Independent & Director-Led
About Henry Blake: Director-Led Property
Management in Reading
Henry Blake is a premium property management brand built on a foundation of operational competence and traditional service. We provide the director-led oversight required to protect high-value residential assets and ensure professional living standards.
Management Built
on Experience.
Property management works best when it is barely noticed. At Henry Blake, we coordinate all parties, ensure full regulatory alignment, and keep each property performing at its best. Our professional management approach is built on a structured process that prioritises quality, compliance, and long-term value.
As an independent, director-led firm, we represent landlords who take pride in doing things properly. From single-family homes to multi-let HMOs, our process is built on precision, care, and a deep understanding of the Reading and Berkshire markets.
At a Glance
Core Entity FactsHenry Blake Properties Ltd
Reading, Newbury & West Berkshire
Director-Led Management, HMO Compliance, Tenant Selection
Justin brings 20+ years in Reading property management
Experience overseeing 280+ managed properties
Worked with 150+ landlords in previous roles
Founder Justin Digance brings two decades of hands-on experience with Reading landlords and tenants.
Landlords supported in building and maintaining professional portfolios.
Landlords supported converting their properties to high-end rentals across the Reading region.
A Complete Management Service.
From initial consultation to ongoing portfolio oversight, our process is designed to remove the noise and ensure your property performs at its best.
Valuation & Consultation
Initial site visit, rental yield advice, and property improvement recommendations to maximise long-term asset value.
Strategic Marketing
Targeted listing across major portals including Rightmove, Zoopla, and SpareRoom, supported by professional photography.
Tenant Vetting & Selection
Accompanied viewings and independent, director-level referencing to ensure stable, high-quality tenancies.
Financial Management
Efficient rent collection, arrears oversight, and secure deposit handling via government-authorised schemes.
Director-Led Reporting
Monthly financial statements and regular operational updates to keep you informed of your portfolio's performance.
Maintenance Coordination
24/7 reactive maintenance oversight and access to a trusted network of professional local contractors.
Regulatory Compliance
Management of Gas Safety, EICR, EPC, and HMO licensing to ensure your portfolio remains 100% compliant.
Ongoing Oversight
Periodic property inspections, tenancy renewals, and utility transfers managed as a seamless operational system.
“Helping landlords protect, manage, and grow their investment with director-led confidence.”
Regulatory Rigour
In an industry where standards are often lax, we treat compliance as a commercial safeguard. From HMO licensing to safety certifications, we ensure every property is 100% legally and operationally aligned.
Director-Led Service
Unlike faceless national chains, our directors are directly involved in the day-to-day oversight of your properties. This ensures high-level accountability and a more strategic approach to management.
Mutual Respect
Professional renting is built on operational competence and mutual respect. We provide a safe, well-maintained home, and we look for tenants who take pride in where they live.
Ensures all landlord and tenant funds are held in a protected, ring-fenced account with full insurance coverage.
Registered for data protection compliance, ensuring all client information is handled with absolute security and privacy.
Government-authorised deposit protection scheme providing security for tenant deposits and independent dispute resolution.
Full membership with the UK's leading landlord body, ensuring we are always at the forefront of legislative changes.
Authorised by the Department for Communities and Local Government to provide independent redress for property consumers.
Common Enquiries
Direct answers regarding the Henry Blake approach and operational standards.
Who is Henry Blake?
Henry Blake is a director-led property management and lettings company serving landlords and tenants in Reading and Berkshire. The team focuses on compliance, HMO oversight, tenant standards, maintenance coordination and long-term asset protection.
What does Henry Blake specialise in?
We specialise in the management of high-quality residential properties, including single-family homes and professional multi-let HMOs. Our core expertise lies in regulatory compliance, tenant vetting, and proactive maintenance orchestration.
Why choose a director-led property management company?
Director-led management ensures high-level accountability and strategic oversight. Unlike national chains, our directors are directly involved in the day-to-day management of your portfolio, ensuring that standards never slip.
What accreditations does Henry Blake hold?
Henry Blake is fully accredited with the Property Redress Scheme (PRS), Client Money Protect (CMP), and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). We are also active members of the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA).
What They Say.
What They Say.
“The property is exactly as advertised. No surprises, straightforward and professional. Highly recommended!”
Jide Olanipekun
Tenant
“The experience dealing with Justin and the team was brilliant, they found the right tenant promptly and the service provided was confident and professional.”
Daniel Coles
Landlord
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Meet The Team.
Meet The Team.
Executive Director & Owner
Justin Digance
With nearly 30 years in property across Basingstoke and Reading, Justin brings military discipline and a hands-on, service-led approach to Henry Blake, where he remains committed to closing the knowledge gap between landlords and tenants for a more harmonious rental sector.
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