MJ Gleeson plc

From first-time buyers to second steppers and downsizers, read our customers homebuying stories to hear more about why they chose a Gleeson home.

Jack and Aimee's story - Relocating with the help of Own New

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First-time buyers Aimee and Jack relocated from Oxfordshire to Langold. Moving from a 1 bedroom rented flat, their goal was to secure a larger property, improve the quality of life, and access more affordable housing, all while remaining within close proximity to Sheffield.

Emma's story - Solo homeowner secures her dream home

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When Emma began her search for a first home, her priorities were clear: affordability, location, and the ability to personalise. She found her ideal property with Gleeson, a 2-bedroom semi-detached home that met all her criteria.

Lauren and Ellie's story -Stepping onto the property ladder with confidence and excitement

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After living with their parents to save for a deposit, Lauren and Ellie are thrilled to be moving into their own space, beginning this exciting new chapter together.

Shaun and Debbie - Finding a home perfect for the needs of their family

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Shaun and Debbie, along with their children Shelley and Liam, recently moved into their new home at Gleeson’s Monarch Green development. Their primary focus was finding a property suitable for Shelley, who has HADDS Syndrome, and required a home with enhanced accessibility features.

David and Emily - Relocating with Smooth Move

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Relocating from Cheltenham to Lincolnshire, the couple found their dream home. Seeking a more manageable, energy-efficient property with room for visiting family, they were drawn by Gleeson’s blend of affordability, quality, and perfect timing.

Ronit and Pooja - From renting to stepping onto the property ladder

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After years of renting, the couple now enjoy the long-term financial and lifestyle benefits of homeownership.

Matt's story - A great investment opportunity!

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Meet Matt, a successful personal trainer from Oxford who has recently expanded his investment portfolio by purchasing a 3-bedroom detached Brandon home at Gleeson’s Safari development in Huyton, Knowsley.

Jayne and Karl's story - Downsizing and making their final move!

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Jayne and Karl were looking to make their final move and downsize from their 4 bedroom home after their son married and purchased his own place. We spoke to the couple to find out more about their journey!

Kenzie and Tyler's story - First-time buyers make it onto the property ladder thanks to Gleeson!

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Kenzie and Tyler were keen to start their next chapter together and took the leap into homeownership at our Rainsborough Park development in the growing town of Knottingley.

Bethany and Scott's story - Escaping the rent trap thanks to the First Homes scheme!

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Scott and Bethany, first-time homebuyers with two children, were looking to escape the renting trap and transition to homeownership. Encouraged by positive stories from residents in their desired community, the couple were invested and ready to buy their first home with Gleeson.

Megan and Jordan's story - A new chapter made possible thanks to Gleeson!

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After leaving their family homes and excited to begin a new chapter together, Megan and Jordan took the leap into homeownership at one of our sought-after developments in County Durham. Settling into their new Gleeson home, the couple are thrilled to finally have a place to call their own and are grateful for the opportunity to build their future together in such a beautiful location.

Agnieszka and Rafael’s story - A place to call their own for their growing family!

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After finding out they were expecting a baby, first-time buyers Agnieszka and Rafael realised that their two-bedroom rental apartment did not provide enough indoor or outdoor space to raise a family. After more than a decade of living in rental properties, they began searching for a place to call their own.

Damon and Frankie's story - Downsizing from Brighton to Cumbria!

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Meet Damon and Francesca, a retired couple who have recently downsized from a 5-bedroom semi-detached home in Brighton, to a detached 4-bedroom Blessington at one of our picturesque developments in Cumbria!

Catherine and Tim's story - From renting to buying thanks to the Smooth Move scheme!

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After deciding to take the next step in their relationship, Tim put his apartment on the market, which he and Catherine were previously living in, to start their journey in buying their first home together. With the help of the Smooth Move scheme, they swiftly made progress and settled into their new home in no time.

Natalie and James' story - Homeownership possible thanks to Gleeson and the First Homes Scheme!

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First-time buyers, Natalie and James decided they wanted to invest in their future together by taking their first steps onto the property ladder. The couple started searching for their dream home with Gleeson, and thanks to the Government's First Homes scheme saving them 30% on their overall purchase price, the couple are now happy homeowners!

Harry and Henry - Moving from a damp rented flat to a new two bedroom home

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After initially moving into rented accommodation, Harry, 24 and Henry, 21 decided they wanted to stop wasting their money on rent and to start putting it towards a deposit, so moved back in with Henry’s parents to maximise their savings.

Layla and Paul's story - From uncertainty to fulfilment, Layla and Paul's journey of finding a place called home

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After selling their previous home in Workington, and packing all their belonging to move to Australia, Layla and Paul were devastated when their plans fell through at the airport, and the couple found themselves in desperate need of somewhere to live.

Kaity and Keelan’s story - From a spare room at their parents to a 2-bedroom home of their own!

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After living with Kaity’s parents and outgrowing their spare room with a newborn baby, the couple knew it was time to start looking for their first home together and take that scary first step onto the property ladder.

