Commercial Properties to Rent in Essex

Purfleet-On-Thames Industrial to Rent - Thurrock

Purfleet 343 at Purfleet Commercial Park offers 343,281 sq ft of market-leading distribution/warehouse space, delivered to a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ specification. Located within half a mile of Junction 30/31 of the M25, the property is ideally placed to serve London and the South East - enjoying fast access to the national motorway network and only 16 miles from Central London. Available now, the property benefits from 4MVA, a market-leading specification and a full rooftop of solar PV to support clean energy generation.

Date on Market:

08/04/2020

Braintree Industrial to Rent - Great Notley

Panattoni Park Braintree is a prime South East logistics hub offering 576,619 sq ft of high-spec industrial space with excellent connectivity. Just 18 minutes from London Stansted Airport, 35 minutes from the M25, and within an hour from London, Felixstowe, and London Gateway, Panattoni Park Braintree provides seamless access to air, road, and port links. The site is located within Horizon 120 Business Park (CM77 7AX) and benefits from excellent on-site amenities, including a Gridserve hub, Costa Coffee, and Café Plaza, enhancing convenience for businesses and employees. The development is ready for rapid delivery, with detailed consent in place for Phase 1 – a single unit speculative build of 171,915 sq ft, which is under construction and available Q2 2026. A Reserved Matters planning application has been submitted for Phase 2, consisting of three units of 240,872, 99,390, and 64,442 sq ft. These units will be available in Q4 2026. Designed for sustainability, all units will achieve BREEAM ‘Excellent, EPC ‘A,’ and Net Zero Carbon in construction.

Date on Market:

13/05/2025

Loughton Retail to Rent - Epping Forest

The former Epping Forest Visitor Centre occupies a 140-square-metre/1,506-square-foot, single-storey building set within the heart of Epping Forest, one of the UK’s most historic and biologically significant ancient woodlands. Positioned at High Beach, a key visitor hub surrounded by over 8,000 acres of accessible woodland, the site enjoys strong, year-round footfall from walkers, cyclists, runners, riders, families, and day visitors. The property features an enchanting exterior with a charming path directly connected to forest trails. Inside, the vaulted ceilings and skylights foster a vibrant, airy atmosphere with ample room for guest reception, showroom product displays, nature classes, and much more. The City of London Corp. is seeking proposals that are innovative, commercially viable, and demonstrate how the business will complement the Forest, enhance the visitor experience, and support High Beach as an inclusive and welcoming destination. Uses must be accessible, add value to the local community and Forest users, and align with the organization’s long-term vision for the site. Potential uses include food and beverage, outdoor leisure and wellness, and community-focused enterprises. The location benefits from excellent connectivity, attracting visitors from across London, Essex, and the wider commuter belt, with convenient access to the M25 and the A11/A12 corridors, as well as nearby Tube services into Central London. Its natural setting, extensive trail network, and established visitor demand make it an exceptional location for a nature-aligned commercial venture.

Property Type:

Specialist

Date on Market:

19/03/2026

West Horndon Industrial to Rent - Brentwood

Fronting the junction of the A128/A127 at East Horndon, London, Brentwood Commercial Park offers highly accessible industrial and logistics space just 3 miles from the M25. With the first two development phases now fully let, London Brentwood Commercial Park invites businesses to explore the potential of its last remaining site, Plot 2. A 129,910-square-foot unit is consented on Plot 2, but the site can also accommodate a three-unit layout, providing an 88,800-square-foot unit and two units of 22,120 square feet each. London Brentwood Commercial Park delivers world-class warehouse units, and Unit 2’s consented plan outlines a range of key specifications for high-volume operators. It targets a BREEAM Excellent and an A+ EPC rating, with future-conscious features such as solar PV systems, EV charging, and energy-saving measures. Externally, there will be a 50-metre yard, 111 car parking spaces, and 24 HGV spaces. The warehouse boasts a 12-metre clear internal height, four level-access doors, 12 loading dock doors, and 1 MVA of heavy power (ability to increase significantly). There is also 10,740 square feet of Grade A office space for administrative functions. World-class multimodal infrastructure, combined with powerful connectivity to the UK, European, and global markets, fortifies London Brentwood Commercial Park as a premier point of operations. Transporters can connect to the motorway network in minutes, quickly connecting them to pivotal conduits like the Port of Tilbury, London Gateway, City Airport, and more. Workforces are easily able to commute as well, with regular bus services to West Horndon Railway Station, less than a mile away, or a seven-minute bike ride.

Date on Market:

02/01/2024

Ilford Office to Rent

The property fronts both Charter Avenue directly on the corner with Wards Road being which can be accessed directly from Ley St. Ley Street leads within a short drive of the main A12 Eastern Avenue, leading to Newbury Park Station and Essex in an easterly direction through to Gants Hill, M11/A406 North Circular in a westerly direction.

Date on Market:

24/06/2026

Southend-On-Sea Retail to Rent

The property comprises prime ground floor retail accommodation forming part of The Palace Hotel, occupying a prominent seafront position in Southend-on-Sea. Multiple units are available, offering flexibility for a range of occupiers. Southend-on-Sea is located on the northern bank of the Thames Estuary, approximately 40 miles east of London. The town is a well-established seaside destination, benefiting from its close proximity to the capital and attracting visitors to its pier, extensive coastline and popular beaches. The Palace is an impressive Edwardian building dating back to 1904 and remains a notable feature of Southend’s seafront. Situated on the northern side of Pier Hill, the building is locally listed and enjoys uninterrupted views across the Thames Estuary.

Date on Market:

19/06/2026

Southend On Sea Retail to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

The property comprises an ex-River Island retail unit on the ground, first and second floors. Sales space is situated on ground and first with further ancillary space on first and second. Staff WCs are on the second floor. The property forms part of a modern building with brick elevations and has a prominent glazed display window to the first floor. 2 car spaces to rear.

