Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Burnley and Lancashire.
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Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Aerospace and advanced manufacturing hub. Strong college campus. Affordable property values attracting investors.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Town centre masterplan; Burnley College expansion; Pioneer Place
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £22 psf | £9 psf | £9 - £22 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £32 psf | £19 psf | £19 - £32 psf |
| Industrial | £5 psf | £3 psf | £3 - £5 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 Burnley commercial property remains strong, with industrial & logistics assets attracting the most interest.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Serviced office premises, town centre
Lock-up shop unit, Rose Grove
Industrial workshop with office, Padiham
51-bed residential care facility, Hapton
Shop with maisonette above, town centre
Permitted development opportunity, Burnley Town Centre
17-unit converted residential building, Burnley Campus
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 Burnley. 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 ProfileBurnley presents development opportunities linked to Town centre masterplan. Growing demand from the Aerospace 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 industrial. Town centre improving.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Burnley and the wider Lancashire region, from specialist industrial financing to industrial unit purchases.
Burnley in Lancashire offers diverse commercial property opportunities for investors and developers. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Aerospace, Manufacturing, Education sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.6% and 15.7% price growth over five years, Burnley offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Burnley rail stations supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Town centre masterplan, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
Limited stock of institutional-grade commercial property in Burnley means investors often need to consider value-add strategies. Planning timelines and local authority capacity can extend development schedules beyond initial expectations.
Burnley's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Town centre masterplan. Growth in the Aerospace sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Burnley are managed by Lancashire council, which has adopted a pro-growth stance supporting commercial and mixed-use development. Local plan policies favour brownfield regeneration and town centre investment, with a streamlined approach to permitted development rights for office-to-residential conversions.
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout Lancashire.
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Office rents in Burnley range from approximately £9 per square foot for secondary space up to £22 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £16 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Burnley vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 7.45%-9.49%, retail at 7.32%-10.02%, industrial at 5.93%-7.1%, residential single-let at 6.84%, HMOs at 11.03%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Burnley's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, residential investment blocks, care homes. 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 Burnley typically trade at around £96,200 per unit, or approximately £256 per square foot. Blocks of 4-24 units are the most common size bracket for private investors. Yields for single-let apartments average 6.84%, with HMO conversions achieving up to 11.03%. We can arrange commercial mortgages for blocks of 4+ units through specialist BTL lenders.
HMO investments in Burnley can achieve yields of approximately 11.03%, compared to 6.84% for standard single-let properties. Burnley has established HMO demand in key residential areas. Note that HMO licensing requirements vary by local authority -- check Article 4 directions before purchasing.
Care homes in Burnley typically trade at around £50,240 per registered bed. A typical 59-bed home would therefore be valued between £1.0m and £3.0m. Care home financing is specialist in nature and we work with lenders who understand the operational and regulatory requirements of the sector.