Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Witham and Essex.
Direct relationships with executives and board members of the UK's leading lenders
Former Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland professionals who understand lender criteria inside-out
Direct relationships with lender decision-makers for faster approvals and better terms
Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Historic market town. Good London rail links. Growing residential.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Maltings Lane development area; Witham town centre public realm improvements; Newlands Precinct enhancement; Grove Centre retail investment; Rivenhall housing expansion
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £15 psf | £6 psf | £6 - £15 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £19 psf | £13 psf | £13 - £19 psf |
| Industrial | £7 psf | £4 psf | £4 - £7 psf |
| Warehouse / Logistics | £5 psf | £6 psf | £5 - £6 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.
Investor appetite for Witham commercial property remains steady, with industrial & logistics assets attracting the most interest.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Grade B office building, Maltings Lane
Corner retail unit with display frontage, Rivenhall
Light industrial unit with yard, Chipping Hill
21-bed nursing home with planning consent, Chipping Hill
Cold storage warehouse unit
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 Witham. 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 ProfileWitham presents development opportunities linked to Maltings Lane development area. Growing demand from the Professional 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.
Good appetite for residential.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Witham and the wider Essex region, from professional office relocations to retail unit purchases.
Witham is a growing North Essex town on the A12 corridor between Chelmsford and Colchester, with direct trains to Liverpool Street in 45 minutes. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Professional Services, Retail, Healthcare sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.4% and 14.2% price growth over five years, Witham offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Greater Anglia to Liverpool Street (45 mins) supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Maltings Lane development area, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
The Witham market requires realistic expectations around liquidity and exit timelines for commercial assets. Secondary location pricing can be volatile, and investors benefit from strong local knowledge and established lender relationships.
Witham's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Maltings Lane development area. Growth in the Professional Services sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Witham falls under Essex planning authority, where the adopted local plan supports commercial development and economic growth. Planning decisions reflect a balance between heritage conservation and enabling new investment, with CIL charges and Section 106 contributions applying to larger schemes.
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout Essex.
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Office rents in Witham range from approximately £6 per square foot for secondary space up to £15 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £10 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Witham vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 7.24%-8.78%, retail at 8.98%-10.68%, industrial at 7.88%-8.15%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Witham's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, warehouses and logistics units, care homes. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.
Care homes in Witham typically trade at around £51,025 per registered bed. A typical 49-bed home would therefore be valued between £1.0m and £3.1m. Care home financing is specialist in nature and we work with lenders who understand the operational and regulatory requirements of the sector.