Gravesend, KentLocal lender appetite and market data

Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in Gravesend

CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Gravesend and Kent. 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
£200
Avg Price/sq ft
5.8%
Average Yield
+17.5%
5yr Price Growth
+13%
5yr Rental Growth

Gravesend 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

Gravesend commercial property market signals

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

Thames Gateway location with competitive rents. Port-adjacent industrial highly sought. Regeneration improving town centre appeal.

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Key Industries

  • Port & River Services
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services
  • Logistics

Transport Links

  • Southeastern to London (25 mins)
  • Gravesend-Tilbury ferry
  • A2/M2 to London/Canterbury
  • Ebbsfleet International HS1 (5 miles)

Regeneration

Heritage Quarter waterfront regeneration; St George's Centre mixed-use; Canal Basin development; Gravesend town centre improvement; Ebbsfleet Garden City (nearby); Rochester Way area

Listen: Kent Q1 2026 commercial property briefing

The Kent regional briefing covering Gravesend and the wider region. A Q2 2026 commercial property briefing on Kent, the South East's largest and most varied commercial market, running from the M25 belt at Dartford and Sevenoaks through the Medway towns and the Garden of England farmland to the Channel ports. We cover transaction depth across twenty-five towns, recent Acuitus auction prints clearing between roughly four and twelve percent, and where lender appetite sits today.

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HMLR transaction evidence

Gravesend commercial property transaction evidence

112 commercial sales in Gravesend across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 9 records in the current sample are confidently sector-classified; the wider recent sample is shown as general commercial transaction evidence.

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OfficeQ1 2026

Milton Road Business Park, Unit 5, Milton Road, Gravesend

Sale price
£175,000
OfficeQ4 2025

Kesson House Care Home, Council Avenue, Northfleet, Gravesend

Sale price
£1,200,000
OfficeQ3 2025

Apex Business Park, Unit 2a, Queens Farm Road, Shorne, Gravesend

Sale price
£60,000
IndustrialQ2 2025

Unit 3, Northfleet Industrial Estate, Northfleet, Gravesend

Sale price
£5,110,000
OfficeQ1 2025

Dene Holm House, Dene Holm Road, Northfleet, Gravesend

Sale price
£2,400,000
OfficeQ1 2025

Dene Holm House, Dene Holm Road, Northfleet, Gravesend

Sale price
£1,750,000
OfficeQ4 2024

St. James House, 6 - 8, Overcliffe, Gravesend

Sale price
£1,340,000
IndustrialQ4 2024

Bentley Street Industrial Estate, Unit 4, Bentley Street, Gravesend

Sale price
£280,000
Pub / BarQ4 2024

Darnley Arms, Trafalgar Road, Gravesend

Sale price
£300,000
CommercialQ1 2026

3 - 5, Perry Street, Northfleet, Gravesend

Sale price
£270,000
CommercialQ4 2025

15, The Avenue, Gravesend

Sale price
£780,000
CommercialQ4 2025

Dashwood Court, Wrotham Road, Meopham, Gravesend

Sale price
£1,135,000
CommercialQ4 2025

21, New Road, Gravesend

Sale price
£302,000
CommercialQ4 2025

40, Calderwood, Gravesend

Sale price
£515,000
CommercialQ3 2025

Nurstead Lodge, Nurstead, Meopham, Gravesend

Sale price
£735,000
CommercialQ3 2025

43, Windmill Street, Gravesend

Sale price
£330,000
CommercialQ3 2025

The Beeches, Ridge Lane, Meopham, Gravesend

Sale price
£980,000
CommercialQ3 2025

83, Chalk Road, Gravesend

Sale price
£458,000
CommercialQ3 2025

1a, Wellington Street, Gravesend

Sale price
£380,000
CommercialQ3 2025

19, Edwin Street, Gravesend

Sale price
£315,000
CommercialQ2 2025

High Beeches, Rhododendron Avenue, Meopham, Gravesend

Sale price
£334,000
CommercialQ1 2025

Basque Cottage, Wrotham Road, Meopham, Gravesend

Sale price
£1,250,000
CommercialQ1 2025

18, Dover Road East, Gravesend

Sale price
£100,000
CommercialQ1 2025

63, Parrock Street, Gravesend

Sale price
£350,000
CommercialQ1 2025

172, Windmill Street, Gravesend

Sale price
£240,000
CommercialQ1 2025

Garage 8, Whitehill Road, Gravesend

Sale price
£550,000
CommercialQ1 2025

117, Rochester Road, Gravesend

Sale price
£275,000
CommercialQ1 2025

20, Stone Street, Gravesend

Sale price
£180,000
CommercialQ1 2025

11, Bonham Way, Northfleet, Gravesend

Sale price
£334,400
CommercialQ1 2025

Dover Mews, 147a, Dover Road, Northfleet, Gravesend

Sale price
£100,000

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.

Gravesend commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance

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

What makes Gravesend 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 5.8% across the local market
  • 17.5% property price growth over the past five years
  • 13% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
  • Strong occupier demand from Port & River Services and Retail sectors
  • Excellent transport connectivity including Southeastern to London (25 mins)
  • Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth

Development Opportunities

Gravesend presents development opportunities linked to Heritage Quarter waterfront regeneration. Growing demand from the Port & River 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.

Lender Appetite

Good appetite for industrial; town centre retail requires careful assessment.

Property Types We Finance

Retail UnitsHigh Street ShopsShopping CentresIndustrial UnitsFactory SpaceOffice SpaceServiced OfficesIndustrial/Warehouse

Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Gravesend and the wider Kent region, from commercial property purchases to retail unit purchases.

Need a commercial mortgage decision in Gravesend?

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

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

How active is the commercial property market in Gravesend?

HM Land Registry recorded 112 commercial property transactions in Gravesend during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £270,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £180,702 and £370,000. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).

What is the typical commercial property price in Gravesend?

The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Gravesend is £270,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £180,702, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £370,000 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Gravesend.

Which commercial property sectors are most active in Gravesend?

The most active commercial sectors in Gravesend (by recorded transaction count) are: office (6 transactions), industrial (2 transactions), pub (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 Gravesend?

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

Call 07595 366094 or use the contact form to request a commercial mortgage quote in Gravesend. We will review the asset, sector, deal structure and lender appetite specific to Gravesend and come back with an indicative rate, LTV and term within 24–48 hours.

Ready to discuss your Gravesend project?

Speak with our specialist team today and get a decision in principle within 48 hours.