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Keep your fingers firmly on the pulse of the UK commercial property industry with up-to-date news and views relevant to your business. We’ll also cover key aspects of business support from the UK government, as well as in-depth location guides of the towns and cities where our high-value, low-cost business space is situated.

  1. Positive signs for Welsh commercial property sector

    Positive signs for Welsh commercial property sector

    Positive performance for Welsh commercial property suggests investors are looking beyond London for viable projects. April saw a doubling of property deals throughout the UK and this is likely to have a knock on effect for the Welsh market. Many investors are being put off by high London prices, with the city widely seen as a safe haven for commercial...
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  2. Location, location….. London?

    Location, location….. London?

    Whereas the popular property mantra, 'location, location, location' rings particularly true for residential property, analysts say that with commercial property, you are more likely to hear the words 'London, London, London'. With the capital offering guaranteed uptake and good returns, it is seen as a safe haven for investors and multi-nationals during uncertain economic times: "We're back to boom levels...
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  3. Location, location….. London?

    Location, location….. London?

    Whereas the popular property mantra, 'location, location, location' rings particularly true for residential property, analysts say that with commercial property, you are more likely to hear the words 'London, London, London'. With the capital offering guaranteed uptake and good returns, it is seen as a safe haven for investors and multi-nationals during uncertain economic times: "We're back to boom levels...
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  4. Location, location….. London?

    Location, location….. London?

    Whereas the popular property mantra, 'location, location, location' rings particularly true for residential property, analysts say that with commercial property, you are more likely to hear the words 'London, London, London'. With the capital offering guaranteed uptake and good returns, it is seen as a safe haven for investors and multi-nationals during uncertain economic times: "We're back to boom levels...
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  5. Now is the time to invest in Commercial Property, say experts

    Now is the time to invest in Commercial Property, say experts

    Commercial property experts believe the market has bottomed out following a difficult few years. Savvy investors should take this opportunity to create above average returns. This news comes as UK commercial property prices rose for the first time in a year and a half in May, as a result of a boost in the office and industrial sectors. UK commercial...
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  6. Birmingham bracing itself for commercial property explosion

    Birmingham bracing itself for commercial property explosion

    With continued development of the HS2 rail project, and recent road infrastructure improvements like the M6-Toll, Birmingham is preparing itself for a boom in commercial property demand. Later this year the government's proposed £33 billion high speed rail network is likely to be ratified, which will improve transport links from Britain's second largest city to the capital. This is likely...
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  7. How to find a good office space in London

    How to find a good office space in London

    London continues to be Europe's most popular and sought-after office location, being an innovative hub of commerce with access to a wealth of labour and business opportunities. If you are thinking about locating in the capital, follow our easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide: Think about the size of office you need. This means thinking about your future growth forecasts and making a...
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  8. Regional property markets offer alternative investment opportunities

    Regional property markets offer alternative investment opportunities

    Following a good year for the London commercial property market, with investors spending more money in London than the rest of the country, regional markets are finally making a comeback. It has been a difficult year for regional commercial property, with values falling as inward investment has shifted towards London's safer haven. However, investors like Legal & General Group Plc...
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  9. Bad property loans rise to quarter of total

    Bad property loans rise to quarter of total

    Almost a quarter of British commercial property borrowers in Britain are experiencing negative equity, according to a new study. De Montfort University's report shows that the value of many real estate loans is higher than the actual property value, highlighting the impact of reckless lending prior to the global financial crisis. The total figure of loans experiencing negative equity is...
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  10. Manchester commercial property sector on the up

    Manchester commercial property sector on the up

    Manchester's commercial property market has benefited from impressive investment this spring. Increases in occupier and investor activity and has almost rivalled London's recent fillip, indicating that further national economic recovery is imminent. First quarter office market take-up is 61 per cent up on 2012, at 274,800 square foot, driven by a number of large city centre office deals including Traveljigsaw...
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Industrial

Industrial units to suit every need in many of the UK’s thriving commercial hubs.

Retail

Hand-picked retail units with great amenities in areas boasting significant footfall.

Office

Bright and spacious office space, ideal for fostering collaboration and innovation.

Studio

Creative studios in characterful buildings, designed to inspire.

Yard

Highly secure yards with hard standing and direct links to key motorways.

Workshop

Fully serviced workshops, ideal for hands-on businesses and individuals.

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Desirable rental properties for hard-working families and professionals alike.

Trade

Versatile units, ready to go as customer-facing trade counters from day one.

Land

Blank canvas open land for large and small businesses.