Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across St Austell and Cornwall.
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
“Historic china clay town transformed by Eden Project tourism. Major regeneration investment. Growing residential market.”
— CMB Market Analysis
White River Place town centre scheme; St Austell Brewery Quarter; West Carclaze Garden Village (1,500 homes); china clay tips restoration and leisure use; Biscovey housing expansion
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £14 psf | £5 psf | £5 - £14 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £26 psf | £12 psf | £12 - £26 psf |
| Industrial | £7 psf | £3 psf | £3 - £7 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.
St Austell benefits from growing private investor interest, particularly in industrial & logistics opportunities.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Open-plan office suite with parking, Polgooth
Ground floor shop with A1 use, Eden Project
Light industrial unit with yard, Holmbush
74-room hotel with bar and restaurant, Eden Project
Gastro-pub with car park, Polgooth
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 St Austell. 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 ProfileSt Austell presents development opportunities linked to White River Place town centre scheme. Growing demand from the China Clay (Imerys) sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.
Improving appetite with regeneration. Tourism sector understood.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across St Austell and the wider Cornwall region, from commercial property purchases to development and refurbishment projects.
St Austell is mid-Cornwall's principal town, historically defined by its china clay industry that created the distinctive white 'Cornish Alps' landscape. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across China Clay (Imerys), Tourism (Eden Project), Retail sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 6% and 19% price growth over five years, St Austell offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via GWR Cornwall Main Line to Plymouth/London supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including White River Place town centre scheme, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
The St Austell 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.
St Austell's commercial property landscape has been shaped by White River Place town centre scheme. Growth in the China Clay (Imerys) sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
St Austell falls under Cornwall 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 Cornwall.
Commercial mortgage services available across St Austell and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in St Austell range from approximately £5 per square foot for secondary space up to £14 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £8 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in St Austell vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 6.84%-9.92%, retail at 7.98%-9.71%, industrial at 6.02%-8.43%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
St Austell'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.