Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in Brighton
CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Brighton and East Sussex. Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, institutional-grade underwriting, direct lender access and decisions in 48 hours.
Brighton commercial property finance, offices, retail and mixed-use assets
Brighton 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
Brighton commercial property market signals
The factors lenders weigh when assessing Brighton commercial mortgages, sector demand, transport connectivity and active regeneration programmes.
“UK's creative capital outside London. Two universities drive student demand. Tech sector growing rapidly. LGBT+ tourism strong.”
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Key Industries
- Creative Industries
- Digital
- Higher Education
- Tourism
- Healthcare
Transport Links
- Brighton Station mainline
- A23/M23 corridor
Regeneration
Valley Gardens; Preston Barracks; Circus Street
Brighton Q1 2026 Commercial Property Market Report
Brighton is the largest commercial property market on the south coast outside Greater London, with 864 commercial-leaning transactions registered with HM Land Registry across the rolling five years to Q1 2026 and a median deal price of £340,000.
Listen: East Sussex Q1 2026 commercial property briefing
The East Sussex regional briefing covering Brighton and the wider region. A Q2 2026 commercial property briefing on East Sussex, a coastal-and-Wealden county anchored by Brighton & Hove on the western edge, Eastbourne and the Hastings/Bexhill regeneration belt to the east, and a string of historic Wealden market towns inland. We walk through transaction volumes across the twelve principal towns, the seven Acuitus auction lots that have surfaced over the rolling window, and the single hard yield anchor, a primary care centre in Eastbourne clearing at eight point three one percent net initial.
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Brighton commercial property transaction evidence
288 commercial sales in Brighton across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 8 records in the current sample are confidently sector-classified; the wider recent sample is shown as general commercial transaction evidence.
32, Ground Floor Shop Premises, Coombe Road, Brighton
1b, Meadow Parade, Rottingdean, Brighton
Sovereign House, Church Street, Brighton
Woodingdean Business Park, Unit 8, Sea View Way, Brighton
The Office, 1, Market Square, Brighton
54 - 55, Marine Parade, Brighton
Unit 2, Grange Road Industrial Estate, Southwick, Brighton
Unit 13, Grange Road Industrial Estate, Southwick, Brighton
80, Ewart Street, Brighton
21, Parking Space, Westbrook, Saltdean, Brighton
2, Winfield Avenue, Brighton
59a, Islingword Road, Brighton
43, Braeside Avenue, Brighton
Arundel Court, Arundel Road, Brighton
28a, St Richards Road, Portslade, Brighton
77, Bevendean Road, Brighton
75, Bevendean Road, Brighton
79, Bevendean Road, Brighton
66 - 67, St Georges Road, Brighton
4, Gloucester Passage, Brighton
5, Clifton Hill, Brighton
29, Carlton Terrace, Portslade, Brighton
10, Wellington Road, Brighton
21, Orchard Close, Southwick, Brighton
30a, Windlesham Gardens, Brighton
17, Marine Square, Brighton
99, Ewart Street, Brighton
5, Park Crescent, Brighton
9, Downsway, Woodingdean, Brighton
10, Franklin Road, Portslade, Brighton
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.
Brighton commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance
Three core debt structures cover the majority of Brighton commercial property deals. Each carries a different lender panel, LTV ceiling and pricing band, match the structure to the asset and the timeline.
Brighton commercial property finance by property type
Lender appetite, yield bands and debt structures vary materially by property type. Pick the briefing that matches your Brighton acquisition.
Office finance in Brighton
Office investment finance for headquarters buildings, business parks, multi-let suites and office-led mixed-use schemes.
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Industrial finance in Brighton
Industrial and logistics finance for big-box distribution, multi-let estates, last-mile urban logistics and trade counter parks.
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Retail finance in Brighton
Retail property finance for high street parades, retail warehousing, shopping centres and convenience-led mixed-use.
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Mixed-Use finance in Brighton
Finance for buildings combining commercial ground floors with residential upper floors, the dominant deal format in UK secondary markets and the engine of corporate-acquired property activity.
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Hotel finance in Brighton
Hotel property finance for trading boutique hotels, branded operator-let assets and aparthotel acquisitions.
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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 Brighton. 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 ProfileBrighton commercial property investment fundamentals
What makes Brighton 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 4.8% across the local market
- 15.5% property price growth over the past five years
- 10.5% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
- Strong occupier demand from Creative Industries and Digital sectors
- Excellent transport connectivity including Brighton Station mainline
- Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth
Development Opportunities
Brighton presents development opportunities linked to Valley Gardens. Growing demand from the Creative Industries 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
Strong appetite across sectors. Creative workspace and student accommodation favoured.
Property Types We Finance
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Brighton and the wider East Sussex region, from creative workspace conversions to development and refurbishment projects.
Latest Commercial Property News in Brighton
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Also Serving Across East Sussex
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Brighton commercial mortgage FAQ
Data-grounded answers about commercial property finance in Brighton, sourced from HM Land Registry transactions and our own deal flow.
How active is the commercial property market in Brighton?
HM Land Registry recorded 288 commercial property transactions in Brighton during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £340,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £225,000 and £477,500. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).
What is the typical commercial property price in Brighton?
The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Brighton is £340,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £225,000, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £477,500 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Brighton.
Which commercial property sectors are most active in Brighton?
The most active commercial sectors in Brighton (by recorded transaction count) are: retail (3 transactions), office (3 transactions), industrial (2 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 Brighton?
Yes. We arrange commercial mortgages, commercial bridging finance and development finance for property in Brighton. 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 Brighton?
Call 07595 366094 or use the contact form to request a commercial mortgage quote in Brighton. We will review the asset, sector, deal structure and lender appetite specific to Brighton and come back with an indicative rate, LTV and term within 24–48 hours.