Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across London and Greater London.
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
“Prime City yields have compressed to sub-4% but secondary locations offer 5-6% with strong tenant demand. Tech corridors in East London commanding premium rents with institutional investor interest.”
— CMB Market Analysis
King's Cross, Nine Elms, Stratford Olympic Park, Old Oak Common, and Meridian Water major regeneration zones transforming the capital
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £85 psf | £33 psf | £33 - £85 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £110 psf | £55 psf | £55 - £110 psf |
| Industrial | £23 psf | £18 psf | £18 - £23 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 London commercial property remains strong, with office & professional services assets attracting the most interest.
Financial CBD
Premium Office
Financial Centre
Creative/Tech
Tech Hub
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Grade B office building, Shoreditch
Corner retail unit with display frontage, City of London
Light industrial unit with yard, King's Cross
89-room hotel with bar and restaurant, King's Cross
12-unit purpose-built apartment block, King's Cross
Development site with planning for 8 residential units, Shoreditch
Mixed-use building with commercial ground floor and residential above, City of London
Market estimates based on Q1 2026 regional benchmarking. For accurate valuations, contact us.
5 institutions · 400,000 students
Multiple boroughs have additional and selective licensing schemes
Check borough-specific licensing requirements before purchase
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 London. 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 ProfileSignificant opportunities in permitted development conversions, Build-to-Rent schemes, and regeneration area developments.
Very strong appetite from all lender types. Prime assets attract competitive terms from high street banks; secondary requires specialist lenders but appetite remains robust.
Broker Notes
All major lenders active. Minimum property values often £75k-£100k. EWS1 required for buildings 18m+. Lease length minimum 70-85 years for most lenders.
Our team has extensive experience arranging property finance across all London boroughs, from central London commercial mortgages to outer London development finance.
London is the UK's capital and financial centre, offering unparalleled commercial property opportunities across 32 boroughs. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Financial Services, Technology, Media & Entertainment sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 4.2% and 18.5% price growth over five years, London offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via 11 Underground lines supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including King's Cross, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
High entry costs and intense competition for prime assets remain key challenges. Planning restrictions in conservation areas and limited development land require specialist financing knowledge and strong lender relationships.
London's commercial property landscape has been shaped by King's Cross, Nine Elms, Stratford Olympic Park, Old Oak Common, and Meridian Water major regeneration zones transforming the capital. Growth in the Financial Services sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
London falls under Greater London 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.
The City of London is the UK's premier financial district and one of the world's most important commercial property markets. The Square Mile houses th...
View detailsCanary Wharf is London's second major financial centre, transformed from derelict docklands into a world-class business district housing HSBC, Barclay...
View detailsShoreditch sits at the heart of London's tech and creative economy, known globally as the centre of 'Silicon Roundabout'. The area blends Victorian wa...
View detailsWestminster encompasses London's political heart and one of the world's most prestigious commercial addresses. From the grand offices of Whitehall and...
View detailsKing's Cross has undergone one of London's most celebrated regeneration programmes, transforming 67 acres of former industrial land into a thriving mi...
View detailsStratford has been transformed by the 2012 Olympic legacy into one of East London's most important commercial centres. The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Par...
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout Greater London.
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Office rents in London range from approximately £33 per square foot for secondary space up to £85 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £58 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in London vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 3.56%-5.62%, retail at 3.3%-5.97%, industrial at 4.13%-5.45%, residential single-let at 3.91%, HMOs at 5.41%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
London's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, residential investment blocks, 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 London typically trade at around £391,050 per unit, or approximately £534 per square foot. Blocks of 4-24 units are the most common size bracket for private investors. Yields for single-let apartments average 3.91%, with HMO conversions achieving up to 5.41%. We can arrange commercial mortgages for blocks of 4+ units through specialist BTL lenders.
HMO investments in London can achieve yields of approximately 5.41%, compared to 3.91% for standard single-let properties. With 5 higher education institutions and approximately 400k students, London has strong HMO demand. Note that HMO licensing requirements vary by local authority -- check Article 4 directions before purchasing.