Katie and Liam - Out of their parents’ houses and into their own home

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At the ages of 24, Katie and Liam were ready to move out of their parents’ homes and into their own space. Katie is a keen baker and yearned for her own kitchen to cook in and Liam was desperate for a garage for his bike and tools.

Amber - Giving her the freedom she dreamed of, while saving her money

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Amber had dreamed of buying her first home before she turned 30, which Gleeson made possible.

Ben and Rebecca - From cramped military accommodation to a spacious family home

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After 11 years of living in military accommodation, Ben and Rebecca were thrilled to move into their Gleeson home in Hull with their two children in December 2021. After living with the restrictions of military housing for so long, the couple were ready for their own space that they could personalise and make their own.

Jake and Josh - Transforming homeownership for second time buyers

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Before buying their Gleeson home together, Jake and Josh lived in a 100 year old two bedroom terraced house owned by Jake. The couple were constantly having to pay for repairs and renovations due to the age and condition of the property and their utility bills were expensive. Plus, the house was a mid-terrace, meaning the front garden and back garden were communal areas, shared with neighbours and there was limited on-street parking available.

Laura and Dom - Building a young couple the perfect place to grow their family

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Before buying their Gleeson home, Dom and Laura were renting a small two bedroom flat with a garden shared between three other flat owners, giving them no privacy. This made it difficult Dom’s five-year-old daughter from a previous relationship to stay over, due to the lack of indoor and outdoor space.

Jason - From army barracks to settling in a spacious home

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Fitness sergeant Jason has been in the army for 14 years and has seven years to go before his army contract comes to an end. After hearing about Gleeson’s partnership with Forces Property Direct through advertising within his army barracks in Shropshire, first-time buyer Jason was inspired to get in touch.

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Jack and Aimee's story - Relocating with the help of Own New

Emma's story - Solo homeowner secures her dream home

Lauren and Ellie's story -Stepping onto the property ladder with confidence and excitement

Shaun and Debbie - Finding a home perfect for the needs of their family

David and Emily - Relocating with Smooth Move

Ronit and Pooja - From renting to stepping onto the property ladder

Matt's story - A great investment opportunity!

Jayne and Karl's story - Downsizing and making their final move!

Kenzie and Tyler's story - First-time buyers make it onto the property ladder thanks to Gleeson!

Bethany and Scott's story - Escaping the rent trap thanks to the First Homes scheme!

Megan and Jordan's story - A new chapter made possible thanks to Gleeson!

Agnieszka and Rafael’s story - A place to call their own for their growing family!

Damon and Frankie's story - Downsizing from Brighton to Cumbria!

Catherine and Tim's story - From renting to buying thanks to the Smooth Move scheme!

Natalie and James' story - Homeownership possible thanks to Gleeson and the First Homes Scheme!

Harry and Henry - Moving from a damp rented flat to a new two bedroom home

Layla and Paul's story - From uncertainty to fulfilment, Layla and Paul's journey of finding a place called home

Kaity and Keelan’s story - From a spare room at their parents to a 2-bedroom home of their own!

Katie and Liam - Out of their parents’ houses and into their own home

Amber - Giving her the freedom she dreamed of, while saving her money

Ben and Rebecca - From cramped military accommodation to a spacious family home

Jake and Josh - Transforming homeownership for second time buyers

Laura and Dom - Building a young couple the perfect place to grow their family

Jason - From army barracks to settling in a spacious home

About Us

Investors

Sustainability

Governance

News and Media

Customer Case Studies

Jack and Aimee's story - Relocating with the help of Own New

Emma's story - Solo homeowner secures her dream home

Lauren and Ellie's story -Stepping onto the property ladder with confidence and excitement

Shaun and Debbie - Finding a home perfect for the needs of their family

David and Emily - Relocating with Smooth Move

Ronit and Pooja - From renting to stepping onto the property ladder

Matt's story - A great investment opportunity!

Jayne and Karl's story - Downsizing and making their final move!

Kenzie and Tyler's story - First-time buyers make it onto the property ladder thanks to Gleeson!

Bethany and Scott's story - Escaping the rent trap thanks to the First Homes scheme!

Megan and Jordan's story - A new chapter made possible thanks to Gleeson!

Agnieszka and Rafael’s story - A place to call their own for their growing family!

Damon and Frankie's story - Downsizing from Brighton to Cumbria!

Catherine and Tim's story - From renting to buying thanks to the Smooth Move scheme!

Natalie and James' story - Homeownership possible thanks to Gleeson and the First Homes Scheme!

Harry and Henry - Moving from a damp rented flat to a new two bedroom home

Layla and Paul's story - From uncertainty to fulfilment, Layla and Paul's journey of finding a place called home

Kaity and Keelan’s story - From a spare room at their parents to a 2-bedroom home of their own!

Katie and Liam - Out of their parents’ houses and into their own home

Amber - Giving her the freedom she dreamed of, while saving her money

Ben and Rebecca - From cramped military accommodation to a spacious family home

Jake and Josh - Transforming homeownership for second time buyers

Laura and Dom - Building a young couple the perfect place to grow their family

Jason - From army barracks to settling in a spacious home

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