Date on Market:

16/06/2026

Leigh On Sea Office to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

A well-located ground floor office suite in the heart of Leigh-on-Sea, offering a practical and flexible workspace solution. The unit comprises a partitioned open-plan office suitable for small teams, with good natural light and essential amenities including a kitchenette and private toilets. Positioned on London Road, the property benefits from strong local amenities and is just a short walk from the waterfront.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

15/06/2026

Southend On Sea Office to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

Date on Market:

11/06/2026

Southend-On-Sea Retail to Rent

All measurements are approximate, and were measured on a gross internal area (GIA) basis: Ground Floor: (Front Of House) 3,358 sq.ft. (Back Of House) 1,389 sq.ft. First Floor: (Front Of House) 1,983 sq.ft. (Back Of House) 2,497 sq.ft. Overall Total: 9,227 sq.ft.

Date on Market:

10/06/2026

Upminster Co-working to Rent - Romford

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

09/06/2026

Southend On Sea Retail to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

Date on Market:

04/06/2026

Earls Colne Office to Rent

Earls Colne Business Park is set within a landscaped environment just 2.5 miles from the A120 and 5 miles from the A12, providing strong regional connectivity. The park offers a professional setting with 24/7 security and well-maintained common areas. Nearby amenities include Marks Hall Estate, a hotel, golf club, leisure center, and other local services, creating a supportive business environment. Major towns such as Colchester, Braintree, and Chelmsford are easily accessible, along with the Port of Harwich, enhancing appeal for companies seeking convenience and accessibility.

Date on Market:

04/06/2026

Halstead Industrial to Rent

Bluebridge Industrial Estate is located off Colchester Road (A1124), approximately 3/4 of a mile to the east of Halstead Town Centre. The estate benefits from good road communications, with the A1124 providing access to the A120 at Coggeshall and onward connections to the A12 at Colchester. The A131 is also readily accessible via Halstead town centre, linking with Braintree and the wider regional road network. First Avenue is one of the principal estate roads within Bluebridge Industrial Estate, linking directly to Colchester Road (A1124) and providing convenient access throughout the estate.

Date on Market:

02/06/2026

Colchester Industrial to Rent

The building sits prominently on Wyncolls Road on the popular and well established Severalls Industrial Park. which is located directly adjacent to the A12 / A120 interchange, providing excellent road access to the east coast ports of Harwich and Felixstowe, Stansted Airport, the M25 and A14.

Date on Market:

02/06/2026

Brentwood Retail to Rent

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

02/06/2026

Earls Colne Industrial to Rent

The property is situated within Earls Colne Business Park, a well-established industrial estate just 2.5 miles north of the A120 and 5 miles from the A12, providing excellent road connectivity to Harwich International Port and the national motorway network. Chelmsford is approximately 15 miles to the south, with Colchester located 8 miles east. The business park is home to a range of logistics and industrial occupiers, offering a secure and managed environment with easy access to regional and national trade routes.

Date on Market:

02/06/2026

Braintree Office to Rent

Skyline 120 is situated in a highly accessible location close to the junction of the A120 and the A131 and enjoys fast access to Stansted Airport, Chelmsford, M11 Junction 8 and the national motorway network. Two train stations at Braintree provide regular services to London Liverpool Street, and rail services to the Midlands and the North can be accessed via Stansted Airport.

Date on Market:

21/10/2024

Loughton Industrial to Rent - Epping Forest

Prospect Business Park is situated on Langston Road Loughton, which is the established commercial area for the location. Langston Road has numerous offices and industrial premises and is the home to the Bank of England printworks. Langston Road has many motor showrooms and retail outlets. The nearest station is Debden (Central Line) which is within walking distance and the M11 motorway junction north bound is within a quarter of a mile. Other occupiers in the estate include Screwfix, Crossfold Electrical Wholesalers, Simmi London and Triton Cycles.

Date on Market:

27/05/2026

Southend On Sea Retail to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

All measurements are approximate & were measured on a GIA (Gross Internal Area) basis. Ground Floor: 3,500 sq.ft. First Floor: 1,132 sq.ft. Basement: 678 sq.ft. Rear yard with refuse store & parking.

Date on Market:

27/05/2026

Dagenham Industrial to Rent

Situated in Selinas Lane, which is off Whalebone Lane South (A1112). The nearest station is Chadwell Heath overground station.

Date on Market:

22/05/2026

Westcliff On Sea Office to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

Reliance Estates are pleased to present this commercial unit on Shoe Lane in Westcliff-On-Sea. The property can be used as an office and may also be suitable for a variety of other uses, subject to the necessary permissions, including a beauty or treatment room, consulting space, studio, training or tuition space, or other small business use. The property features two rooms, a kitchen, and bathroom facilities. £850pcm

Date on Market:

22/05/2026

Clacton On Sea Retail to Rent - Clacton-on-Sea

Brook Park West is a vibrant development featuring prominent retail and leisure facilities. The park is home to well-known brands like Lidl, Pets at Home, Marks & Spencer Foodhall, McDonald's, Costa Coffee, and Marston's, ensuring excellent customer traffic and a dynamic shopping environment. Additionally, it is situated opposite Brook Park which features B&Q, Currys, Tesco extra, KFC and Pizza Hut. The site offers convenient access to Clacton Town Centre via the A133 and direct links to the A120 and A12, connecting to Ipswich, Colchester, and London . Clacton-on-Sea train station is just a short car journey away (approx. 6 mins), offering excellent transport links to Colchester (30 mins) and London Liverpool Street (90 mins).

Date on Market:

22/05/2026