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This month, we are delighted to celebrate a very special milestone at Boxall Brown & Jones, as Anthony Lomas and Sarah Brooks both reach 20 years with the business. Twenty years is a fantastic achievement and it gives us the opportunity to recognise not only their long service, but the important contribution they have both …

From Derby’s established suburbs to the popular communities around Belper, the local property market continues to offer opportunities for buyers and sellers When you read about the UK property market, it can sometimes be difficult to know what the headlines actually mean for your own home. The national market can be moving in one direction …

Whether you’re buying your first home, upsizing, downsizing or searching for a rental property, summer is often one of the best times of year to make your move. Longer daylight hours, improved weather and the opportunity to complete a move before the new school term make this a popular season for buyers, tenants and landlords …

As we move further into 2026, the Renters’ Reform Act is encouraging a wave of positive change across the UK and both Derby and Belper are feeling its benefits.  At Boxall, Brown & Jones, we’ve been closely monitoring how this landmark legislation is reshaping the rental landscape—bringing greater fairness, security and transparency for both tenants …

On 27 June 2026, one of our Partners, Chris Birds, will be swapping the usual day-to-day routine for something significantly more challenging… dancing in front of a live audience at Derbyshire Unstrictly Dancing. After several weeks of training with professional dancers, Chris will take to the stage—proving that determination, enthusiasm and a healthy sense of humour can sometimes …

At Boxall Brown & Jones, we believe that thriving communities are built on creativity, collaboration and local pride. That’s why we are delighted to announce our sponsorship of the Six Streets Arts Trail, one of Derby’s most popular community events. The Six Streets Arts Trail is a volunteer-led celebration of art, craft, music and community, …

The housing market across Derby and Belper is continuing to demonstrate resilience and renewed confidence, creating positive opportunities for buyers, sellers and investors alike. As market conditions have stabilised, we are seeing increasing numbers of motivated buyers returning to the market. Competitive mortgage products, improving consumer confidence and continued demand for quality homes across Derbyshire …

The Renters’ Rights Act represents one of the biggest reforms to the private rented sector in decades. Introduced to improve security, standards and transparency across the rental market in England, the legislation significantly changes how tenancies are managed for landlords, tenants and letting agents. The reforms officially came into effect from 1st May 2026 and …

This year marks a significant milestone for Boxall Brown & Jones as Partner Chris Birds celebrates 25 years with the firm. Having joined in 2001, Chris has played a central role in the growth and success of the business. Here, he reflects on his journey, the changes he has witnessed across the Derby property market, …