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Abode is a family-run, independent estate agency with over 22 years of experience, trusted by hundreds of clients each year to successfully sell or rent their property.

We specialise in key locations where we historically operated traditional high street branches. Over time, like many industries including banking and estate agency, we recognised a significant shift in customer behaviour—fewer people were visiting physical offices, with a clear move towards a more digital and flexible approach.

In response, we have evolved our model. Today, Abode operates with a centralised team of experienced agents, each specialising in specific locations. This is supported by local valuers and viewing representatives who have genuine, on-the-ground knowledge of the areas we serve.

This structure allows us to combine the efficiency of a unified team with the local expertise of a traditional agent, ensuring consistency, stronger communication, and a higher level of service throughout the entire process.

By working collaboratively under one management structure, we have been able to increase productivity, improve results, and deliver a more seamless experience for our clients—without compromising on the personal service that defines Abode.

Abode combines strong local presence with modern, high-impact marketing.

We have a powerful online and social media profile, utilising the latest virtual viewing and digital engagement technology to attract and convert buyers and tenants.

Beyond this, we market properties physically across our territory, displaying them in the windows of prominent local businesses to extend reach, reinforce brand visibility, and capture demand beyond the traditional online portals.

This blended approach—local expertise, regional scale, and multi-channel marketing—delivers exceptional exposure, stronger buyer engagement, and consistently better results for our clients.

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Mission

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Mission

At Abode, our mission is to deliver a modern, efficient, and client-focused estate agency service, combining local expertise with a collaborative team approach. We are committed to achieving the best possible results for our clients while maintaining consistency, transparency, and the highest standards of service.

Vison

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Vison

Our vision is to become the leading modern estate agency, recognised for combining local expertise with a centralised, collaborative approach—delivering consistent, high-quality service and better results for our clients in every location we operate.

Strategy

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Strategy

Our strategy is to deliver a more efficient and consistent estate agency service by combining a centralised team structure with strong local expertise.

By moving away from traditional high street branches, we focus on building a highly skilled, collaborative team operating under one management structure. Each team member specialises in specific locations, supported by local valuers and viewing representatives who provide on-the-ground knowledge.

Meet Our Team of Experts

Abode was founded by Nathan Anderson-Dixon and was shortly thereafter joined by his sister, Sonia Bettridge. From the outset, the business has been built on a clear and unwavering ethos: to put the customer at the heart of every decision, deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients, and operate with fairness and integrity at all times.

That ethos continues to drive everything we do today and is reflected in the strength of our client relationships. It is testament to this approach that, last year, 60% of our valuation leads were generated through repeat business and personal recommendations—clear evidence of the trust our clients place in Abode and the results we consistently deliver.

Nathan Anderson-Dixon

Managing Director

Nathan founded Abode in 2001, launching the business with a £15,000 loan from his father. From those early beginnings, he has grown Abode into the area’s leading regional estate agency. As Managing Director, Nathan oversees the strategic direction and overall management of the business, ensuring Abode remains customer-focused, innovative, and results-driven.

Nathan Anderson-Dixon

Managing Director

Nathan founded Abode in 2001, launching the business with a £15,000 loan from his father. From those early beginnings, he has grown Abode into the area’s leading regional estate agency. As Managing Director, Nathan oversees the strategic direction and overall management of the business, ensuring Abode remains customer-focused, innovative, and results-driven.

Sonia Bettridge

Sales Director

Often described as the backbone of the business, Sonia is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance of the sales teams. With a meticulous and hands-on management style, she ensures consistent standards, strong communication, and exceptional customer care across the entire operation.

Sonia Bettridge

Sales Director

Often described as the backbone of the business, Sonia is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance of the sales teams. With a meticulous and hands-on management style, she ensures consistent standards, strong communication, and exceptional customer care across the entire operation.

George Brandrick

Director | Valuer – Ashbourne & Uttoxeter

George joined Abode in 2012 as a trainee and has progressed through the business to become a Director. A long-standing and highly respected member of the team, George consistently achieves one of the highest levels of repeat business within the company, reflecting the trust and loyalty of his clients.

George Brandrick

Director | Valuer – Ashbourne & Uttoxeter

George joined Abode in 2012 as a trainee and has progressed through the business to become a Director. A long-standing and highly respected member of the team, George consistently achieves one of the highest levels of repeat business within the company, reflecting the trust and loyalty of his clients.

