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Dwelly Acquires Shaws in Ninth Deal of 2026, Expanding London Portfolio

Dwelly has completed its ninth acquisition of 2026 with the purchase of Kensington-based lettings agency Shaws. The deal adds around 250 fully managed properties to Dwelly’s network, bringing its nationwide portfolio to more than 14,000 properties under management.

Shaws, established in 1994, provides sales and lettings services across Kensington, West Kensington, Barons Court, Hammersmith and Fulham, and is noted for its expertise in the Queen’s Club Gardens market. This acquisition follows Dwelly’s previous London deals involving Settio and Eden Harper, as the group continues to expand its presence in the capital.

Shaws’ managing director, Dan Glewis, will remain with the business following the acquisition. Dwelly has stated it plans to retain the agency’s existing local expertise and team, while introducing its own technology and operational processes.

The group also indicated that the acquisition reflects its confidence in London’s rental market. Dwelly’s head of M&A, Sam Humphreys, commented on the importance of investing in London and highlighted Shaws’ reputation and leadership team as key factors in the transaction. Retaining the Shaws team and their local market knowledge was described as an important part of the deal.

This development is relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as it signals ongoing consolidation in the lettings sector and the increasing role of technology and operational integration in property management.