Osborn Franking

As one of the longest established Estate Agents in the local area, Osborn Franking has been at the forefront of property marketing in Steyning, Upper Beeding, Henfield and surrounding villages, Worthing, Lancing, Shoreham and surrounding coastal areas since 1968. 

In 2019 Benjamin Frankling the former branch manager of Osborn Humphreys took over from Stuart Osborn following his retirement and renamed the business ‘Osborn Frankling’, bringing the business into the new modern age.

As of August 2025, Benjamin Frankling, proprietor of Osborn Frankling, has merged the business with Mansell McTaggart Steyning.

Mansell McTaggart Steyning opened its doors in 2020 and has enjoyed unprecedented success as an established independent agency. Mansell McTaggart is the leading independent estate agency in Sussex, with 23 data-linked offices across the region.

This merger brings together two thriving local businesses, creating a stronger partnership with deeper roots in the community.

With Benjamin Frankling’s extensive local expertise and the support of Mansell McTaggart’s large independent network covering Sussex and Surrey, we are perfectly positioned to continue offering the very best service and expert local knowledge to all our customers.

This allows us to streamline our business model and help us concentrate more time on contacting potential buyers and sellers and enhancing our personal approach. The office will still enable us to have face to face meetings as and when required. Our improved online presence and new website, new social media campaigns on both Instagram and Facebook will enable us to ensure that your properties stand out from the rest and get maximum coverage. This still comes with guaranteed 5* personal service – (Check out our reviews).

We are still a highly capable and focused team able to draw on our many years of local knowledge and property expertise.

We handle property sales in Steyning, Upper Beeding, Henfield and surrounding villages, Worthing, Lancing, Shoreham and surrounding coastal areas.

Meet The Team

Benjamin Frankling – Began his career in estate agency in 2010 and has gained experience with independent and corporate estate agencies throughout Sussex. He joined Osborn Humphreys as a Senior Sales Negotiator in 2013 and quickly progressed to the position of Branch Manager. Benjamin has now taken over from the former owner Stuart Osborn. Statement: Having been brought up in Steyning and attended the local schools, I have a passion for the local area and to succeed in selling local properties and being part of the preservation of this beautiful historical town.

Janet Hammond

Janet Hammond Sales Manager

 01903 814888

 jan@sellinghomes.co.uk

Janet Hammond – Has been in the estate agency industry since 2003 when she moved to Steyning from Cumbria. She joined Osborn Humphreys (Osborn Frankling) in 2006. Her three children all attended Steyning Grammar School. In her spare time she looks after her two grandchildren, attends the local gym, she also loves eating melon and complaining about being cold! Statement: I love living and working in Steyning it is such a beautiful town as are its surroundings. I am very lucky to be able walk through the Cricket Field on my way to and from work. I do frequently moan about being cold!

Oliver Wiltshire

Oliver Wiltshire Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) Energy Assessor

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 info@sellinghomes.co.uk

Oliver is an important part of the team assessing and producing a EPC's and Floorplan for all of our properties. Living in Upper Beeding and originally from Shoreham Oliver has wide knowledge of the area and properties within. He offers domestic Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) assessments across the South Coast & South Downs and the surrounding areas. He is fully qualified, accredited and insured Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) with a reliable and professional service. Oliver prides himself for his efficient service guaranteeing his reports are done with 24hr of visiting the property.

Sarah Funnell

Sarah Funnell CeMAP CeRER Mortgage, Protection & Equity Release Adviser

 01903814888

 info@sellinghomes.co.uk

Sarah has worked in the Financial Services industry for a total of 27 years, starting off at Legal & General, Halifax and now as a Mortgage Advisor. In addition to regular mortgages and re-mortgages, she can advise on Buy to Let mortgages, Equity Release, and a range of Protection policies. Sarah prides herself on supporting her clients by giving advice and explanations to ensure that they have a full understanding of their mortgage and processes in buying their home or remortgaging.

Bodhi & Barbra Frankling

Bodhi & Barbra Frankling Paw, Sit and Roll Over Office Mascots

Bodhi & Barbra Frankling Are the newest and definitely the cutest members of the team. They are loved by everyone who meets them and have extensive local knowledge of Steyning Cricket Field and South Downs.

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