St Helens, MerseysideLocal lender appetite and market data

Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in St Helens

CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across St Helens and Merseyside. 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
£115
Avg Price/sq ft
8.5%
Average Yield
+24.5%
5yr Price Growth
+16.8%
5yr Rental Growth

St Helens commercial property delivers 8.5% average yield.

St Helens yields sit above the UK commercial average, supporting income-driven debt structures and SPV-led acquisitions.

St Helens 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

St Helens commercial property market signals

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

Haydock location drives strong logistics demand. Town centre retail challenging but residential conversion opportunities.

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Key Industries

  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing
  • Glass Industry
  • Healthcare
  • Retail

Transport Links

  • St Helens rail stations
  • M6 and M62 motorways
  • Haydock Industrial Estate

Regeneration

Town centre regeneration; Haydock logistics expansion; Glass Futures innovation centre

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HMLR transaction evidence

St Helens commercial property transaction evidence

256 commercial sales in St Helens across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 3 records in the current sample are confidently sector-classified; the wider recent sample is shown as general commercial transaction evidence.

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OfficeQ4 2025

Abbeyfield House, Windleshaw Road, Dentons Green, St Helens

Sale price
£177,500
IndustrialQ3 2025

326, Haydock Lane, Haydock Industrial Estate, St Helens

Sale price
£300,000
OfficeQ3 2025

Sankey Valley Industrial Estate, Unit 1 Art Business Park, Junction Lane, Newton-Le-Willows

Sale price
£220,000
CommercialQ1 2026

105, Church Street, St Helens

Sale price
£400,000
CommercialQ1 2026

113, Church Street, St Helens

Sale price
£400,000
CommercialQ4 2025

52, Westfield Street, St Helens

Sale price
£210,000
CommercialQ4 2025

160, Stirling Crescent, St Helens

Sale price
£200,000
CommercialQ4 2025

160, Stirling Crescent, St Helens

Sale price
£200,000
CommercialQ4 2025

10, Sutton Fold, St Helens

Sale price
£6,000,000
CommercialQ4 2025

51, Brynn Street, St Helens

Sale price
£70,000
CommercialQ4 2025

5, West End Road, Haydock, St Helens

Sale price
£80,000
CommercialQ4 2025

57, Rivington Street, St Helens

Sale price
£130,000
CommercialQ4 2025

32, Westfield Street, St Helens

Sale price
£91,000
CommercialQ4 2025

17, Church Street, St Helens

Sale price
£275,000
CommercialQ4 2025

15, Duke Street, St Helens

Sale price
£100,000
CommercialQ4 2025

113 - 115, Derbyshire Hill Road, St Helens

Sale price
£140,000
CommercialQ4 2025

59, Halefield Street, St Helens

Sale price
£315,000
CommercialQ4 2025

113 - 115, Derbyshire Hill Road, St Helens

Sale price
£140,000
CommercialQ4 2025

113 - 115, Derbyshire Hill Road, St Helens

Sale price
£140,000
CommercialQ4 2025

113 - 115, Derbyshire Hill Road, St Helens

Sale price
£140,000
CommercialQ4 2025

Guildford Park Camp, Guildford Road, St Helens, Ryde

Sale price
£200,000
CommercialQ4 2025

73, Bold Road, St Helens

Sale price
£200,000
CommercialQ4 2025

131, Brynn Street, St Helens

Sale price
£77,500
CommercialQ4 2025

140, Penny Lane, Haydock, St Helens

Sale price
£155,000
CommercialQ3 2025

327, Church Road, Haydock, St Helens

Sale price
£220,000
CommercialQ3 2025

36, Bridge Street, St Helens

Sale price
£130,000
CommercialQ3 2025

32, Bridge Street, St Helens

Sale price
£265,000
CommercialQ3 2025

Lower Barrowfield Farm, Houghtons Lane, St Helens

Sale price
£635,000
CommercialQ3 2025

6, Sutton Fold, St Helens

Sale price
£380,000
CommercialQ3 2025

218, Boundary Road, St Helens

Sale price
£60,000

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.

St Helens commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance

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

What makes St Helens 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 8.5% across the local market
  • 24.5% property price growth over the past five years
  • 16.8% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
  • Strong occupier demand from Logistics and Manufacturing sectors
  • Excellent transport connectivity including St Helens rail stations
  • Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth

Development Opportunities

St Helens presents development opportunities linked to Town centre regeneration. Growing demand from the Logistics 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 and logistics. Selective on retail.

Property Types We Finance

Industrial/WarehouseDistribution CentresIndustrial UnitsFactory SpaceMedical/Dental PracticesCare HomesRetail UnitsHigh Street Shops

Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across St Helens and the wider Merseyside region, from logistics facility financing to industrial unit purchases.

Need a commercial mortgage decision in St Helens?

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

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

How active is the commercial property market in St Helens?

HM Land Registry recorded 256 commercial property transactions in St Helens during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £105,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £80,000 and £184,800. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).

What is the typical commercial property price in St Helens?

The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in St Helens is £105,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £80,000, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £184,800 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in St Helens.

Which commercial property sectors are most active in St Helens?

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

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

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

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