Former Knight Frank-brand plans major expansion

Newly-independent estate agency North Residential has unveiled new expansion plans with the opening of at least three new UK locations per year and a targeted growth of around 60% annually.

The Harrogate based practice, which rebranded from Knight Frank after 15 years just six-months ago, has already opened a second branch in Pocklington, East Yorkshire and is scheduled to open offices in Leeds, York and Northallerton in the coming months.

It is also looking at moving down south and is making connections in prime London areas.

In September last year, owners Harlan Pollitt and Daniel Rigg announced the breakaway from Knight Frank while launching the North Residential rebrand and said they have since been able to invest more autonomously whilst retaining and growing its client portfolio.

Pollitt said: “We are really pleased with how our new brand has been received and excited to reveal our growth plans in the UK. 

“With a highly experienced and motivated team and strong intelligence of the residential property market, we have the versatility and bespoke marketing tools to deliver results where many others haven’t been able to. 

“Being independent with no external debt or funding means that we are in a strong position to attract the best talent with equity options as we grow through the regions.

“Our focus is of course to be located at desirable locations in the North of England but we have also already made strategic connections in the South with a planned presence in the prime boroughs of London. Watch this space.”