Properties to rent in Cambridgeshire and Suffolk

Explore rental properties across Cambridge, Ely, Newmarket, Cottenham, Burwell and surrounding areas, with support you can rely on at every stage.

Four reasons to rent with Pocock & Shaw

Quality homes, carefully matched

From apartments to family homes, we help tenants find well-presented rental properties suited to their needs, lifestyle and budget.

Straightforward, supportive service

We believe renting should feel clear and well managed. Our team is responsive, approachable and here to guide you through each step.

A proactive team you can rely on

From arranging viewings to progressing applications, we pride ourselves on being reliable, communicative and easy to deal with.

Support beyond move-in

Our service does not stop when you collect the keys. We remain on hand to help ensure your tenancy runs smoothly.

Here for tenants

The rental market continues to evolve, and clear guidance matters for tenants as much as landlords. From tenancy agreements and deposits to responsibilities under changing legislation, including the Renters’ Rights Act, we help make the process clear and transparent. Our aim is simple, to help tenants feel informed, supported and confident at every stage of renting.

Rent with Pocock & Shaw: Five simple steps

Step 1

Register and search

Tell us what you are looking for and explore rental properties across Cambridge, Ely, Newmarket, Cottenham, Burwell and surrounding areas that fit your requirements.

Step 2

View and apply

Arrange viewings, ask questions and, when you find the right property, submit your application with support from our team.

Step 3

Referencing and tenancy set-up

Once your application is agreed, we guide you through referencing, tenancy paperwork and the steps needed before move-in.

Step 4

Move into your new home

We help make moving in as straightforward as possible, from key handover to understanding the tenancy process.

Step 5

Ongoing support during your tenancy

Throughout your tenancy, our team is on hand to assist, offering responsive support and clear communication when needed.

Tenant questions, answered

What do I need to rent a property?

Most tenancies require identification, proof of income, references and a deposit. Our team will guide you through the application process and what is needed.

How much deposit do I need to rent a home?

Tenancy deposits are typically capped in line with legislation and vary depending on the rent. We will explain all costs clearly before you commit.

What does the Renters’ Rights Act mean for tenants?

The legislation introduces changes designed to strengthen tenant rights and modernise the rental process. We can help you understand what it means in practice.

What happens if repairs are needed during my tenancy?

If an issue arises, our team or your landlord will guide you through the reporting process and help ensure problems are addressed as efficiently as possible.

Transparent fee structure

We are transparent about all fees and costs involved in renting with us. Learn more about our fees below.

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I recently used Pocock and Shaw estate agents for the sale of my house and would highly recommend them! It was a complex chain and the staff went above and beyond to keep things moving. Special thanks to Kevin, Jan & Sandra who provided a fantastic service throughout. They responded quickly to any queries/issues/requests and were always friendly, professional, and effective. Thank you!

 

A Patel
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Sandra and all others at Pocock who helped in the sale of my mother's bungalow were always prompt in their actions and calls and patient and understanding when it was most needed.

 

G Gorst
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Cannot sing their praises enough. From start to finish they took a planned and methodical approach to the whole process rather than just snapping some pictures and bunging it on rightmove and that be it. Chris always kept us in the loop and was happy enough to pick up the phone rather than just hide behind sending emails whether it was good news or bad. If we ever decide to move again I'd happily go with them (the feeling may not be mutual)

 

M Henderson
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Professional service from all the staff from start to finish
Would definitely recommend

 

A De Luca
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An excellent experience from start to finish completing on both a sale and a purchase with Pocock & Shaw. Chris, Elen, Magnus & the team were all involved throughout the entire process and made what can be a stressful process as easy as it could be. Communication and updates were frequent which kept us informed about the progress of both transactions. Would highly recommend them to anyone. Thanks again!

 

A Jay
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I engaged Pocock & Shaw once for my elderly mother and again as her executor. I found them excellent. They gave good pricing advice, advertised the property attractively, did proper due diligence on prospective buyers, showed them round & brought the transaction along to completion very effectively. They returned calls promptly and were pleasant to deal with. I would certainly use them again.

 

F Evans
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The service overall was excellent: attentive, at all times professional and considerate and we achieved expectations with respect to asking price. We would recommend Pocock & Shaw to others.

 

K Wilkinson
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I recently purchased a house through Pocock and Shaw, and I couldn't be happier with the service, especially from Elen. When issues cropped up, she truly went above and beyond, working incredibly hard to resolve them and ensure my purchase went through smoothly. Her dedication made a potentially stressful process feel seamless. Highly recommend!

 

D Kot
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Great experience again letting my property with Pocock and Shaw. Mary was extremely knowledgable, helpful and great with communication. A very smooth process from start to finish. Highly recommended.

 

A Hind
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I had a very positive experience with Pocock + Shaw, particularly working with Judy and the lettings team. Throughout the tenancy and especially during the end-of-tenancy process, their communication was clear, professional, and timely.

The deposit process was handled fairly and transparently, and I was pleased to receive the full deposit back without unnecessary delays or disputes. Any maintenance issues raised during the tenancy were dealt with efficiently, with quick responses and reasonable turnaround times, which made living in the property much less stressful.

I would be happy to recommend Pocock + Shaw to other tenants looking for a responsive and professional property management team

 

J Li
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Really helpful. Great personal service. Timely updates. Thank you very much for all your help.

 

V Earland
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We had an incredible experience with the lettings team at Pocock & Shaw. The team is friendly, professional, and has an exceptional knowledge of local areas. We hope to have the pleasure of using their service again. We are especially grateful to Judy C. in the team, who quickly handled our never-ending list of requests and went above and beyond to help us!

 

A Mensah
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I’ve been in contact with several estate agents recently, and Pocock + Shaw have stood out as the most friendly, responsive, and efficient. Mary in particular has been fantastic — proactive, helpful, and quick to respond. Thank you for making the process so much easier.

 

L Tzschernick
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We sold a house through Pocock and Shaw Cambridge. The staff are very experienced, professional and understood our needs. They helped us every step of the way. Thank you Jan, John and Kate, cannot recommend them enough.

 

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