 bed flat £950 pcm + 3.9%
2 bed house £1,050 pcm + 5.0%
3 bed house £1,200 pcm + 0.0%
4+ bed house £1,625 pcm + 1.6%
1 bedroom flat £823 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 6.2%
2 bedroom flat £950 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 3.9%
2 bedroom house £1,050 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 5.0%
3 bedroom house £1,200 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 0.0%
4+ bedroom house £1,625 pcm Average Rent
Annual price change + 1.6%
Source: Data for annual and average scores is derived from regional market statistics supplied by Hometrack, updated March 2026. what's your home worth in Castle Bromwich?
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Dean Mccleary
Board of Management Partner
Dean has over twenty five years experience in Estate Agency and has managed the Castle Bromwich office for the last fourteen years, ensuring we offer excellent customer service to all our clients throughout their transaction. The office covers all areas of Estate Agency, including lettings and mortgage services.
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Ellie Leadbetter
Assistant Branch Manager
Ellie joined Shipways in January 2022 and is the Assistant Manager. Please call her with any enquiries regarding buying, selling or requirements for a mortgage appointment.
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Nicola Lightfoot
Sales Negotiator
Nicola is our part-time Sales Negotiator and has worked within estate agency for 19 years. She has a passion for selling houses and helping people find their ideal property. She has excellent customer service skills and will happily go the extra mile to help customers throughout the property selling and buying process.
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Jack Mccleary
Negotiator
Jack is our newest full time negotiator, he has recently started his career at Shipways, carrying out viewings and any enquiries you may have. He is a motivated and compassionate individual, ensuring his clients have the finest experience on their property journey.
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Tom Hailes
Lettings Area Director
Tom joined Sequence 15 years ago and his natural likeability, coupled with his ability to get the job done has seen Tom soar through the ranks from Junior Negotiator to Senior Lettings Manager in record time. Now Area Manager looking after 10 branches. Over the years Tom has built up a healthy landlord client base and offering excellent customer service.
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Adnan Ahmed
Senior Branch Manager - Lettings
Adnan is our Senior Lettings Branch Manager and has vast knowledge of the lettings industry having worked in this field over 16 years. Adnan is based locally and has great expertise on the local area, he has a great understanding of landlords and tenants alike and the need to find the right person for the right property. If you have any lettings requirements, then contact Adnan for professional advice. Landlords contact Adnan today!
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Keri Stephens
Senior New Homes Sales Manager
With over 16 years within the group and more than 20 years of estate agency experience, Keri brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. As Senior New Homes Manager, she works closely with both local and national developers. Her proactive approach and commitment to delivering outstanding results make her a key driver of success across every development she oversees.
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Karen Attack
Regional Affordable Homes Partner
Regional Affordable Housing Partner. With 18 years experience in selling homes, Karen has built strong, lasting relationships with affordable housing providers nationwide, becoming a trusted partner in delivering outstanding sales performance and customer satisfaction. Karen is deeply committed to delivering a seamless, five-star customer journey for both buyers and sellers alike.

Wanted properties

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WANTED
Miss S is an accounts assistant and is looking for a 3 bed in Marston Green or Sheldon up to £1,200 pcm
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Mr & Mrs B, a HR manager and healthcare assistant, looking for a 3 bed in Castle Bromwich or Smithswood around £1,000 and come move before the end of July 2024
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Miss M is looking for a 3 bedroom property in Chelmsley Wood and surrounding areas up to £185,000.
WANTED
Dr S has a budget of up to £200,000 and is a looking for a 3 bedroom house in Smiths Wood or Chelmsley Wood areas.
WANTED
Mr & Mrs B are looking in Castle Bromwich for a three bedroom semi or detached up to £400,000. Must have space that can be turned into a small workshop.
WANTED
Mr & Mrs B have a budget of £350,000 and are looking for a 3 bedroom semi or detached property in Castle Bromwich and surrounding areas, will consider something that needs modernising.
WANTED
Mr H has a budget of £100,000 and is looking for 1-2 bedroom property in Chelmsley Wood and surrounding areas.
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What Our Customers Say

Just want to thank you for all your help. Sarah your knowledge was brilliant and you guided me through the mortgage application very professionally. I had seen reviews for you and mortgage applications and you didn't disappoint. So far so good with Shipways, everyone has been so helpful, including Sally at Great Barr office. Ellie Leadbetter and Dean have been brilliant. We may not get the house we want, but just want to thank you all. Please pass on my thanks to everyone. show more
Mrs N, West Midlands, Oct 2023
Excellent service I received at Castle Bromwich Shipways friendly staff on hand to deal with your queries. Sarah the mortgage advisor was fantastic and very very helpful and helped me through and led me step by step of the way through my property journey. Highly recommend Sarah. show more
Mrs B, West Midlands, Aug 2023
May I take this opportunity to thank you & everyone at Shipways, in particular Dean, Amber, Scott & Andrea for your help & assistance in both the sale and purchase. show more
Mr H, Staffordshire, Feb 2023

Feefo Reviews

Excellent service provided

Organised and efficient, excellent communications throughout all stages. Turned around the full process in excellent time.

Efficient and friendly

We have been dealing with Darren Tuft at your castle Bromwich branch.
He has been friendly and helpful throughout our dealings and has made the process of remortgaging straightforward and easy.

Remortgaging made easy

Went to remortgage a house Darren Tuft proved to be the best person we have ever dealt. He made everything very seamless and easy unlike our previous experience.
Would definitely recommend Darren to anyone who is looking for a mortgage.