Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Galashiels and Scotland.
Galashiels stands out with above-average yields of 6.5%, making it one of the UK's most attractive commercial property markets for investors.
Direct relationships with executives and board members of the UK's leading lenders
Former Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland professionals who understand lender criteria inside-out
Direct relationships with lender decision-makers for faster approvals and better terms
Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Scottish Borders town transformed by new railway. Heriot-Watt Borders Campus. Textile heritage.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Galashiels town centre transport interchange and regeneration; Borders Railway corridor development; Gala Water Bridge; former textile mill conversions; Tweedbank expansion; Great Tapestry of Scotland
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £18 psf | £8 psf | £8 - £18 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £39 psf | £17 psf | £17 - £39 psf |
| Industrial | £7 psf | £4 psf | £4 - £7 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.
Galashiels benefits from growing private investor interest, particularly in technology & digital opportunities.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Grade A office suite, Galashiels Town Centre
High street retail unit, Tweedbank
Industrial workshop with office, Netherdale
79-room boutique hotel, Galashiels 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 Galashiels. 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 ProfileGalashiels presents development opportunities linked to Galashiels town centre transport interchange and regeneration. Growing demand from the Textile Heritage 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 with rail connectivity.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Galashiels and the wider Scotland region, from commercial property purchases to retail unit purchases.
Galashiels is the largest town in the Scottish Borders, a former textile centre on the Gala Water that has been transformed by the Borders Railway, which opened in 2015 as the longest new domestic railway built in Britain for over a century. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Textile Heritage, Retail, Education (Heriot-Watt Borders) sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 6.5% and 14.5% price growth over five years, Galashiels offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Borders Railway to Edinburgh (55 mins) supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Galashiels town centre transport interchange and regeneration, further enhances the investment outlook and.
Distinct legal framework for property transactions requires specialist Scottish conveyancing expertise. Business rates policies differ from England, and some lenders apply Scottish property restrictions.
Galashiels's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Galashiels town centre transport interchange and regeneration. Growth in the Textile Heritage sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Galashiels are managed by Scotland 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 Scotland.
Commercial mortgage services available across Galashiels and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in Galashiels range from approximately £8 per square foot for secondary space up to £18 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £12 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Galashiels vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 7.5%-9.38%, retail at 6.84%-10.33%, industrial at 5.74%-7.4%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Galashiels's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, hotels and guest houses. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.