Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Stone and Staffordshire.
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
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Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Historic canal town with strong community. Good rail links to Stoke and Stafford.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Stone town centre improvements; canal basin enhancement; Westbridge Park; Aston Lodge housing; former industrial site conversions; Walton housing area; community facilities
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £8 psf | £3 psf | £3 - £8 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £13 psf | £9 psf | £9 - £13 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.
Investor appetite for Stone commercial property remains steady, with office & professional services assets attracting the most interest.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Serviced office premises, town centre
Ground floor shop with A1 use, Oulton
Manufacturing unit with loading, Aston
87-room boutique hotel, Walton
Freehold pub with trade garden, Stone 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 Stone. 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 ProfileStone presents development opportunities linked to Stone town centre improvements. Growing demand from the Food & Drink (Joules Brewery) 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 for quality properties.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Stone and the wider Staffordshire region, from commercial property purchases to development and refurbishment projects.
Stone is a small Staffordshire town on the Trent and Mersey Canal, historically important as a canal junction and now appreciated as one of the county's most attractive small towns. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Food & Drink (Joules Brewery), Canal Tourism, Retail sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.4% and 12.8% price growth over five years, Stone offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Stone rail to Stafford/Stoke-on-Trent supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Stone town centre improvements, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
Limited stock of institutional-grade commercial property in Stone means investors often need to consider value-add strategies. Planning timelines and local authority capacity can extend development schedules beyond initial expectations.
Stone's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Stone town centre improvements. Growth in the Food & Drink (Joules Brewery) sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Stone are managed by Staffordshire 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 Staffordshire.
Commercial mortgage services available across Stone and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in Stone range from approximately £3 per square foot for secondary space up to £8 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £5 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Stone vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 8.75%-10.25%, retail at 7.44%-10.3%, industrial at 7.45%-9.88%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Stone's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, hotels and guest houses, pubs and restaurants. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.