Victoria Downing

Director | Valuer – Derbyshire

Victoria joined Abode in 2018 and has become an influential and highly successful figure within the business. She has developed the Derbyshire patch into a standout area, delivering exceptional results for clients through her experience, local knowledge, and proactive approach.

Victoria Downing

Director | Valuer – Derbyshire

Victoria joined Abode in 2018 and has become an influential and highly successful figure within the business. She has developed the Derbyshire patch into a standout area, delivering exceptional results for clients through her experience, local knowledge, and proactive approach.

Luke Saltinsall

Director | Valuer – Burton upon Trent

Luke joined Abode in 2017 as a negotiator and quickly progressed into a valuer role through his dedication and drive. Now a Director, Luke’s goals align closely with those of his clients: achieving the strongest possible price through informed valuation, targeted marketing, and skilled negotiation.

Luke Saltinsall

Director | Valuer – Burton upon Trent

Luke joined Abode in 2017 as a negotiator and quickly progressed into a valuer role through his dedication and drive. Now a Director, Luke’s goals align closely with those of his clients: achieving the strongest possible price through informed valuation, targeted marketing, and skilled negotiation.

Louise MacGregor

Senior Sales Advisor – Ashbourne

Louise has over 15 years of experience and is a highly experienced negotiator, with a skill for nurturing sales and managing to make sure that customers always get what they want.

Louise MacGregor

Senior Sales Advisor – Ashbourne

Louise has over 15 years of experience and is a highly experienced negotiator, with a skill for nurturing sales and managing to make sure that customers always get what they want.

Chloe Flanders

Valuer – Cheadle

Chloe joined Abode in 2019 and has built extensive experience across Cheadle and the surrounding villages. Known for her relaxed yet professional approach, Chloe consistently delivers superb results and maintains strong, long-term client relationships.

Chloe Flanders

Valuer – Cheadle

Chloe joined Abode in 2019 and has built extensive experience across Cheadle and the surrounding villages. Known for her relaxed yet professional approach, Chloe consistently delivers superb results and maintains strong, long-term client relationships.

Hollie Everitt

Sales Advisor – Burton upon Trent

Hollie joined Abode as a trainee and has quickly established herself as one of the team’s most efficient sales advisors. Consistently exceeding targets and expectations each month, she has made a strong impact in a short space of time.

Hollie recently received five consecutive 5-star reviews, reflecting her commitment to delivering excellent customer service. With her drive and determination, we have high hopes for her continued development within the business.

Hollie Everitt

Sales Advisor – Burton upon Trent

Hollie joined Abode as a trainee and has quickly established herself as one of the team’s most efficient sales advisors. Consistently exceeding targets and expectations each month, she has made a strong impact in a short space of time.

Hollie recently received five consecutive 5-star reviews, reflecting her commitment to delivering excellent customer service. With her drive and determination, we have high hopes for her continued development within the business.

Robert Bradley

Sales Advisor – Uttoxeter

Robert joined the team in 2026 after being spotted by our Managing Director while working within a local business. Impressed by his enthusiasm and professionalism, Nathan offered him a position at Abode—something that has already proven to be an excellent decision.

Robert brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering great service, making him a valuable addition to the team.

Robert Bradley

Sales Advisor – Uttoxeter

Robert joined the team in 2026 after being spotted by our Managing Director while working within a local business. Impressed by his enthusiasm and professionalism, Nathan offered him a position at Abode—something that has already proven to be an excellent decision.

Robert brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering great service, making him a valuable addition to the team.

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Sales Progression

Maggie joined Abode at the age of 17 as a Sales Advisor, quickly developing a strong understanding of all aspects of estate agency. Through her dedication and experience, she has progressed within the company and now plays a key role as our dedicated Sales Progressor for the Uttoxeter area.

Maggie works closely with buyers, sellers, and solicitors, guiding each transaction from agreed sale through to legal completion. Her proactive approach and attention to detail help ensure a smooth, efficient process for all parties involved.

Maggie lace

Sales Progression

Maggie joined Abode at the age of 17 as a Sales Advisor, quickly developing a strong understanding of all aspects of estate agency. Through her dedication and experience, she has progressed within the company and now plays a key role as our dedicated Sales Progressor for the Uttoxeter area.

