Welcome to the 2023 Property Awards, building on the success of the 2022 Property Awards. Achieving recognition in the property sector is a testament to a solid foundation of excellence. As the UK’s fastest growing awards platform, our aim is to bring recognition to excellence in the property sector, championing innovative property ventures and highlighting the dedication professionals bring to the ever-evolving property landscape. Step forward and stake your claim today.
Celebrate your journey with the 2023 Property Awards.
We know that many small business owners, entrepreneurs and larger organisations don't like to pay up front for awards, where fees range from £99 to more than £250 per category. With us, all your entries are free.
It just makes sense. Why pay an entry fee when you get nothing in return? If you enter an award sector with Business Awards UK and win, you pay an Award Acceptance Fee, then enjoy a raft of benefits for winning.
As a winner or finalist, you get credible industry recognition & publicity from National press releases, Google and Yahoo! News features, content marketing and case studies.
Social media marketing is important for all businesses, which is why we announce your accolades on social platforms, and regularly engage with you and your followers.
We can create quality, in-depth content with your team, making you a trusted voice in your industry, and highlighting the achievements & success of your business or enterprise.
* Trophy included: The Award Acceptance Fee includes 1x Winner’s trophy only. If you win multiple awards, additional trophies may be purchased at £99 +VAT.
** Interviews & PR: We will contact you regarding all publicity and PR opportunities based on the options you select in the entry form
We’ll send you relevant reminders
so you don’t miss key dates
Our judging panel are business experts with a wealth of knowledge in various industries. They lend their experience and business acumen to the many award sectors we cover.
Our panel consists of dozens of private & public guest judges; below are a few of our business experts who will be selecting shortlists, winners and finalists in our awards!
Interested in being a guest judge? Contact us here.
Type | Category | Description / Criteria |
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Primary | UK Estate Agent of the Year 2023 | The most prestigious title in the UK real estate industry, awarded to the estate agency that stands out above the rest. |
Primary | Best Small Estate Agent | For agencies and companies of less than 5 staff |
Primary | Best Mid-Sized Estate Agent | For agencies and companies of up to 20 staff |
Primary | Best Large Estate Agent | For agencies with more than 20 staff |
Primary | Best New Estate Agent | An award for estate agents who launched in the last 2 years |
Primary | Best Online Only Estate Agent | An award given to the top performing real estate agency that excels in solely utilising online platforms (websites, apps etc.) and technology to assist clients in buying or selling properties. |
Primary | Best Hybrid Estate Agent | A recognition for the estate agent that has mastered the art of balancing online and traditional methods to provide the best service to clients. |
Primary | Best Regional Estate Agent | A title awarded to the estate agency that serves a specific region for their exceptional performance, expertise and client satisfaction. |
Primary | Sustainability & Environment Award | A recognition for the company that prioritizes sustainability and takes concrete steps towards a greener future. |
Primary | Innovation Award | A recognition for the company that brings new and innovative ideas to the table, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. |
Primary | Best Use of Technology | An accolade for the company that effectively leverages technology to improve their products, services and processes. |
Primary | Best International Estate Agent | A recognition for the estate agency that excels in serving clients across borders and provides top-notch service to clients worldwide. |
Individual | Best Young Estate Agent | An award for the up-and-coming estate agent who shows promise and potential in the industry. |
Individual | Leadership Award | An award for directors and managment who lead by example, and excel in their field |
Individual | Rising Star Award | This award is to acknowledge and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and success of those who are well on their way to becoming a top-performing estate agent. |
Marketing & Sales | Best Social Media Campaign | An award for the company that executes the most creative, impactful and effective social media marketing campaign. |
Marketing & Sales | Best Customer Service Award | An accolade for the company that provides the best customer experience, going above and beyond to satisfy clients. |
Marketing & Sales | Best Marketing Campaign | A title for the company that executes the most effective, creative and impactful marketing campaign. |
Marketing & Sales | Best Photography and Presentation | An award for the estate agency that effectively uses visuals and presentation to market properties, showcasing them in their best light. |
People | Best Training & Development Estate Agent | An award for the estate agency that invests in the growth and development of their employees, leading to better results for clients. |
