Okehampton, DevonLocal lender appetite and market data

Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in Okehampton

CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Okehampton 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
£160
Avg Price/sq ft
5.8%
Average Yield
+18.2%
5yr Price Growth
+13.5%
5yr Rental Growth

Okehampton 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

Okehampton commercial property market signals

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

Dartmoor northern gateway. Rail link restored to Exeter. Strong agricultural services.

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Key Industries

  • Agriculture & Livestock
  • Tourism & Dartmoor Recreation
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Military (Okehampton Camp)

Transport Links

  • Dartmoor Line rail to Exeter (40 mins, reopened 2021)
  • A30 dual carriageway to Exeter (25 miles)/Cornwall
  • A386 to Tavistock
  • B3260 to Crediton

Regeneration

Dartmoor Line railway reopening catalysing investment; East Okehampton urban extension; town centre improvements; Okehampton Business Park expansion; Dartmoor gateway visitor facilities

Listen: Devon Q1 2026 commercial property briefing

The Devon regional briefing covering Okehampton 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

Okehampton commercial property transaction evidence

80 commercial sales in Okehampton across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 13 records in the current sample are confidently sector-classified; the wider recent sample is shown as general commercial transaction evidence.

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AgriculturalQ2 2025

Little Redlands Stables, Whiddon Down, Okehampton

Sale price
£90,000
IndustrialQ1 2025

50, North Road Industrial Estate, Okehampton

Sale price
£1,020,000
AgriculturalQ1 2025

East Rowden Farm, East Rowden Barn, Sampford Courtenay, Okehampton

Sale price
£295,000
AgriculturalQ1 2025

Muddy Udders Farm, Barn 1, Northlew, Okehampton

Sale price
£152,500
OfficeQ1 2025

Ranelagh House, Ranelagh Road, Okehampton

Sale price
£350,000
OfficeQ4 2024

Hurle House, Hatherleigh, Okehampton

Sale price
£502,500
OfficeQ4 2024

Cedar House, Petrockstow, Okehampton

Sale price
£570,000
OfficeQ3 2024

Higher Combehead House, Tongue End, Okehampton

Sale price
£715,000
IndustrialQ3 2024

Unit 1e, Cranmere Road, Exeter Road Industrial Estate, Okehampton

Sale price
£318,000
OfficeQ3 2024

Orchard House, Petrockstow, Okehampton

Sale price
£425,000
OfficeQ3 2024

Church House, Throwleigh, Okehampton

Sale price
£650,000
AgriculturalQ3 2024

Littlewood Farm, 2 Littlewood Barn, Holsworthy Road, Hatherleigh, Okehampton

Sale price
£440,000
IndustrialQ2 2024

60, North Road Industrial Estate, Okehampton

Sale price
£984,000
CommercialQ1 2026

Higher Gorhuish Farm, Northlew, Okehampton

Sale price
£200,000
CommercialQ4 2025

West Kimber Farm, Northlew, Okehampton

Sale price
£560,000
CommercialQ3 2025

Reddaway Farm, Okehampton

Sale price
£585,000
CommercialQ3 2025

34, Market Street, Hatherleigh, Okehampton

Sale price
£240,000
CommercialQ2 2025

Menfreya, Thorndon Cross, Okehampton

Sale price
£545,000
CommercialQ2 2025

South Nethercott Farm, Whiddon Down, Okehampton

Sale price
£670,000
CommercialQ2 2025

Barton Cottage, Lewdown, Okehampton

Sale price
£665,000
CommercialQ2 2025

1, Pool Hill, Bridestowe, Okehampton

Sale price
£400,000
CommercialQ2 2025

Drybridge, Ramsley, South Zeal, Okehampton

Sale price
£375,000
CommercialQ2 2025

Part Powell'S Arish And Higher New Mead, Lydford, Okehampton

Sale price
£195,000
CommercialQ1 2025

3, Tarka View, Merton, Okehampton

Sale price
£1,830,000
CommercialQ1 2025

Langworthy Cottage, Broadbury, Okehampton

Sale price
£380,000
CommercialQ1 2025

Church Court, 4, St James Street, Okehampton

Sale price
£200,000
CommercialQ1 2025

Skaigh View, Sticklepath, Okehampton

Sale price
£375,000
CommercialQ1 2025

12, Shilling Park, Okehampton

Sale price
£186,400
CommercialQ1 2025

Lower East Week, South Zeal, Okehampton

Sale price
£500,000
CommercialQ1 2025

8, The Grove, Folly Gate, Okehampton

Sale price
£1,055,000

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.

Okehampton commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance

Three core debt structures cover the majority of Okehampton 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 Okehampton. 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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Okehampton commercial property investment fundamentals

What makes Okehampton 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 5.8% across the local market
  • 18.2% property price growth over the past five years
  • 13.5% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
  • Strong occupier demand from Agriculture & Livestock and Tourism & Dartmoor Recreation sectors
  • Excellent transport connectivity including Dartmoor Line rail to Exeter (40 mins, reopened 2021)
  • Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth

Development Opportunities

Okehampton presents development opportunities linked to Dartmoor Line railway reopening catalysing investment. Growing demand from the Agriculture & Livestock 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

Good appetite with rail connection.

Property Types We Finance

Retail UnitsHigh Street ShopsShopping CentresIndustrial UnitsFactory Space

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

Need a commercial mortgage decision in Okehampton?

Our team will review your asset, sector and structure against current Okehampton 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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Okehampton commercial mortgage FAQ

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

How active is the commercial property market in Okehampton?

HM Land Registry recorded 80 commercial property transactions in Okehampton during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £295,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £175,000 and £545,000. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).

What is the typical commercial property price in Okehampton?

The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Okehampton is £295,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £175,000, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £545,000 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Okehampton.

Which commercial property sectors are most active in Okehampton?

The most active commercial sectors in Okehampton (by recorded transaction count) are: office (6 transactions), agri (4 transactions), industrial (3 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 Okehampton?

Yes. We arrange commercial mortgages, commercial bridging finance and development finance for property in Okehampton. 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 Okehampton?

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

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