Maggie works closely with buyers, sellers, and solicitors, guiding each transaction from agreed sale through to legal completion. Her proactive approach and attention to detail help ensure a smooth, efficient process for all parties involved.

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Sales Progression

Since joining Abode, Rebecca has made a significant impact within the team, increasing productivity across the progression process and helping to reduce fall-through rates.

Her proactive approach, attention to detail, and strong communication skills ensure that sales are progressed efficiently from offer through to completion, providing reassurance and support to both clients and colleagues alike.

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Sales P​rogression

Since joining Abode, Rebecca has made a significant impact within the team, increasing productivity across the progression process and helping to reduce fall-through rates.

Her proactive approach, attention to detail, and strong communication skills ensure that sales are progressed efficiently from offer through to completion, providing reassurance and support to both clients and colleagues alike.

Bethany Rowley

Sales Advisor – Cheadle

Bethany is from Cheadle and knows the area like the back of her hand, giving her a strong advantage when advising local buyers and sellers.

She has done an excellent job supporting Cheadle clients, consistently achieving great results and securing strong deals. Her local knowledge, dedication, and personable approach make her a trusted advisor within the community.

Bethany Rowley

Sales Advisor – Cheadle

Bethany is from Cheadle and knows the area like the back of her hand, giving her a strong advantage when advising local buyers and sellers.

She has done an excellent job supporting Cheadle clients, consistently achieving great results and securing strong deals. Her local knowledge, dedication, and personable approach make her a trusted advisor within the community.

Helen Moulson

Senior Sales Advisor – Derbyshire

Helen brings a wealth of experience to the team, combined with an enthusiasm for the job that is truly contagious. Her positive attitude and commitment make her a fantastic role model within the business.

She covers Derby, Castle Donington, and Swadlincote, where her knowledge and dedication help clients achieve the best possible outcomes.

Helen Moulson

Senior Sales Advisor – Derbyshire

Helen brings a wealth of experience to the team, combined with an enthusiasm for the job that is truly contagious. Her positive attitude and commitment make her a fantastic role model within the business.

She covers Derby, Castle Donington, and Swadlincote, where her knowledge and dedication help clients achieve the best possible outcomes.

Ben Docherty

Sales Advisor – Burton upon Trent

Ben joined Abode from a new homes sales background, bringing with him a strong understanding of customer service and the buying process.

This experience is clearly reflected in his approach, with Ben consistently delivering one of the highest levels of customer service within the business. His professionalism, attention to detail, and client-focused mindset make him a valuable member of the team.

Ben Docherty

Sales Advisor – Burton upon Trent

Ben joined Abode from a new homes sales background, bringing with him a strong understanding of customer service and the buying process.

This experience is clearly reflected in his approach, with Ben consistently delivering one of the highest levels of customer service within the business. His professionalism, attention to detail, and client-focused mindset make him a valuable member of the team.

Tyler Graney

Sales Advisor – Uttoxeter

Tyler is an energetic and enthusiastic member of the team, bringing drive and focus to everything she does.

An effective and clinical salesperson, she combines a sharp approach with strong communication skills to consistently deliver results. Her determination and professionalism make her a key asset to the Abode team.

Tyler Graney

Sales Advisor – Uttoxeter

Tyler is an energetic and enthusiastic member of the team, bringing drive and focus to everything she does.

An effective and clinical salesperson, she combines a sharp approach with strong communication skills to consistently deliver results. Her determination and professionalism make her a key asset to the Abode team.

Mickey Gaunt

Sales Advisor – Burton upon Trent

Mickey joined Abode in 2014 and is one of our most experienced agents. With a natural flair for sales and a huge personality, he brings energy and confidence to every transaction.

His experience, strong negotiation skills, and ability to build rapport with clients make him a key member of the team and a trusted advisor to buyers and sellers alike.

Mickey Gaunt

Sales Advisor – Burton upon Trent

Mickey joined Abode in 2014 and is one of our most experienced agents. With a natural flair for sales and a huge personality, he brings energy and confidence to every transaction.

His experience, strong negotiation skills, and ability to build rapport with clients make him a key member of the team and a trusted advisor to buyers and sellers alike.

Donna Plumb

Mortgage Advisor

With over 20 years of experience in financial services, and the past three years working alongside the exceptional team at Abode Estate Agents, Donna Plumb brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every client she supports.

Her customers are always her top priority, and she understands that buying a home can often feel overwhelming. Donna is committed to guiding you through the process from start to finish, ensuring everything runs as smoothly and stress-free as possible.

