Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance across Angel and the wider Islington area.
Commercial property in Angel trades at a significant discount to central London, offering attractive entry points for investors, with retail rents of £28-45 per square foot and office space from £22-38 per square foot. Across Islington, average commercial yields stand at 4.4%, with Angel assets often exceeding this for smaller lot sizes and secondary pitches. Five-year capital growth of 16.2% across the borough signals sustained investor and occupier confidence in the area's trajectory.
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £70 psf | £28 psf | £28 - £70 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £205 psf | £48 psf | £48 - £205 psf |
| Industrial | £23 psf | £13 psf | £13 - £23 psf |
Market estimates based on Q1 2026 regional benchmarking data. For accurate valuations, contact us for a detailed assessment.
Market data reflects Islington-wide averages. Angel values may differ — contact us for area-specific guidance.
Angel is seeing incremental investment as property owners refurbish existing stock to meet modern tenant expectations and EPC requirements. King's Cross complete is supporting wider area improvement and lifting market confidence. Mixed-use proposals combining ground-floor commercial with upper-floor residential continue to come forward, supported by strong end values in the area.
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 deals across Islington and Greater London. Over £300m of capital raised for property professionals across the UK.
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