Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Loughborough and Leicestershire.
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“University town with world-leading sport science. Strong student accommodation market. Manufacturing heritage.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park expansion; town centre masterplan; Bedford Square gateway; Baxter Gate development; Great Central Railway extension; Charnwood Campus
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £21 psf | £11 psf | £11 - £21 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £37 psf | £12 psf | £12 - £37 psf |
| Industrial | £5 psf | £4 psf | £4 - £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.
Loughborough benefits from growing private investor interest, particularly in industrial & logistics opportunities.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Grade B office building, Loughborough University
Lock-up shop unit, Shelthorpe
Modern industrial unit, trade estate
Buy-to-let residential portfolio, 19 units, Thorpe Acre
Retail unit with 2 flats above, Lemyngton
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 Loughborough. 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 ProfileLoughborough presents development opportunities linked to Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park expansion. Growing demand from the Education & Research (Loughborough University) 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. Education and sport sectors valued.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Loughborough and the wider Leicestershire region, from commercial property purchases to development and refurbishment projects.
Loughborough is a dynamic university town home to Loughborough University, one of the UK's top-ranked institutions particularly renowned for sport, engineering, and design. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Education & Research (Loughborough University), Manufacturing & Engineering, Sport & Fitness sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.8% and 13.5% price growth over five years, Loughborough offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via East Midlands Railway to London St Pancras (75 mins)/Nottingham supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park expansion, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
Limited stock of institutional-grade commercial property in Loughborough means investors often need to consider value-add strategies. Planning timelines and local authority capacity can extend development schedules beyond initial expectations.
Loughborough's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park expansion. Growth in the Education & Research (Loughborough University) sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Loughborough are managed by Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire.
Commercial mortgage services available across Loughborough and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in Loughborough range from approximately £11 per square foot for secondary space up to £21 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £15 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Loughborough vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 7.44%-9.44%, retail at 7.95%-10.95%, industrial at 6.99%-9%, residential single-let at 6.57%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Loughborough's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, residential investment blocks. 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 Loughborough typically trade at around £99,600 per unit, or approximately £168 per square foot. Blocks of 4-24 units are the most common size bracket for private investors. Yields for single-let apartments average 6.57%. We can arrange commercial mortgages for blocks of 4+ units through specialist BTL lenders.