Whether you’re purchasing your first home, searching for a better mortgage deal, or expanding your property portfolio, Donna is here to provide clear, honest advice and dedicated support every step of the way.

Donna Plumb

Mortgage Advisor

With over 20 years of experience in financial services, and the past three years working alongside the exceptional team at Abode Estate Agents, Donna Plumb brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every client she supports.

Her customers are always her top priority, and she understands that buying a home can often feel overwhelming. Donna is committed to guiding you through the process from start to finish, ensuring everything runs as smoothly and stress-free as possible.

Whether you’re purchasing your first home, searching for a better mortgage deal, or expanding your property portfolio, Donna is here to provide clear, honest advice and dedicated support every step of the way.

Lettings Team

Dave Mason

Lettings Director

Having over 20 year’s experience as a professional letting agent in and around the Staffordshire and Derbyshire area. David brings experience and enthusiasm to an already successful team.

Dave Mason

Lettins Director

Having over 20 year’s experience as a professional letting agent in and around the Staffordshire and Derbyshire area. David brings experience and enthusiasm to an already successful team.

Jane Mason

Lettings Director

Jane has recently joined us bringing a wealth of experience and extensive knowledge of all aspects of the lettings industry. Jane finds solutions to problems and goes above and beyond to help both Landlords and Tenants. Jane will be a real asset to the business.

Jane Mason

Lettings Director

Jane has recently joined us bringing a wealth of experience and extensive knowledge of all aspects of the lettings industry. Jane finds solutions to problems and goes above and beyond to help both Landlords and Tenants. Jane will be a real asset to the business.

Kerry Schofield

Accounts

Kerry is an experienced and valued member of our lettings team. Responsible for the general accounting and making sure that landlords get paid, she has one of the most important roles in the business.

Kerry Schofield

Accounts

Kerry is an experienced and valued member of our lettings team. Responsible for the general accounting and making sure that landlords get paid, she has one of the most important roles in the business.

Brandon Walker-Insley

Valuer / Office Manager

Brandon started his agency career as a trainee and has worked his way up the ladder over a number of years. He has a can-do approach and attitude. Very well-liked by both landlords and tenants alike.

Brandon Walker-Insley

Valuer / Office Manger

Brandon started his agency career as a trainee and has worked his way up the ladder over a number of years. He has a can-do approach and attitude. Very well-liked by both landlords and tenants alike.

Stacey Hoyles

Property Maintenance Manager

Having worked in customer service environments for many years Stacey has developed a reputation for great customer service and conducts inspections and inventories for Abode. A valued team member.

Stacey Hoyles

Property Maintenance Manager

Having worked in customer service environments for many years Stacey has developed a reputation for great customer service and conducts inspections and inventories for Abode. A valued team member.

Lucy Realff

Senior Valuer – Cheadle

Lucy joined Abode in 2023 and has quickly become a valued member of the team. She plays a key role in managing property maintenance and carrying out regular inspections, ensuring our clients’ properties are well looked after and maintained to a high standard.

Lucy’s attention to detail and proactive approach help provide a smooth and reliable service for both landlords and tenants.

Lucy Realff

Senior Valuer – Cheadle

Lucy joined Abode in 2023 and has quickly become a valued member of the team. She plays a key role in managing property maintenance and carrying out regular inspections, ensuring our clients’ properties are well looked after and maintained to a high standard.

Lucy’s attention to detail and proactive approach help provide a smooth and reliable service for both landlords and tenants.

Kelsey Farnsworth

Senior Valuer – Cheadle

Kelsey began her career in lettings at just 17, gaining hands-on experience from the ground up while supporting landlords and learning every aspect of the business.

Now with over 13 years’ experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Kelsey has developed a strong understanding of property management and landlord requirements, allowing her to provide practical advice and a high level of service.

Her experience, dedication, and client-focused approach make her a key part of the Abode team.

Kelsey Farnsworth

Senior Valuer – Cheadle

Kelsey began her career in lettings at just 17, gaining hands-on experience from the ground up while supporting landlords and learning every aspect of the business.

Now with over 13 years’ experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Kelsey has developed a strong understanding of property management and landlord requirements, allowing her to provide practical advice and a high level of service.

Her experience, dedication, and client-focused approach make her a key part of the Abode team.

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