Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Helston and Cornwall.
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Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Famous Flora Day festival. RNAS Culdrose naval air station. Strong aerospace.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Helston town centre heritage improvements; former Boating Lake area enhancement; RNAS Culdrose modernisation programme; Helston Railway restoration project
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £9 psf | £4 psf | £4 - £9 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £13 psf | £11 psf | £11 - £13 psf |
| Industrial | £4 psf | £3 psf | £3 - £4 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.
Helston benefits from growing private investor interest, particularly in hospitality & tourism opportunities.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Serviced office premises, town centre
Lock-up shop unit, Culdrose
Industrial workshop with office, Porthleven
85-bedroom serviced accommodation, Wendron
Town centre restaurant premises, Flora Day
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 Helston. 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 ProfileHelston presents development opportunities linked to Helston town centre heritage improvements. Growing demand from the Defence (RNAS Culdrose) sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.
Good appetite for aerospace.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Helston and the wider Cornwall region, from commercial property purchases to rural commercial conversions.
Helston is a historic market town on the Lizard Peninsula famous for its annual Flora Day celebrations, one of Britain's oldest surviving customs. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Defence (RNAS Culdrose), Agriculture, Tourism sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.8% and 19.5% price growth over five years, Helston offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via A394 to Penzance (12 miles) supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Helston town centre heritage improvements, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
Limited stock of institutional-grade commercial property in Helston means investors often need to consider value-add strategies. Planning timelines and local authority capacity can extend development schedules beyond initial expectations.
Helston's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Helston town centre heritage improvements. Growth in the Defence (RNAS Culdrose) sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Helston are managed by Cornwall council, which has adopted a pro-growth stance supporting commercial and mixed-use development. Local plan policies favour brownfield regeneration and town centre investment, with a streamlined approach to permitted development rights for office-to-residential conversions.
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout Cornwall.
Commercial mortgage services available across Helston and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in Helston range from approximately £4 per square foot for secondary space up to £9 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £6 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Helston vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 7.31%-10.52%, retail at 8.32%-10.73%, industrial at 6.69%-8.71%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Helston's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, hotels and guest houses, pubs and restaurants. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.