LSL Property Services (CHIX:LSLL) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 26, 2026)

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CHIX:LSLL LSL Property Services PLC CHIX:LSLL
64 GF Score
Price £2.42
GF Value £2.84
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is LSL Property Services Moat Score?

LSL Property Services CHIX:LSLL +0.83% 64 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates CHIX:LSLL with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of £2.84 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,869 Real Estate companies, LSL Property Services ranks better than 96.2% on this metric.

LSL Property Services has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

LSL Property Services has Narrow Moat: LSL Property Services PLC has a discernible but modest moat due to its established market presence and some customer loyalty. The company benefits from a decent distribution network but lacks strong intellectual property or significant regulatory barriers.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes LSL Property Services might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

LSL Property Services  (CHIX:LSLl) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

LSL Property Services Moat Score Related Terms

CHIX:LSLL vs CBRE, BEKE, JLL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Real Estate Services subindustry, LSL Property Services's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

LSL Property Services Moat Score vs Real Estate Industry

For the Real Estate industry and Real Estate sector, LSL Property Services's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where LSL Property Services's Moat Score falls into.


CHIX:LSLL
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
LSL Property Services (CHIX:LSLL) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 26, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, LSL Property Services ranks #71 out of 1869 companies in the Real Estate industry, placing it in the top 3.8%.
Is LSL Property Services' Moat Score too high?
LSL Property Services' current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, LSL Property Services ranks #71 out of 1869 companies in the Real Estate industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, LSL Property Services has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LSL Property Services' Moat Score compare to CBRE and BEKE?
According to the Real Estate industry distribution chart, LSL Property Services ranks #71 out of 1869 companies for Moat Score. This places LSL Property Services in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Real Estate company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Real Estate industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. LSL Property Services's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LSL Property Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LSL Property Services (CHIX:LSLL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £2.84, compared to a current price of £2.42 — trading 14.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. LSL Property Services' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For LSL Property Services (CHIX:LSLL), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is LSL Property Services (CHIX:LSLL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LSL Property Services stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of £2.42 is trading 14.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of £2.84. GuruFocus considers LSL Property Services to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:LSLL:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: £2.84 vs. price of £2.42 (14.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:LSLL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

LSL Property Services Business Description

Other Exchanges LSL:UK
Address Newcastle House, Albany Court, Newcastle Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, GBR, NE4 7YJ
LSL Property Services PLC provides residential property services to consumers. The Estate Agency Franchising segment provides services related to the sale and letting of residential properties, Financial Services segment reflects the Financial Services income generated from the Estate Agency segment. The Surveying and Valuation Services segment provides valuations and professional survey services for residential properties. Some of the company's offerings include residential sales, lettings, surveying, conveyancing, and advice on mortgages and non-investment insurance products. Geographically all the business is operated in the UK and it derives the majority of its revenue from the Surveying and Valuation segment.
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