About us

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Founded in 2015 by Emma Mansell, Living Local was established with the sole purpose of delivering an exceptional home moving experience. Whether buying or renting, our multi award-winning team, recognised every year for excellence, provides bespoke services tailored to meet each customer’s individual needs.

All our staff live locally, bringing invaluable community insight and over 70 years of combined estate agency experience. Our office, situated in the heart of Winlaton village, reflects our deep connection to the area and our commitment to serving the local community.

About the Area

Blaydon has experienced significant growth and regeneration in recent years, with the addition of well-known amenities such as Morrisons, Costa, Domino’s, and Subway enhancing its vibrant shopping precinct. The area offers excellent transport links, with regular train and bus services providing quick and convenient access to Newcastle city centre and surrounding areas. In addition, major road routes, including the A1 and A694, are easily accessible, making Blaydon an ideal location for commuters.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, Derwent Walk Country Park, Shibdon Pond Nature Reserve, and the Keelman’s Way cycle route offer beautiful spaces to explore and enjoy the region’s natural surroundings.

Our Commitment

Proudly independent, Living Local values every customer and is dedicated to providing a personal, professional service. Whether you’re looking for assistance with sales, lettings, auctions, mortgages or conveyancing, our experienced team is always delighted to help.

What Our Customers Say...

Living Local have helped us at every step in moving to a new flat. From our first viewing to our moving in date Lorraine and Emma have made our transition as easy and as smooth as possible. Great communication throughout helped speed up the process in a stress free way. Thanks Ben Cove - Tenant 19/12/2022

Living Local have rented several of my properties now, finding tenants within a week or two and everyone has been a dream tenant. Better than any agent I have ever tried to rent my properties with in the past. Can't thank you enough! Jess Wilson - Landlord 19/12/2022

Living local provide great customer service from start to finish. They gather a great understanding on exactly what you're looking for (no time wasting) and push to get the final result as fast as possible. I highly recommend them. Thanks again ladies! Jodie Bell - Buyer 19/12/2022

Living Local helped us buy our first home and we couldn't have asked for better service. They kept us informed of each stage and explained the process in simple terms putting our mind at ease. Communication was fantastic - you would receive a reply in minutes! Thank you ladies for all of your help, we LOVE our new home! Caroline Nichol - Buyer 27/04/2021

Living Local provide an excellent service, communication throughout the letting process and very knowledgeable friendly staff has been an absolute pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend and look forward to using your services in the future. Andrew Cuddeford - Landlord Warminster 27/04/2021

I don't often leave reviews, however I cannot thank enough Emma and Lorraine at Living Local for their excellent selling skills and managing to sell our property so quickly and hassle free. If you sell your property through living local you are guaranteed to be looked after and they will always go the extra mile to look after you. Thanks guys, I've never had better customer service than what you have given us. Simon Hails - Seller Bath 27/04/2021

I made the move over to living local from another rental management company, living local are different class. Emma and Lorraine helped me find a new tenant within the first week of advertisement. The management of the property is dealt with in a professional manner without myself having to get involved, any issues are dealt with immediately. I'd highly recommend living local to anyone!! Thanks guys! Chris Mowatt - Landlord Westbury 27/04/2021

Meet the Team

Emma Mansell
Owner and Managing Director

Having graduated from Newcastle University with a Business and Economics Degree in 2007, Emma immediately followed her passion for property by starting as a negotiator in an independent letting agency in Newcastle. Since then Emma has worked in some of the UK's leading property businesses and decided to set up Living Local back in 2015 to provide the level of service that exceeds expectations! Having been born and bred in Winlaton, Emma felt it was the perfect place to put her years of property experience into serving the local community.

Lorraine Blacklock
Valuer and Negotiator

Lorraine has been with Living Local since opening in 2015. Having lived and worked in Winlaton all her life, Lorraine’s in depth knowledge of the local area is a real asset to our customers who really value her input in their moving journey. Lorraine has made the transition from a sales and lettings negotiator to an experienced valuer who takes great pride in helping customers on their home moving journey.

Laura English
Sales and Lettings Negotiator

Laura has been with Living Local since 2017 and has a vast knowledge of the local property market. Working in both sales and lettings, Laura is always happy to have a friendly chat!

Louise Amos
Sales and Lettings Negotiator

Louise started in estate agency back in 2005 after having her family and has worked in the industry ever since. She has worked in sales and as the manager of a highly successful letting agency. Louise specialises in sales progression, ensuring that those customers who are in the process of buying/selling have the smoothest possible journey in what can be a stressful process. She goes above and beyond to help customers with anything they may need.

Leanne Cassidy
Sales and Lettings Negotiator

Leanne joined the Living Local team in 2024, bringing with her a wealth of experience in finance and customer service. Having been a lifelong resident of the area, she possesses extensive local knowledge that greatly enhances the team’s expertise. Leanne’s professional yet approachable manner ensures that clients receive exceptional support and service across both sales and lettings.

Brooke Mitchinson
Lettings Co-ordinator

Brooke joined Living Local in 2019. She found lettings to be her passion so has progressed from an administration role to our Lettings Co-ordinator. She ensures all compliance is up to date, as well as assisting the team and customers alike with exceptional customer service.