Barnstaple, DevonLocal lender appetite and market data

Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in Barnstaple

CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Barnstaple and Devon. Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, institutional-grade underwriting, direct lender access and decisions in 48 hours.

£300M+
Capital Raised
48hrs
Decision Time
100+
Lender Panel
£165
Avg Price/sq ft
6%
Average Yield
+17.5%
5yr Price Growth
+13%
5yr Rental Growth

Barnstaple commercial mortgage brokers, ex-bankers with direct lender access

CMB combines former Lloyds and Bank of Scotland underwriting experience with direct board-level relationships at the UK's leading commercial lenders.

Ex-Banking Background

Former Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland professionals who understand lender criteria inside-out

Board-Level Access

Direct relationships with lender decision-makers for faster approvals and better terms

£300M+ Track Record

Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK

Barnstaple commercial property market signals

The factors lenders weigh when assessing Barnstaple commercial mortgages, sector demand, transport connectivity and active regeneration programmes.

Regional centre for North Devon. Strong agricultural hinterland. Tourism based on North Devon coast.

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Key Industries

  • Retail & Market Town Services
  • Agriculture
  • Tourism
  • Healthcare (NDDH)
  • Manufacturing

Transport Links

  • Tarka Line rail to Exeter (65 mins)
  • A361 North Devon Link Road to M5 (40 miles)
  • A39 Atlantic Highway to Bideford/Bude
  • Barnstaple bus station hub

Regeneration

Seven Brethren mixed-use development; Barnstaple Civic Centre redevelopment; Anchorwood Bank riverside scheme; Brannam and Larkbear growth areas; Queen Street heritage improvements

Listen: Devon Q1 2026 commercial property briefing

The Devon regional briefing covering Barnstaple and the wider region. A Q2 2026 commercial property briefing on Devon, the largest county in the South West, anchored by Plymouth on the naval and marine-engineering coast and Exeter on the M5 and A30 growth axis, with a long tail of Torbay tourism, South Hams retirement and North Devon coastal markets. We walk through transaction volumes across the eighteen principal towns, recent Acuitus auction yields between roughly seven point eight and nine point nine percent, and where lender appetite sits today.

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HMLR transaction evidence

Barnstaple commercial property transaction evidence

105 commercial sales in Barnstaple across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 31 records in the current sample are confidently sector-classified; the wider recent sample is shown as general commercial transaction evidence.

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RetailQ3 2025

92, High Street, Barnstaple

Sale price
£165,000
OfficeQ2 2025

Onyx Business Park, Unit 1a, Enterprise Road, Roundswell, Barnstaple

Sale price
£1,044,000
RetailQ1 2025

77, High Street, Barnstaple

Sale price
£300,000
OfficeQ1 2025

Fishleigh Court, Unit B4, Fishleigh Road, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple

Sale price
£317,500
IndustrialQ1 2025

Unit 1d, Grange Hill Industrial Estate, Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple

Sale price
£144,000
AgriculturalQ1 2025

Higher Shutescombe, The Barn, Charles, Brayford, Barnstaple

Sale price
£35,000
OfficeQ1 2025

Lloyds Chambers, The Square, Barnstaple

Sale price
£415,000
OfficeQ1 2025

Lloyds Chambers, The Square, Barnstaple

Sale price
£460,000
OfficeQ1 2025

Lloyds Chambers, The Square, Barnstaple

Sale price
£500,000
OfficeQ1 2025

The Custom House, The Strand, Barnstaple

Sale price
£80,000
OfficeQ4 2024

Fishleigh Court, Unit C1, Fishleigh Road, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple

Sale price
£306,000
OfficeQ4 2024

Fishleigh Court, Unit B5, Fishleigh Road, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple

Sale price
£375,000
AgriculturalQ4 2024

Bableigh Barn, Landkey, Barnstaple

Sale price
£260,000
OfficeQ4 2024

Unit 1, John Penrose Road, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple

Sale price
£14,950,000
AgriculturalQ3 2024

Higher Pitt Barn, East Buckland, Barnstaple

Sale price
£907,500
RetailQ3 2024

94, High Street, Barnstaple

Sale price
£300,000
IndustrialQ3 2024

Unit 2b, Grange Hill Industrial Estate, Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple

Sale price
£160,000
OfficeQ3 2024

Meadow House, Brayford, Barnstaple

Sale price
£565,000
OfficeQ2 2024

Lee House, East Wing, Marwood, Barnstaple

Sale price
£250,000
RetailQ2 2024

107, High Street, Barnstaple

Sale price
£85,000
OfficeQ2 2024

Brannam Court, Unit B4, Brannam Crescent, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple

Sale price
£880,000
OfficeQ2 2024

Centurion Court, Unit 1, Lauder Lane, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple

