Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Property & Estate Services in Leicestershire
Established in 1905, E A Lane & Sons has built a reputation as a trusted provider of property and estate services across Leicestershire and the East Midlands. Our team of multi-disciplined Chartered Surveyors brings decades of expertise in rural, residential, and commercial property matters, serving clients with professionalism and integrity. We specialise in land agency, property valuations, planning consultancy, and agricultural law, supporting clients through complex transactions and long-term estate management. Our commitment to understanding local market dynamics ensures tailored solutions for property owners, landlords, and tenants. With a heritage spanning over a century, we combine traditional values with modern expertise to deliver exceptional service.Our clients benefit from our in-depth knowledge of rural property markets, compulsory purchase processes, and rural diversification opportunities. We pride ourselves on fostering enduring relationships, with some families having worked with us since our founding. Our services extend to livestock auctions, woodland management, and CAP reform compliance, addressing the evolving needs of the agricultural sector. Transparency, reliability, and client-focused advice remain at the core of our operations. As a RICS-accredited firm, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and technical excellence.
Services
Residential Agency
Land Agency Sales
Planning Schemes
Rural Valuations
Estate Management
Agricultural Lettings
Compulsory Purchase
Landlord Consultancy
Livestock Auctions
Woodland Management
Details
- Year established: 1905
Highlights and features
- We offer over a century of expertise in rural property and land services.
- Our team includes RICS-registered valuers and planning consultants.
- We provide tailored solutions for agricultural, residential, and commercial clients.
- Our services span property management, auctions, and legal compliance.
- We maintain long-standing relationships with families since our 1905 founding.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
Services
Residential Agency
We specialise in matching buyers and renters with residential properties across Leicestershire. Our team provides market insights, valuation services, and negotiation support to ensure successful transactions. With expertise in both historic and modern homes, we cater to diverse client needs while maintaining a focus on local market knowledge.
Land Agency Sales
Our land agency services cover sales and acquisitions of rural properties, including farms and estates. We advise on land use optimisation, boundary disputes, and development potential. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of agricultural markets and regulatory frameworks governing rural land transactions in the East Midlands.
Planning Schemes
We assist clients with planning applications and development schemes for rural and commercial properties. Our consultants navigate local authority requirements, environmental regulations, and heritage considerations to maximise project viability. This includes advising on permitted development rights and rural diversification opportunities.
Rural Valuations
Our RICS-registered valuers provide accurate property assessments for probate, insurance, and transaction purposes. Specialising in rural estates, agricultural land, and historic properties, we deliver detailed reports that meet legal and financial institution requirements across Leicestershire and surrounding areas.
Agricultural Law
We offer expert advice on agricultural law matters including tenancy agreements, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance. Our services cover milk and livestock quota transfers, CAP reform implementation, and compulsory purchase compensation claims to protect farming interests in the region.
People
Graham Nichols
Managing Director
Graham leads our team as Managing Director with qualifications including BSc (Hons) AssocRICS MNAVA and RICS Registered Valuer status. He oversees strategic operations and client relationships across our property and estate services.
Noel Manby
Planning Consultant
Noel serves as our Planning Consultant with FRICS accreditation and RICS Registered Valuer status. He specialises in navigating complex planning regulations and development schemes for rural and commercial properties.
Richard Nichols
Consultant
Richard provides consultancy expertise as a Fellow of RICS and FAAV accredited professional. His focus areas include property valuations and strategic advice for long-standing clients across the agricultural sector.
Claire Atkins
Head of Residential Lettings
Claire leads our residential lettings division with MARLA accreditation. She manages property portfolios and tenant relations, ensuring compliance with current regulations while maintaining high service standards for landlords.
Julie Walton
Head of Accounts
Julie oversees financial operations as Head of Accounts. She manages client transactions, property management fees, and ensures transparent financial reporting across all departments within our Leicester office.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Leicestershire and the East Midlands, providing property and estate services tailored to local market conditions.
Do you handle agricultural property sales?
Yes, our land agency team specialises in rural property transactions including farms, estates, and agricultural land.
Are your valuers accredited?
All our valuers hold RICS accreditation, ensuring professional standards in property assessments and reports.
Do you offer planning consultancy?
Yes, we provide planning advice for rural and commercial developments, including application support and regulatory compliance.
What livestock services are available?
We conduct live and dead stock auctions, offering market-leading solutions for agricultural clients across our region.