People | Best Workplace Award | A title for the company with the best work environment, fostering a positive and productive atmosphere for employees. |
People | Diversity & Inclusion Champion | A recognition for the company that promotes diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all. |
Verticals | Best Residential Estate Agent | An accolade for the estate agent who excels in handling residential properties and providing top-notch service to the public. |
Verticals | Best Commercial Estate Agent | A distinction for the estate agency that specialises in commercial properties and excels in delivering results for clients. |
Verticals | Best Property Management Estate Agent | An award for the estate agency that provides exceptional property management services and goes above and beyond for their clients. |
Verticals | Best Lettings Estate Agent | An award given to the estate agency that shines in the lettings market, providing superior service to both landlords and tenants. |
If you need any assistance completing this form, please contact us:
Award winning entries typically provide over 500 words providing meaningful and relevant details related to the categories they have entered. Telling us why you are entering these particular categories tends to help. Be specific: for example, if the category is Fastest Growing Company, provide details of how your company has grown and include basic revenue figures (eg. YoY £/%) so we can get a feel for the business growth you’re experiencing. Where possible and relevant to do so, including links to reviews/testimonials and digital assets to support your entry will also help.
Example Entry in Travel Awards:
Best Travel Company – Adventure Holidays
Excursionists UK is a travel company that specialises in adventure holidays designed to challenge and inspire our customers. Our range of adventure activities, including mountaineering, trekking, skiing, and scuba diving, are carefully curated to offer unique and unforgettable experiences.
At Excursionists UK, we believe that adventure holidays should be about more than just adrenaline-fueled activities. Our approach to adventure travel is to provide immersive and authentic experiences that connect our customers with local communities, cultures, and environments.
One of our standout adventure holiday packages is our Everest Base Camp Trek. This 14-day trek takes you through the stunning Khumbu region of Nepal, with expert guides and porters on hand to help you navigate the challenging terrain. Along the way, you will experience traditional Sherpa culture, visit ancient monasteries, and enjoy panoramic views of the world’s highest mountain.
Another popular adventure holiday package is our Arctic Expedition Cruise. This 8-day cruise takes you on a journey through the icy waters of the Arctic, with opportunities to see polar bears, walruses, and other Arctic wildlife up close. You will also have the chance to visit remote Inuit communities and learn about their way of life.
At Excursionists UK, we are committed to providing high-quality adventure holidays that are safe, sustainable, and responsible. We work closely with local communities and conservation organisations to ensure that our activities have a positive impact on the environment and the people who live there.
Our commitment to providing high-quality adventure holidays has been recognised with previous accolades including the Best Adventure Travel Company award at the 2020 British Travel Awards and the Best Small Tour Operator award at the 2021 Adventure Tourism Awards.
Rising Star Award:
Samantha Jones, Sales Manager at Excursionists UK
Samantha Jones is a dynamic and innovative sales manager who has helped to establish Excursionists UK as a rising star in the travel retail industry. Her commitment to personalised travel planning and sustainable travel has set her apart and made her a strong candidate for the Travel Retailer Rising Star Award.
Samantha’s innovative approach to travel retail, including her personalised travel planning service, has helped to increase revenue for Excursionists UK. By offering tailored travel solutions that meet the specific needs and interests of our customers, Samantha has been able to drive repeat business and attract new customers, ultimately contributing to our bottom line.
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We are proud to introduce our letting agent sponsors, Cozee.
They are London letting agents with a focus on offering a premium, efficient service. Let’s face it, those associated with business awards often transfer their money to property as their business does well.
And Cozee’s letting service keeps these properties safe, free from void periods and expertly managed. So landlords with businesses can focus on the task at hand, without having to worry about their portfolio.
Their numbers speak for themself. For just a 6% letting fee, around 40% of properties managed with Cozee are rented above market price with 200+ landlords who’ve been helped.
Cozee keeps the business owner in mind, simplifying management and being so good at what they do that 94% of landlords are currently brought in by referrals. Their expert tenant referencing service and their network of high quality, international tenants are some of the reasons why landlords love Cozee.
