Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Hastings and East Sussex.
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Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Regenerating coastal town attracting creative industries. Affordable property drawing London buyers. Tourism sector strengthening.”
— CMB Market Analysis
White Rock Theatre area; Old Town regeneration; seafront improvements
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £17 psf | £8 psf | £8 - £17 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £37 psf | £17 psf | £17 - £37 psf |
| Industrial | £5 psf | £3 psf | £3 - £5 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.
The Hastings market shows positive momentum with yields compressing slightly against regional averages.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Serviced office premises, town centre
Ground floor shop with A1 use, Hastings Town Centre
Light industrial unit with yard, Old Town
Buy-to-let residential portfolio, 4 units, St Leonards
48-bed care home, recently refurbished, Silverhill
Former commercial premises with PP for conversion, Ore
Retail unit with 2 flats above, Hastings Town Centre
77-bedroom serviced accommodation, Old Town
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 Hastings. 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 ProfileHastings presents development opportunities linked to White Rock Theatre area. Growing demand from the Tourism sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.
Appetite improving with regeneration. Creative sector and hospitality projects favoured.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Hastings and the wider East Sussex region, from hotel and leisure acquisitions to creative workspace conversions.
Hastings in East Sussex offers diverse commercial property opportunities for investors and developers. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Tourism, Creative Industries, Healthcare sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.1% and 13.6% price growth over five years, Hastings offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Southern rail supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including White Rock Theatre area, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
Limited stock of institutional-grade commercial property in Hastings means investors often need to consider value-add strategies. Planning timelines and local authority capacity can extend development schedules beyond initial expectations.
Hastings's commercial property landscape has been shaped by White Rock Theatre area. Growth in the Tourism sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Hastings are managed by East Sussex 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 East Sussex.
Commercial mortgage services available across Hastings and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in Hastings range from approximately £8 per square foot for secondary space up to £17 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £13 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Hastings vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 7.15%-7.63%, retail at 6.8%-9.3%, industrial at 5.54%-7.98%, residential single-let at 6.24%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Hastings's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, residential investment blocks, care homes, hotels and guest houses. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.
Residential investment blocks in Hastings typically trade at around £131,000 per unit, or approximately £273 per square foot. Blocks of 4-24 units are the most common size bracket for private investors. Yields for single-let apartments average 6.24%. We can arrange commercial mortgages for blocks of 4+ units through specialist BTL lenders.
Care homes in Hastings typically trade at around £47,480 per registered bed. A typical 50-bed home would therefore be valued between £950k and £2.8m. Care home financing is specialist in nature and we work with lenders who understand the operational and regulatory requirements of the sector.