Zoopla Property Group Plc (ZPG)

Zoopla Property Group Plc operates several prominent digital platforms in the UK, including Zoopla, uSwitch, PrimeLocation, and Property Software Group. The company aims to provide valuable resources for consumers engaged in finding, moving, or managing their homes, while also serving as an effective partner for businesses in related sectors. Zoopla assists consumers in navigating the property and home services comparison markets, enabling them to make informed decisions. Simultaneously, it helps professionals enhance their business operations. The group employs a multi-brand and multi-channel strategy, with each brand occupying a unique position in the market, collectively attracting over 50 million visits per month across its websites and mobile applications.

Steven Weller

Managing Director of Comparison Services

12 past transactions

Rastreator.com

Acquisition in 2021
Rastreator.com is a leading online insurance comparison platform in Spain, specializing in providing users with the ability to compare various insurance products and services. The platform offers price comparisons for a wide range of offerings, including insurance policies, telecommunications, internet service providers, travel services, energy rates, and banking products. By facilitating informed decision-making, Rastreator enables clients to select the options that best meet their individual needs. As a part of the Admiral Group, Rastreator has established itself as a pioneer in the online comparison market, enhancing consumer access to essential services.

LeLynx.fr

Acquisition in 2021
LeLynx.fr is an insurance company that provides car, motorcycle, home, and health insurance services.

Confused.com

Acquisition in 2020
Confused.com is a financial comparison website located in Cardiff, Wales. It allows users to input their information to explore a wide array of financial service providers, helping them find optimal deals. The platform specializes in comparing various insurance and financial products, including car, home, health, travel, and life insurance. By offering comprehensive comparisons, Confused.com enables consumers to make informed decisions about their financial needs.

Calcasa

Acquisition in 2017
Calcasa is a provider of automated property valuations and statistical market analysis, known for its advanced Automated Valuation Model (AVM) that delivers accurate valuations of individual homes. The company's solutions are widely recognized and utilized by mortgage lenders, investors, real estate companies, government agencies, and other organizations that require reliable property assessments. Calcasa's platform facilitates effective risk management for its clients by offering comprehensive automated valuation and portfolio services. Its high coverage and precision have garnered recognition from major rating agencies and regulators, making it a trusted resource in the real estate and mortgage sectors.

Money.co.uk

Acquisition in 2017
Money.co.uk is a financial comparison website catering to UK consumers and businesses. It offers access to up-to-date market data, clear and straightforward guides, and various money-saving offers. The platform enables users to compare financial products such as mortgages, loans, credit cards, bank accounts, and insurance from over six hundred providers. Money.co.uk also provides expert assistance on common financial questions, helping users make informed decisions. Additionally, its impartial money-saving newsletter equips subscribers with essential tools to identify the best deals available, ultimately aimed at helping them save money.

Ravensworth

Acquisition in 2017
Ravensworth Digital Services Limited specializes in providing comprehensive print and marketing services tailored for estate agents and letting agents throughout the United Kingdom. The company offers a wide array of property marketing products, including brochures, flyers, business cards, and various display materials. Ravensworth supports clients at every stage of the property marketing journey, from initial listings to post-sale efforts, with services that encompass design, direct mail, email marketing, and campaign management. Additionally, the company features a Marketing ToolKit, an online platform for coordinating marketing campaigns, and Photofixr, a photo enhancement service. Founded in 1989 and based in Cramlington, Ravensworth has established itself as one of Europe’s largest providers of on-demand print services, leveraging 40 years of experience in the property market and a commitment to cutting-edge technology and sustainability.

Landbay

Venture Round in 2017
LANDBAY is a full-stack mortgage lender that facilitates investment in UK residential mortgages for retail, institutional, and local government clients. Through its platform, LANDBAY matches funding to a diversified portfolio, promoting the development of quality private rental accommodation across England and Wales. The company originates mortgages through a network of accredited intermediaries and strategic partnerships, including collaboration with Zoopla Property Group. LANDBAY is fully authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), ensuring compliance and oversight in its operations.

Expert Agent

Acquisition in 2017
Expert Agent Limited, founded in 2003 and based in Frome, United Kingdom, specializes in developing cloud-based software solutions tailored for real estate agencies. The company provides a comprehensive workflow solution that supports the day-to-day management of inventory, marketing, and communications for estate and letting agents throughout the UK. As a pioneer in the industry, Expert Agent was the first UK provider to offer online estate and letting agency software, ensuring a fully cloud-based experience for its clients. The software is designed to be user-friendly, with a focus on optimizing the experience for tablets and iPads, thereby enhancing presentation capabilities for both residential and commercial estate agents. In 2017, Expert Agent became a subsidiary of Zoopla Ltd.

Hometrack

Acquisition in 2017
Hometrack Australia Pty Ltd, founded in 2007 and based in Sydney, provides property data services primarily for the financial sector. As a subsidiary of Realestate.com.au Pty Ltd since 2018, the company offers a range of products, including property data analytics, customized data platforms, and an Automated Valuation Model (AVM). Hometrack is recognized for delivering fast and accurate market intelligence and valuations that assist various stakeholders in the property ecosystem, such as lenders, investors, and developers, in making informed decisions regarding investments, asset optimization, and lending practices. The company has established a strong reputation in the industry, providing over 50 million automated valuations annually and expanding its reach into European markets through strategic partnerships.

Technicweb

Acquisition in 2016
Technicweb Limited is a website design agency based in Essex, United Kingdom, specializing in creating websites for residential and commercial estate agents. Founded in 2003 by Andrew Clack and Charles Forrester, the company has developed over 1,500 property websites, catering to both small agencies and large multi-disciplined firms. Technicweb offers customizable website templates, responsive design, and a range of services including search engine optimization and social media integration. Their expertise allows them to provide tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of the real estate sector, enabling agencies to effectively manage and present their properties online. As a subsidiary of Zoopla Property Group, Technicweb continues to enhance its offerings to support the evolving demands of the property market.

The Property Software Group

Acquisition in 2016
The Property Software Group specializes in developing and supplying software and media solutions tailored for the property industry in the United Kingdom. The company offers a range of products including lettings, property management, accounting, and estate agency software, catering to property managers, letting agents, and estate agents. In addition to software solutions, it provides EncoreLive, a system designed for residential estate agents, as well as websites for both single-office and multi-office agencies operating in residential sales, lettings, and commercial environments. The company also offers web design services and maintains a consumer-facing property portal. Founded in 2007 and based in Luton, The Property Software Group was previously known as GMG Property Services Group until it rebranded in December 2013. It operates as a subsidiary of Zoopla Property Group.

Uswitch

Acquisition in 2015
Uswitch is a London-based online and telephone comparison service that enables consumers to compare prices across a variety of products and services. The platform primarily focuses on utilities such as gas and electricity, as well as telecommunications, offering comparisons for home phone, broadband, and digital television services. Additionally, Uswitch provides comparisons for personal finance products, including mortgages, credit cards, current accounts, and insurance. By offering these services, Uswitch aims to facilitate informed decision-making for consumers seeking the best deals in the market.
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