Barnsley, South YorkshireLocal lender appetite and market data

Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in Barnsley

CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Barnsley and South Yorkshire. 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
£105
Avg Price/sq ft
8.8%
Average Yield
+27.5%
5yr Price Growth
+19.2%
5yr Rental Growth

Barnsley commercial property delivers 8.8% average yield with 27.5% five-year price growth.

Barnsley ranks among the UK's strongest commercial property markets on both income and capital growth, a profile lenders treat favourably for SPV-led acquisitions.

Barnsley 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

Barnsley commercial property market signals

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

Glass Works has transformed town centre retail. Digital Campus creating tech opportunities. Values offer significant yield premium.

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Key Industries

  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Healthcare
  • Logistics
  • Professional Services

Transport Links

  • Barnsley rail station
  • M1 motorway

Regeneration

Glass Works development; town centre transformation; Digital Campus

Listen: South Yorkshire Q1 2026 commercial property briefing

The South Yorkshire regional briefing covering Barnsley and the wider region. A Q2 2026 commercial property briefing on South Yorkshire, a four-town metropolitan county anchored on Sheffield, with an advanced manufacturing core at Catcliffe, an AMID logistics corridor running east to Doncaster's iPort, and active town-centre regeneration in Rotherham and Barnsley. We cover transaction volumes across Sheffield, Doncaster, Rotherham and Barnsley, recent Acuitus auction yields running from around ten and a half percent up to seventeen and a half percent on secondary multi-let industrial, and where lender appetite sits today.

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HMLR transaction evidence

Barnsley commercial property transaction evidence

213 commercial sales in Barnsley across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 4 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

Unit 47 And Unit 48, Claycliffe Business Park, Barugh Green, Barnsley

Sale price
£52,875
OfficeQ4 2025

Cannon Way, Unit 9, Claycliffe Business Park, Barugh Green, Barnsley

Sale price
£140,000
OfficeQ3 2025

Joseph Locke House, Heelis Street, Barnsley

Sale price
£5,500,000
OfficeQ3 2025

Joseph Locke House, Heelis Street, Barnsley

Sale price
£9,191,915
CommercialQ1 2026

24, Cawthorne Road, Barugh Green, Barnsley

Sale price
£420,000
CommercialQ1 2026

33, Vaal Street, Barnsley

Sale price
£75,000
CommercialQ1 2026

The Wombwell Unit, Littlefield Lane, Wombwell, Barnsley

Sale price
£257,000
CommercialQ1 2026

98b, Darfield Road, Cudworth, Barnsley

Sale price
£265,000
CommercialQ4 2025

1, Acorn Way, Grimethorpe, Barnsley

Sale price
£300,000
CommercialQ4 2025

6, York Street, Cudworth, Barnsley

Sale price
£65,000
CommercialQ4 2025

1, Wentworth Station, Hoyland, Barnsley

Sale price
£160,000
CommercialQ4 2025

357, Carlton Road, Carlton, Barnsley

Sale price
£160,000
CommercialQ4 2025

129, Doncaster Road, Barnsley

Sale price
£121,000
CommercialQ3 2025

6, Station Road, Dodworth, Barnsley

Sale price
£90,000
CommercialQ3 2025

321a, Hough Lane, Wombwell, Barnsley

Sale price
£190,000
CommercialQ3 2025

3b, George Street, Wombwell, Barnsley

Sale price
£139,000
CommercialQ3 2025

Brierley Village Social Club, Church Street, Brierley, Barnsley

Sale price
£166,000
CommercialQ3 2025

106, Hawshaw Lane, Hoyland, Barnsley

Sale price
£800,000
CommercialQ3 2025

19a, Market Street, Barnsley

Sale price
£79,000
CommercialQ3 2025

Wentworth Brewsters, Maple Road, Tankersley, Barnsley

Sale price
£317,550
CommercialQ3 2025

182a, New Road, Staincross, Barnsley

Sale price
£75,000
CommercialQ3 2025

Cudworth Industrial Working Mens Club, James Street, Cudworth, Barnsley

Sale price
£168,000
CommercialQ3 2025

32, Sheffield Road, Barnsley

Sale price
£100,000
CommercialQ3 2025

44, Pitt Street West, Barnsley

Sale price
£110,000
CommercialQ3 2025

81, Huddersfield Road, Barnsley

Sale price
£300,000
CommercialQ3 2025

1, Princess Street, Barnsley

Sale price
£150,000
CommercialQ3 2025

2, Pearson Crescent, Wombwell, Barnsley

Sale price
£150,000
CommercialQ3 2025

34, Longman Road, Barnsley

Sale price
£145,000
CommercialQ3 2025

Car Park, Corton Wood, Brampton, Barnsley

Sale price
£155,000
CommercialQ3 2025

123 - 127, Summer Lane, Wombwell, Barnsley

Sale price
£170,000

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.

Barnsley commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance

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

What makes Barnsley 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 8.8% across the local market
  • 27.5% property price growth over the past five years
  • 19.2% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
  • Strong occupier demand from Retail and Manufacturing sectors
  • Excellent transport connectivity including Barnsley rail station
  • Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth

Development Opportunities

Barnsley presents development opportunities linked to Glass Works development. Growing demand from the Retail 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 quality retail and residential development.

Property Types We Finance

Retail UnitsHigh Street ShopsShopping CentresIndustrial UnitsFactory SpaceMedical/Dental PracticesCare HomesIndustrial/Warehouse

Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Barnsley and the wider South Yorkshire region, from retail unit purchases to industrial unit purchases.

Need a commercial mortgage decision in Barnsley?

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

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

How active is the commercial property market in Barnsley?

HM Land Registry recorded 213 commercial property transactions in Barnsley during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £108,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £80,000 and £150,000. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).

What is the typical commercial property price in Barnsley?

The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Barnsley is £108,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £80,000, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £150,000 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Barnsley.

Which commercial property sectors are most active in Barnsley?

The most active commercial sectors in Barnsley (by recorded transaction count) are: office (4 transactions). 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 Barnsley?

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

Call 07595 366094 or use the contact form to request a commercial mortgage quote in Barnsley. We will review the asset, sector, deal structure and lender appetite specific to Barnsley 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.