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

Colchester Co-working to Rent - Nayland

Nags Corner occupies a prominent roadside position fronting the A134 in Nayland, on the Essex and Suffolk border, approximately 6 miles north of Colchester. The property benefits from excellent road connectivity, with the A12 located approximately 5 miles away, providing convenient access to Colchester, Ipswich, Chelmsford and London. Set within an attractive rural environment overlooking Dedham Vale, the location combines a peaceful business setting with strong transport links and ample on-site parking

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

06/08/2026

Chelmsford Office to Rent

The property is situated at the northern end of Moulsham Street in the centre of the City of Chelmsford. Within the vicinity are a variety of shopping and restaurant facilities including The Meadows Shopping Centre. The City of Chelmsford is located approximately 37 miles northeast of London and benefits from excellent communications via the A12 giving direct access to the M25 (Junction 28) within 12 miles. The M11 and Stansted Airport are also easily accessible. The City’s railway station is within a few minutes walk and provides a fast and frequent service to London Liverpool Street with journey times from approximately 32 minutes.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

16/12/2024

Colchester Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

03/08/2026

Eight Ash Green Light Industrial to Rent

Various units available at Bullbanks Farm, off junction 26 of the A12.

Property Type:

Industrial

Date on Market:

31/07/2026

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

Date on Market:

29/07/2026

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

Date on Market:

29/07/2026

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

The property is set this excellent position close to Southend football club and within a short walk to both stations, priory park, all bus routes and town centre.

Date on Market:

19/11/2025

Rochford Industrial to Rent

Date on Market:

27/07/2026

Southend On Sea Industrial to Rent - Rochford

Date on Market:

27/07/2026

Southend On Sea Industrial to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

Date on Market:

27/07/2026

Halstead Office to Rent

A rare opportunity to rent a beautifully presented office suite within an attractive period building in the heart of Halstead High Street. Situated in a prominent High Street location, the property enjoys excellent visibility and convenient access to local shops, cafés, post office and public transport, making it an ideal base for a wide range of professional occupiers.

Date on Market:

27/07/2026

Southend On Sea Industrial to Rent - Rochford

Date on Market:

27/07/2026

Halstead Retail to Rent

An exceptional opportunity to secure a high-quality commercial premises in a prominent position on a thriving and busy High Street. Finished to an excellent standard throughout, this attractive unit offers a professional environment suitable for a wide range of retail, office, beauty, consultancy or service-based businesses (Class E use). Positioned within a well-established commercial location, the property enjoys excellent levels of pedestrian and vehicle traffic throughout the day and is surrounded by a mixture of established independent retailers, cafés, restaurants and professional businesses. The prominent frontage provides outstanding exposure, making it an ideal location for businesses looking to increase their profile and attract passing customers.

Date on Market:

27/07/2026

Canvey Island Industrial to Rent

Date on Market:

15/07/2026

Basildon Light Industrial to Rent

On the established Bowlers Croft Business Estate, and comprising mixed Showroom/Warehouse accommodation in a total of approx. 2,000 sq.ft. Suitable for a variety of uses. All measurements are approximate, and were taken on a GIA (Gross Internal Area) basis: Showroom 739 sq.ft. Kitchen/Stores/WC totalling 145 sq.ft. Warehouse 800 sq.ft. Eaves 3m. Apex 4.4m. Roller shutter to rear secure parking/hardstanding. Office 126 sq.ft.

Date on Market:

13/07/2026

Waltham Abbey Retail to Rent

This versatile commercial premises is located on Highbridge Street in Waltham Abbey, offering approximately 860 sq ft of well-configured space. Currently operating as a tea room, the unit benefits from excellent footfall, strong visibility, and a convenient position close to the town centre and market square. The property is available on a new lease, with the option to acquire the existing business or take the premises vacant, making it suitable for a wide range of occupiers subject to planning permission.

Date on Market:

09/07/2026

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

On the busy London Road (A13) opposite Chalkwell Park, and comprising elegant Office accommodation in approx. 1,000 sq.ft. Suitable for a variety of uses. All measurements are approximate, and were taken on a GIA (Gross Internal Area) basis. Ground Floor: 1,072 sq.ft. arranged to provide elegant open plan Office accommodation, including a stylish meeting room, WC & ancillary areas to the rear. Small external yard.

Date on Market:

09/07/2026

Colchester Industrial to Rent

The property is positioned on Newcomen Way within Severalls Industrial Park, one of Colchester’s most established and well-connected commercial areas. This sought-after location offers immediate access to the A12 and A120 interchange, delivering excellent road connectivity to regional and national networks. The A12 provides a direct route to London and Ipswich, while the A120 links smoothly to Harwich International Port and the M11 corridor toward Stansted Airport. Severalls Industrial Park is a hub for industrial and trade operators, with notable occupiers including Edmundson Electrical, Eurocell, Screwfix, Toolstation, and Crown Paints. The surrounding infrastructure supports a dynamic business environment, with close proximity to retail, amenities, and labor supply from Colchester town center, which is located just a short drive away. The property’s strategic positioning also allows efficient access to the East Coast ports of Harwich and Felixstowe, making it highly suitable for companies requiring robust distribution channels.

Date on Market:

08/07/2026

Southend On Sea Co-working to Rent - Southend-On-Sea

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

03/07/2026