Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Bicester and Oxfordshire.
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Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Bicester Village major retail destination. Garden Town growth. Excellent rail links to London and Birmingham.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Bicester Garden Town (13,000 homes by 2031); Graven Hill self-build development; Kingsmere housing; East-West Rail connection; NW Bicester Eco Town; Bicester Heritage (former RAF site motor industry hub)
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £11 psf | £4 psf | £4 - £11 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £30 psf | £11 psf | £11 - £30 psf |
| Industrial | £7 psf | £5 psf | £5 - £7 psf |
| Warehouse / Logistics | £6 psf | £6 psf | £6 - £6 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.
The Bicester market shows resilient fundamentals with yields remaining competitive against regional averages.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Open-plan office suite with parking, Chesterton
High street retail unit, Bicester Village
Manufacturing unit with loading, Kingsmere
Cross-dock distribution facility, Bicester Town Centre
Shop with maisonette above, town centre
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 Bicester. 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 ProfileBicester presents development opportunities linked to Bicester Garden Town (13,000 homes by 2031). Growing demand from the Luxury Retail (Bicester Village) 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 across property types.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Bicester and the wider Oxfordshire region, from commercial property purchases to development and refurbishment projects.
Bicester is one of England's fastest-growing towns, driven by Bicester Village (the UK's most visited shopping destination outside London), the Eco Town development, and major MoD investment at the Defence Equipment and Support headquarters. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Luxury Retail (Bicester Village), Defence (MOD Bicester), Technology sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 4.9% and 16.5% price growth over five years, Bicester offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Chiltern Railways to London Marylebone (50 mins) supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Bicester Garden Town (13, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
Limited stock of institutional-grade commercial property in Bicester means investors often need to consider value-add strategies. Planning timelines and local authority capacity can extend development schedules beyond initial expectations.
Bicester's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Bicester Garden Town (13,000 homes by 2031). Growth in the Luxury Retail (Bicester Village) sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Bicester are managed by Oxfordshire 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 Oxfordshire.
Commercial mortgage services available across Bicester and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in Bicester range from approximately £4 per square foot for secondary space up to £11 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £7 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Bicester vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 7.81%-8.45%, retail at 7.21%-10.43%, industrial at 6.17%-8.44%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Bicester's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, warehouses and logistics units. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.