CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Dartford and Kent. Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, institutional-grade underwriting, direct lender access and decisions in 48 hours.
CMB combines former Lloyds and Bank of Scotland underwriting experience with direct board-level relationships at the UK's leading commercial 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
The factors lenders weigh when assessing Dartford commercial mortgages, sector demand, transport connectivity and active regeneration programmes.
“Strategic location at Dartford Crossing driving logistics demand. Bluewater retail park anchors significant footfall. Ebbsfleet development creating new commercial opportunities.”
, CMB Market Analysis
Ebbsfleet Garden City major development; town centre regeneration
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100 commercial sales in Dartford across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 7 records in the current sample are confidently sector-classified; the wider recent sample is shown as general commercial transaction evidence.
Mussenden Farm House, Mussenden Lane, Horton Kirby, Dartford
Unit 1, Swan Business Park, Dartford
9, High Street, Dartford
14, High Street, Greenhithe
Chalk Pit House, 27, 10, Havelock Drive, Greenhithe
Highwater House, Commercial Unit, Central Road, Dartford
Raven House, 291, Watling Street, Dartford
98, Hilltop Gardens, Dartford
651 - 661, Princes Road, Dartford
Tilehurst, Woodward Terrace, Greenhithe
Swanscombe Service Station, 149, Church Road, Swanscombe
149, Church Road, Swanscombe
34, Church Road, Swanscombe
30, St Albans Road, Dartford
35, Hythe Street, Dartford
58 - 62, New Road, South Darenth, Dartford
Unit 1, Maplehurst Close, Dartford
615 - 623, Princes Road, Dartford
Holmesdale Works, Holmesdale Road, South Darenth, Dartford
185, Dartford Road, Dartford
52, Burnham Crescent, Dartford
Abington, Oakfield Lane, Dartford
44, Spital Street, Dartford
The Priory Centre, Units 19 21 22 24 25 And 26, Lowfield Street, Dartford
50, Manor Road, Swanscombe
37, Wordsworth Way, Dartford
29, Essex Road, Dartford
The Beams, Puddledock Lane, Dartford
74, Watchgate, Dartford
Magistrates Court Buildings, 1a, Highfield Road, Dartford
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.
Three core debt structures cover the majority of Dartford commercial property deals. Each carries a different lender panel, LTV ceiling and pricing band, match the structure to the asset and the timeline.
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 Dartford. 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 ProfileWhat makes Dartford fundable, where the development opportunity sits, which lenders are active, and the asset classes our team finances most often.
Dartford presents development opportunities linked to Ebbsfleet Garden City major development. Growing demand from the Retail sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.
Strong appetite for logistics and trade counter. Retail selective but Bluewater vicinity favoured.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Dartford and the wider Kent region, from retail unit purchases to logistics facility financing.
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout Kent.
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Data-grounded answers about commercial property finance in Dartford, sourced from HM Land Registry transactions and our own deal flow.
HM Land Registry recorded 100 commercial property transactions in Dartford during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £303,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £238,433 and £397,500. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).
The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Dartford is £303,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £238,433, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £397,500 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Dartford.
The most active commercial sectors in Dartford (by recorded transaction count) are: office (5 transactions), retail (2 transactions). 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.
Yes. We arrange commercial mortgages, commercial bridging finance and development finance for property in Dartford. 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.
Call 07595 366094 or use the contact form to request a commercial mortgage quote in Dartford. We will review the asset, sector, deal structure and lender appetite specific to Dartford and come back with an indicative rate, LTV and term within 24–48 hours.