Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Reading and Berkshire.
Direct relationships with executives and board members of the UK's leading lenders
Former Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland professionals who understand lender criteria inside-out
Direct relationships with lender decision-makers for faster approvals and better terms
Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Thames Valley tech hub with major corporate occupiers. Elizabeth Line improves London connectivity. Premium office rents.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Station Hill; Forbury Place; Thames Quarter
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £19 psf | £9 psf | £9 - £19 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £40 psf | £29 psf | £29 - £40 psf |
| Industrial | £6 psf | £5 psf | £5 - £6 psf |
Market estimates based on Q1 2026 regional benchmarking data. For accurate valuations, contact us for a detailed assessment.
Indicative gross yields. Actual returns depend on property condition, lease terms, and tenant covenant strength.
Investor appetite for Reading commercial property remains strong, with office & professional services assets attracting the most interest.
Premium Business Park
Mixed Use Business District
Urban Regeneration
Town Centre Office
Industrial/Trade
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Grade B office building, Caversham
Ground floor shop with A1 use, Reading Town Centre
Self-contained industrial premises, Reading Town Centre
Development site with planning for 15 residential units, Caversham
64-bed registered care home with gardens, Woodley
14-unit purpose-built apartment block, Tilehurst
Mixed-use building with commercial ground floor and residential above, Tilehurst
Market estimates based on Q1 2026 regional benchmarking. For accurate valuations, contact us.
Founder & Principal Broker
With a career spanning Lloyds Bank, Bank of Scotland, and a partnership in a corporate finance business, Matt brings institutional-grade expertise to every deal in Reading. Currently a board advisor to a pension administrator and trustee with £3.9bn of assets under advisory, Matt has raised over £300m of capital for property professionals across the UK.
View Full ProfileReading presents development opportunities linked to Station Hill. Growing demand from the Technology sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.
Very strong appetite from all lender types. Premium Thames Valley location.
Broker Notes
UK's leading tech hub outside London. Elizabeth Line terminal premium. Microsoft, Oracle, PwC HQ locations at Thames Valley Park. Station Hill £750m regeneration. All major lenders competing for quality assets.
Our team has extensive experience in Berkshire property finance markets.
Reading is a major Thames Valley commercial centre with strong tech sector and excellent transport links. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Technology, Financial Services, Professional Services sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.2% and 12.5% price growth over five years, Reading offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Reading Station (major hub) supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Station Hill, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
The Reading market requires realistic expectations around liquidity and exit timelines for commercial assets. Secondary location pricing can be volatile, and investors benefit from strong local knowledge and established lender relationships.
Reading's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Station Hill. Growth in the Technology sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Reading falls under Berkshire planning authority, where the adopted local plan supports commercial development and economic growth. Planning decisions reflect a balance between heritage conservation and enabling new investment, with CIL charges and Section 106 contributions applying to larger schemes.
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout Berkshire.
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Office rents in Reading range from approximately £9 per square foot for secondary space up to £19 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £14 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Reading vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 5.75%-8.59%, retail at 6.58%-8.55%, industrial at 5.13%-6.88%, residential single-let at 6.44%, HMOs at 9.01%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Reading's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, residential investment blocks, care homes. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.
Residential investment blocks in Reading typically trade at around £195,490 per unit, or approximately £220 per square foot. Blocks of 4-24 units are the most common size bracket for private investors. Yields for single-let apartments average 6.44%, with HMO conversions achieving up to 9.01%. We can arrange commercial mortgages for blocks of 4+ units through specialist BTL lenders.
HMO investments in Reading can achieve yields of approximately 9.01%, compared to 6.44% for standard single-let properties. With 1 higher education institutions and approximately 17k students, Reading has strong HMO demand. Note that HMO licensing requirements vary by local authority -- check Article 4 directions before purchasing.
Care homes in Reading typically trade at around £60,475 per registered bed. A typical 31-bed home would therefore be valued between £1.2m and £3.6m. Care home financing is specialist in nature and we work with lenders who understand the operational and regulatory requirements of the sector.