Informed Renting
Managed Homes in Reading & Berkshire.
We specialise in high-standard residential lettings for professionals and families. Every home we market is managed directly by our team, ensuring you receive a responsive, professional service throughout your tenancy.

Clear Communication.
High Standards.
With Henry Blake, you can expect clear communication and professional standards. Repairs are handled swiftly and fairly. We manage properties to ensure safe, compliant living, whether in a shared HMO or a family home, so you can settle in with complete confidence.
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A curated selection of our highest-standard professional house shares and individual residences, managed directly by our directors.
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Find Your Next Home.

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Fair Standards. Clear Expectations.
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.
What we expect from you
Pay rent on time via direct debit to support smooth management.
Keep the property clean, tidy, and free of clutter, especially communal areas and fire escape routes.
Treat housemates and neighbours with respect: reasonable noise levels, advance notice for guests.
Report maintenance issues promptly through our portal or app.
Follow house rules like no smoking indoors, no candles/incense, and proper waste disposal.
Ventilate rooms to prevent damp/mould, and avoid overloading shared utilities.
What you can expect from us
Repairs handled efficiently: Report via portal; we triage, coordinate contractors, and update you within 24 hours for non-emergencies.
Fair, scheduled inspections (announced in advance) to maintain safety and compliance standards.
Proactive compliance with gas safety, EICRs, fire alarms, and EPCs: all current and documented.
Transparent rent handling with no hidden fees, per reading and UK-wide protections.
Single point of contact for queries, with responses during office hours (emergencies 24/7).
Deposit protection and end-of-tenancy fairness under 2025 Renters’ Rights Act standards.
Fees may apply
Lettings Fees Policy (England)
In accordance with the Tenant Fees Act 2019 and the Renters’ Rights Act 2025-as-amended, the following policy explains which payments may be made by tenants and which are paid by the landlord or agent.
No letting fees are charged to tenants
We do not charge tenants any letting, administration, referencing, check-in, check-out, renewal or similar fees in connection with an assured shorthold tenancy or similar housing tenancy in England. These costs are borne by the landlord or the agency.
Permitted payments by tenants
In England, the only payments that may be required from a tenant are:
- Rent, as agreed in the tenancy agreement.
- A refundable tenancy deposit, capped at up to 5 weeks’ rent where the annual rent is less than £50,000, or up to 6 weeks’ rent where the annual rent is between £50,000 and £100,000.
- A holding deposit, if taken, capped at 1 week’s rent. It must be refunded within 7 days if the tenancy proceeds, or applied to the first month’s rent or deposit, subject to the statutory holding-deposit rules.
- Default fees where permitted by law, including a late-rent fee capped at 3% above the Bank of England base rate on the unpaid rent, or reasonable costs for replacing lost keys or security devices where required by the tenancy agreement.
- Utilities, council tax, TV licence and communications services, where the tenant is liable under the tenancy agreement or service contract.
- Payments related to ending the tenancy early at the tenant’s request, and any associated variation, assignment or novation fee, capped at £50 or reasonable costs if higher.
Deposit protection
Any tenancy deposit taken from a tenant will be protected in a government-approved tenancy deposit scheme within the statutory deadline, and the tenant will be provided with prescribed information about the scheme.
“Landlords face rising taxes and regulations, making quality agents like Henry Blake essential for sustainable, compliant homes that benefit everyone.”
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Reading, Berkshire?
Reading offers exceptional transport links to London and Heathrow, supported by a strong local economy and professional community. As an independent, director-led firm, we coordinate your transition to Reading or Berkshire with a focus on quality, managed housing.
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What They Say.
What They Say.
“Very professional, organised and up to date with all information. They took care of everything as well as provided guidance as required. Very efficient in terms of assistance required even after moving in. 10/10 to you...”
Aditya Parab
Tenant
“He’s very good and helpful ❤️👌🏻”
Jasleen Kaur
Tenant
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