Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Rural Property Experts in Leicestershire
Established in 1905, E A Lane & Sons has built a reputation as a trusted provider of rural, residential, and commercial property services across Leicestershire and the East Midlands. Our team of multi-disciplined Chartered Surveyors combines over a century of experience with specialist knowledge in land agency, planning, valuations, and property management. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions to property owners, landlords, and tenants, maintaining long-standing relationships with many client families since our founding. Our expertise extends to agricultural land sales, rural diversification projects, and navigating complex planning regulations.As RICS-registered valuers, we ensure all services meet the highest professional standards. From residential lettings to compulsory purchase compensation cases, our approach prioritises client needs while maintaining transparency and ethical practice. We actively support clients through every stage of property ownership, including livestock quota advice, woodland management schemes, and European legislation compliance. Our commitment to excellence has made us a go-to authority for country property matters in the region. With offices in Leicester, we continue to evolve our services while preserving the personal touch that defines our family-run business ethos.
Services
Residential Agency
Land Agency Sales
Planning Development
Rural Valuations
Property Management
Agricultural Advice
Lettings Services
Compulsory Purchase
Woodland Schemes
Livestock Auctions
Details
- Year established: 1905
Highlights and features
- We have over 115 years of specialist experience in rural property matters
- Our multi-disciplined Chartered Surveyors hold RICS and RAV professional accreditations
- We offer comprehensive services covering property lifecycle from acquisition to management
- Our team maintains deep local market knowledge of Leicestershire and East Midlands
- We provide transparent advice on agricultural regulations and EU compliance
Associations and certifications
- RICS
Services
Residential Agency
We specialise in residential property transactions across Leicestershire and the East Midlands. Our team helps buyers find suitable homes while advising sellers on market positioning and negotiation strategies. With generations of local expertise, we ensure smooth property transfers for both modern and historic homes.
Land Agency Sales
Our land agency services cover agricultural property sales and purchases throughout the region. We provide accurate valuations, marketing strategies, and legal guidance for rural land transactions, including development opportunities and farming estates.
Planning Development
We assist clients with planning applications and development schemes for rural properties. Our consultants navigate local authority requirements and environmental regulations to maximise land use potential while maintaining compliance with current legislation.
Rural Valuations
RICS-registered valuers provide accurate property assessments for residential, agricultural, and commercial properties. Our valuations support sales, insurance, probate, and tax purposes with detailed market analysis specific to the Leicestershire area.
Agricultural Advice
We offer specialist guidance on agricultural matters including milk and livestock quotas, diversification projects, and EU subsidy schemes. Our team helps farmers navigate regulatory changes and maximise grant opportunities for rural businesses.
People
Graham Nichols
Managing Director
BSc (Hons) AssocRICS MNAVA RICS Registered Valuer with extensive experience in rural property management and land agency services across the East Midlands region.
Noel Manby
Planning Consultant
FRICS RICS Registered Valuer specialising in planning and development schemes for rural properties, with deep knowledge of local authority requirements and environmental regulations.
Richard Nichols
Consultant
F RICS FAAV RICS Registered Valuer offering expert advice on property valuations and agricultural matters, combining decades of experience with technical expertise.
Claire Atkins
Head of Residential Lettings
MARLA-certified professional managing residential lettings operations, focusing on matching tenants with suitable properties while ensuring compliance with landlord regulations.
Julie Walton
Head of Accounts
Finance director responsible for maintaining the company's financial integrity, with expertise in property-related accounting and business management systems.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Leicestershire and the East Midlands region, specialising in rural property services for this specific geographic area.
What property types do you handle?
We specialise in rural, residential, and commercial properties including farms, country estates, agricultural land, and traditional rural buildings.
Do you offer emergency property services?
For urgent plumbing, electrical or drainage issues, we provide monitored emergency contact numbers for after-hours property maintenance support.
What professional accreditations do you hold?
Our team includes RICS-registered valuers and MARLA-certified professionals, ensuring all services meet the highest industry standards.
How long have you been in business?
We've been providing property services since our founding in 1905, making us one of Leicestershire's longest-established rural property firms.
