Isle of Wight's Hose Rhodes Dickson bought by Leaders Romans Group

LRG says it extends its reach - cementing its south coast presence.

Since 1990, Hose Rhodes Dickson, which has branches in Ventnor, Newport, Bembridge, Cowes, East Cowes, Ryde, Shanklin and Freshwater, has grown to become the Island's largest estate agency.

Its three active directors, Matthew White, Marcus Waldron and Jamie Busby, will retain leadership roles within the business.

Leaders Romans Group says, under new ownership, Hose Rhodes Dickson has ambitious plans to strengthen its position within the property market, as well as bringing additional services to the Isle of Wight. 

Who are Leaders Romans Group, acquiring the Isle of Wight's Hose Rhodes Dickson?

Leaders Romans Group describe themselves as 'one of the UK’s largest property services groups.'

In 2016, they were originally three businesses: Leaders, Romans and Boyer.

They are backed by private equity firm, Platinum Equity and run around 220 branches across the country, employing over 2,600 people.

Hose Rhodes Dickson's Newport branch, when it opened in 2016.

Marcus Waldron, from Hose Rhodes Dickson said: "We’re delighted to be joining LRG and look forward to seeing the business go from strength to strength.

"Ours is a real success story – we’re very proud of what we’ve achieved so far, and we’re even more excited by what our future holds under new ownership.

"LRG is a great cultural fit for us; we continue to be a local company, led by Isle of Wight-based directors, who are committed to serving the local community. Our customers can expect the same high-quality service and values from the same dedicated and knowledgeable team, with the benefit of being supported by one of the UK’s largest and most respected property groups."

A familiar sight on the Isle of Wight.

Matthew Light, Group Mergers & Acquisitions Director at LRG said: "We’re pleased to have been selected by Hose Rhodes Dickson following a competitive process and look forward to welcoming them into the LRG family.

"The experienced team will now join our ranks and bring a wealth of local knowledge that will be supported by the additional services from LRG, helping each customer on their individual property journey.

"This move supports both the LRG and Hose Rhodes Dickson growth strategies, and we are all very excited for what is to come”

Meanwhile, Brading-based HRD Auction Rooms is not affected by today's announcement and remains independent.