Sale price
£760,000
OfficeQ2 2024

Old Coach House, Woody Bay, Barnstaple

Sale price
£525,000
AgriculturalQ2 2024

North Patchole Barn, Kentisbury, Barnstaple

Sale price
£460,000
AgriculturalQ2 2024

Higher Shutescombe, The Barn, Charles, Brayford, Barnstaple

Sale price
£225,000
RetailQ2 2024

104, High Street, Barnstaple

Sale price
£70,000
IndustrialQ1 2024

Kingdom Fields, Unit 1, Grange Hill Industrial Estate, Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple

Sale price
£630,000
OfficeQ1 2024

The Old School House, Bickington, Barnstaple

Sale price
£600,000
OfficeQ1 2024

Bull Court House, Green Lane, Barnstaple

Sale price
£325,000
OfficeQ1 2024

Unit 5, Atlantic Court, North Devon Business Park, Barnstaple

Sale price
£297,600

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records). Sector classification is address-based and best-effort; unclassified records are shown as general commercial transactions and smaller sectors may include mixed-use or conversion deals.

Barnstaple commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance

Three core debt structures cover the majority of Barnstaple commercial property deals. Each carries a different lender panel, LTV ceiling and pricing band, match the structure to the asset and the timeline.

Commercial Mortgages

Long-term financing for commercial and mixed-use property purchases, refinancing, and investment, tailored by experienced brokers who understand complex deal structures.

From £50,000Up to 75% LTV5-25 years

Commercial Remortgage

Refinance an existing commercial mortgage to lower your rate, switch lender, release equity or restructure the loan.

From £150,000Up to 75% LTV5-25 years (typical 5-year fixed reverting to variable)

Commercial Bridging Finance

Fast, flexible short-term finance for commercial property transactions, decisions in 48 hours, completion in days, and creative structuring for deals that mainstream lenders will not touch.

From £50,000Up to 75% LTV1-18 months

Development Finance

Specialist funding for ground-up construction, major refurbishment, and mixed-use development projects, structured with staged drawdowns aligned to your build programme.

From £150,000Up to 75% LTV6-24 months
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Matt Lenzie

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 Barnstaple. 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.

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Barnstaple commercial property investment fundamentals

What makes Barnstaple fundable, where the development opportunity sits, which lenders are active, and the asset classes our team finances most often.

Investment Highlights

  • Average commercial property yields of 6% across the local market
  • 17.5% property price growth over the past five years
  • 13% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
  • Strong occupier demand from Retail & Market Town Services and Agriculture sectors
  • Excellent transport connectivity including Tarka Line rail to Exeter (65 mins)
  • Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth

Development Opportunities

Barnstaple presents development opportunities linked to Seven Brethren mixed-use development. Growing demand from the Retail & Market Town Services sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.

Lender Appetite

Standard appetite for regional centre properties.

Property Types We Finance

Agricultural BuildingsRural Commercial UnitsHotelsLeisure PropertiesHoliday LetsIndustrial UnitsFactory Space

Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Barnstaple and the wider Devon region, from commercial property purchases to rural commercial conversions.

Need a commercial mortgage decision in Barnstaple?

Our team will review your asset, sector and structure against current Barnstaple lender appetite and come back with an indicative rate, LTV and term within 24–48 hours. No application until you're ready.

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Barnstaple commercial mortgage FAQ

Data-grounded answers about commercial property finance in Barnstaple, sourced from HM Land Registry transactions and our own deal flow.

How active is the commercial property market in Barnstaple?

HM Land Registry recorded 105 commercial property transactions in Barnstaple during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £280,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £150,000 and £460,000. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).

What is the typical commercial property price in Barnstaple?

The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Barnstaple is £280,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £150,000, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £460,000 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Barnstaple.

Which commercial property sectors are most active in Barnstaple?

The most active commercial sectors in Barnstaple (by recorded transaction count) are: office (18 transactions), retail (5 transactions), agri (5 transactions). Sector mix matters because lender appetite, LTV ceilings and rate pricing all vary by use class — speak to our team for an indicative quote on the sector you are targeting.

Can I get a commercial mortgage on a property in Barnstaple?

Yes. We arrange commercial mortgages, commercial bridging finance and development finance for property in Barnstaple. Typical loan sizes range from £150,000 to £25m+, with LTVs up to 75% on standard commercial assets and up to 70% LTGDV on development. Whole-of-market access — including the high-street banks, challenger lenders and specialist commercial funders.

How do I get a commercial mortgage quote for a property in Barnstaple?

Call 07595 366094 or use the contact form to request a commercial mortgage quote in Barnstaple. We will review the asset, sector, deal structure and lender appetite specific to Barnstaple and come back with an indicative rate, LTV and term within 24–48 hours.

Ready to discuss your Barnstaple project?

Speak with our specialist team today and get a decision in principle within 48 hours.