Business owner landlords can maximise the return from their portfolio, with the least amount of headache. Saving time for what matters in their business and personal life.
Most UK awards out there charge an entry fee (usually £99 - £200+) per category.
With such a high barrier to entry, larger companies are often disproportionately represented.
With Business Awards UK, there's zero risk in taking part. You only pay an Award Acceptance Fee if you win.
We've made the process sleek and simple so you don't have to spend hours on each application.
Just select the categories you're interested in and complete one single submission form. You can also apply for as many categories as you like, and - should you win - choose which awards to accept or decline.
We do not hold an award ceremony. Our award winners tell us this is typically just an added expense for no real gain, with awards companies cashing in on sponsorship from entrants.
Typical expenses are around £199+ per person to attend traditional ceremonies, with costs such as employee time lost, travel, food etc.
Our optional trophies are custom designed, and manufactured by the UK's premier trophy companies.
All trophies are personalised with your company and/or individual winner's name, delivered free of charge to UK Mainland addresses.
All award holders receive free digital badges to share on websites, email and social media.
There’s absolutely nothing to pay! Only entries that subsequently win the top award within their category will be charged. Finalist (runners up) awards will be offered for each category free of charge.
We encourage companies from all over the world to enter our awards, but you must do a significant amount of business with UK based companies to qualify. If we need to ask you any questions during judging, we’ll contact you via email to confirm the above.
There is no official limit on the amount of awards or award categories you can enter. Increase your chances of winning by applying for multiple awards and award categories.
In order to reduce bias on our part, we don’t run awards in areas / sectors in which we may have a commercial interest.
Our private and public judging panel is composed of internal staff, guest/external industry experts. All judges need to declare any possible conflict of interest.
We follow a stringent scoring process which has been carefully designed to ensure entries are judged fairly and consistently within each category.
We are constantly reviewing our practices and procedures to further strengthen the process.
In April 2023, our public judges panel was launched.
We score entries on a number of areas but the key criteria is how different you are from others in your sector. We also check if an example/review/testimonial/case study is provided, quality of example provided and validity.
The best way to stand out is to be as succinct as possible while providing enough detail, with a specific example related to category.
If you win an award we’ll send you a private email (ahead of the official announcement) congratulating you on your achievement.
You will receive a link to an Award Acceptance Form where you can accept or decline your awards and select trophies.
We can only announce you as a winner if you accept the award and agree to be invoiced for your Award Acceptance Fee.
We will send you a NET 30 invoice for any fees. The invoice includes our bank details and options to pay by all major credit / debit cards using PayPal or Stripe.
No, we do not offer discounts on Award Acceptance Fees. To make our programme fair to all, we have a strict policy regarding discounts. Any sector specific, sponsor related or seasonal offers will be communicated to your privately.
The applications deadline will be announced and when this is reached, no additional applications will be accepted.
In most cases, the awards will be announced 30 days after the final deadline date.
We frequently launch new awards across additional sectors. The deadlines and scheduling may be different depending on the award so please visit the relevant award page or Shortlist page for more information, or shoot us an email/Live Chat message!
Trophies: We ship all trophies FREE to UK Mainland within 2 – 4 weeks of received payment. We are unable to ship any trophies until full payment of the invoice has been received. This is to prevent fraudulent use of the trophy and award. Any errors will be responded to within 24hrs of receipt of complaint, and trophies will be remade/resent (at our cost) should a trophy be received in error. Please note: remanufacture and redelivery can take up to 7 days.
You’ll only get an award if you deserve it (after all entries have been assessed and compared against our scoring matrix).
Even if you’re the only entry in a particular award category, we won’t automatically give you the award – we’d invite additional entries instead.
We’ll never accept any money or offer of payment upfront (before you are offered the award).
Yes. The prices displayed on the website are ex VAT. VAT will be charged at the point of payment.
We consulted some of the UK’s leading accountants, and the general consensus is YES – you can claim business awards as a deductible marketing expense! You can read more here: Entering or Winning Business Awards – The Tax Advantages
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