Grays, EssexLocal lender appetite and market data

Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in Grays

CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Grays and Essex. 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
£195
Avg Price/sq ft
6.2%
Average Yield
+16.5%
5yr Price Growth
+12.8%
5yr Rental Growth

Grays commercial property delivers 6.2% average yield.

Grays yields sit above the UK commercial average, supporting income-driven debt structures and SPV-led acquisitions.

Grays 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

Grays commercial property market signals

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

Strategic Thames Gateway location. Port of Tilbury and major logistics operators. Lakeside retail park nearby.

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Key Industries

  • Logistics & Distribution (Tilbury)
  • Retail (Lakeside)
  • Port Operations
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services

Transport Links

  • c2c to Fenchurch Street (28 mins)
  • M25 Junction 30/31 (adjacent)
  • A13 to London/Basildon
  • Tilbury Port and ferry terminal

Regeneration

Grays town centre regeneration; South Grays housing; Thurrock Thameside regeneration; London Gateway Port (adjacent); Lakeside/West Thurrock mixed-use intensification; Purfleet-on-Thames

Listen: Essex Q1 2026 commercial property briefing

The Essex regional briefing covering Grays and the wider region. A Q2 2026 commercial property briefing on Essex, the largest commercial market in the East of England, anchored by Stansted Airport and the Harlow life-sciences spine, the DP World London Gateway logistics belt in the south, the A12 commuter corridor through Brentwood, Chelmsford and Colchester, and the Southend-on-Sea coastal economy. We walk through transaction volumes across the eleven principal towns, the five Acuitus auction lots that have surfaced over the rolling window, and where lender appetite sits today.

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HMLR transaction evidence

Grays commercial property transaction evidence

56 commercial sales in Grays across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 11 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

1a, Kingston Parade, Grays

Sale price
£220,000
RetailQ1 2025

59, High Street, Grays

Sale price
£165,000
IndustrialQ1 2025

Europa Trading Estate, Unit 8-9, London Road, Grays

Sale price
£2,960,000
OfficeQ1 2025

Hope House, 2, Cromwell Road, Grays

Sale price
£330,000
Pub / BarQ1 2025

Daniels Public House, Longhouse Road, Grays

Sale price
£294,000
IndustrialQ4 2024

Europa Trading Estate, Unit 8-9, London Road, Grays

Sale price
£2,725,000
IndustrialQ4 2024

Sandy Lane Industrial Estate, Plot 6, Sandy Lane, Grays

Sale price
£136,500
IndustrialQ4 2024

Sandy Lane Industrial Estate, Plot 1, Sandy Lane, Grays

Sale price
£206,518
Care HomeQ4 2024

Bluebell Court Residential Home, Stanley Road, Grays

Sale price
£6,500,000
RetailQ3 2024

23, High Street, Grays

Sale price
£325,000
RetailQ3 2024

21, High Street, Grays

Sale price
£425,000
CommercialQ4 2025

Spectrum Vehicle Repairs, Sandy Lane, West Thurrock, Grays

Sale price
£1,551,844
CommercialQ3 2025

The Rabbits, 783, London Road, Grays

Sale price
£475,000
CommercialQ2 2025

609, London Road, Grays

Sale price
£10,505,000
CommercialQ1 2025

137, Lewes Close, Grays

Sale price
£837,407
CommercialQ1 2025

12, Milton Road, Grays

Sale price
£249,999
CommercialQ1 2025

10, The Retreat, Grays

Sale price
£200,000
CommercialQ1 2025

Orscroft, Rectory Road, Orsett, Grays

Sale price
£780,000
CommercialQ1 2025

28, Davis Road, Chafford Hundred, Grays

Sale price
£360,000
CommercialQ1 2025

535, London Road, Grays

Sale price
£440,000
CommercialQ4 2024

22, Celedon Close, Grays

Sale price
£330,000
CommercialQ4 2024

279, Rectory Road, Grays

Sale price
£300,000
CommercialQ4 2024

Euro Court, Units 3 And 4, Oliver Close, Grays

Sale price
£12,800,000
CommercialQ4 2024

Euro Court, 10, Oliver Close, Grays

Sale price
£12,800,000
CommercialQ4 2024

Euro Court, Unit 11, Oliver Close, Grays

Sale price
£12,800,000
CommercialQ4 2024

The Gravel Pit, Unit 2, Sandy Lane, Chadwell St Mary, Grays

Sale price
£214,240
CommercialQ4 2024

The Gravel Pit, Unit 4, Sandy Lane, Chadwell St Mary, Grays

Sale price
£172,742
CommercialQ4 2024

The Gravel Pit, Unit 5, Sandy Lane, Chadwell St Mary, Grays

Sale price
£184,311
CommercialQ4 2024

The Gravel Pit, Unit 7, Sandy Lane, Chadwell St Mary, Grays

Sale price
£161,480
CommercialQ4 2024

The Gravel Pit, Unit 8, Sandy Lane, Grays

Sale price
£81,128

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.

Grays commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance

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

What makes Grays 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 6.2% across the local market
  • 16.5% property price growth over the past five years
  • 12.8% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
  • Strong occupier demand from Logistics & Distribution (Tilbury) and Retail (Lakeside) sectors
  • Excellent transport connectivity including c2c to Fenchurch Street (28 mins)
  • Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth

Development Opportunities

Grays presents development opportunities linked to Grays town centre regeneration. Growing demand from the Logistics & Distribution (Tilbury) 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 for logistics. Town centre requires regeneration track record.

Property Types We Finance

Industrial UnitsFactory SpaceOffice SpaceServiced Offices

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

Need a commercial mortgage decision in Grays?

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

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

How active is the commercial property market in Grays?

HM Land Registry recorded 56 commercial property transactions in Grays during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £286,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £210,000 and £360,000. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).

What is the typical commercial property price in Grays?

The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Grays is £286,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £210,000, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £360,000 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Grays.

Which commercial property sectors are most active in Grays?

The most active commercial sectors in Grays (by recorded transaction count) are: retail (4 transactions), industrial (4 transactions), office (1 transaction). 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 Grays?

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

Call 07595 366094 or use the contact form to request a commercial mortgage quote in Grays. We will review the asset, sector, deal structure and lender appetite specific to Grays 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.