Industrial Properties for Sale in East of England

Great Wakering Light Industrial for Sale

Yard & buildings on a secure site of approx. 0.585 acres currently let to Sortera for use as a Transport Depot. The site is let to Sortera for use as a Transport Depot. This occupation is by virtue of a 15-year lease expiring in 2038 which is subject to 5 yearly reviews and a current passing rent of £70,000 per annum. Our clients own the site by way of four 999 year leases which were granted between June 1987 and July 2024 at a peppercorn rent. Offers in the region of £1,100,000 are now sought and we understand that our clients have an option to acquire the freehold and thereby sell on a freehold basis. We are advised that the property has been elected for VAT.

Property Subtype:

Light Manufacturing

Date on Market:

28/07/2025

Earls Colne Industrial for Sale

The premises comprise two detached mixed use buildings together with on-site surfaced parking for around 32 vehicles.<br/><br/>Unit 1 The Mill Store: The building comprises office space over ground and first floor level within a former foundry believed to date from around the 1850's, and is of part wrought iron and timber framed construction, and part loading bearing brickwork with elements rendered and painted externally with the principal elevations, including large timber sash windows, under a pitched roof with slate covering. The unit benefits from office space, with kitchenette and WC facilities.<br/><br/>Units 2 & 3 The Mill Store: A detached two storey building comprising office, storage & manufacturing space. Built in circa 2004, the building is of brick faced block inner leaf outer wall construction to around 3.2m eaves height beneath a slate covered Mansard roof. The office accommodation can be found at first floor level, together with kitchenette and WC facilities. There is also a workshop attached beneath a shallow pitched felt covered flat roof.<br/><br/>Accommodation<br/>(Approximate gross internal measurements) <br/>Unit 1Approx. 3,883 sq ft (360.7 sq m)<br/>Unit 2Approx. 1,158 sq ft (107.6 sq m)<br/>Unit 3Approx. 7,496 sq ft ( 696.4 sq m)<br/>TotalApprox. 12,537 sq ft (1,164.7 sq m)<br/><br/>Terms<br/>The premises are to be sold freehold, with vacant possession, at a guide price of £1,250,000 plus VAT.<br/><br/>VAT<br/>We are advised that VAT is applicable.<br/><br/>Business Rates<br/>We have been informed that the rateable value of the premises are currently assessed independently, with a combined rateable value of £76,775. We therefore estimate that the rates payable are likely to be in the region of £39,300 per annum.<br/><br/>Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with the local rating authority to confirm their liabilities. <br/><br/>Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)<br/>We have been advised that the premises have been assessed as follows; Unit 1 - E (118) Unit 2 - C (52) Unit 3 - D (88)<br/><br/>A full copy of the EPC assessments and recommendation reports are available from our office upon request.<br/><br/>Planning<br/>We are advised that the long standing, existing, use is for offices, storage and light production. The property is not listed but is located within the Earls Colne Conservation area. <br/><br/>Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with Braintree District Council.<br/><br/>Legal Costs<br/>Each party will bear their own legal costs.<br/><br/>Anti-Money Laundering Regulations <br/>Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require Fenn Wright to formally verify prospective purchaser's identify, residence and source of funds prior to instructing solicitors. <br/><br/>Viewings Strictly By Appointment Via Sole Selling Agents:<br/><br/>Fenn Wright<br/>[use Contact Agent Button]<br/>[use Contact Agent Button]

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

23/07/2025

Witham Industrial for Sale - Braintree

Freehold - Consideration will be given to the freehold sale with Vacant Possession. Terms upon request.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

10/07/2025

Eye Portfolio of properties for Sale

Lot 73 is available for sale at an Allsop online auction to be held on Tuesday 24th of March 2026. The property comprises a freehold owner user opportunity for sale. The asking price is £1,800,000.

Date on Market:

07/07/2025

Witham Industrial for Sale - Braintree

TITLE The property is held freehold under Title EX723810. TERMS The property is offered for sale freehold with vacant possession. GUIDE PRICE £1,695,000 (One Million Six Hundred and Ninety Five Thousand Pounds)

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

07/07/2025

Dunstable Industrial for Sale

The long leasehold interest of the property is for sale at a figure of £895,000. The property is achieving a rental of £100,000 per annum from the existing tenants, with 27 years remaining on the lease.

Date on Market:

03/07/2025

Epping Industrial for Sale - Epping Forest

Industrial estate with a mix of units plus a large amount of hardstanding and development potential to create further units. Arranged as a large rectangular area with industrial units along one side and parking on the other side with a large thoroughfare in the middle. One of the units is fully fitted with ramps and a rolling road and various other equipment associated with a MOT station. This is the only MOT station in Epping. This unit also has parking to the rear for a further 10+ vehicles. Another modern industrial unit on the estate which has 3 roller shutters and could be sub-divided into 3 separate units is also being used for motor repairs and has a number of ramps and equipment and associated office, kitchen and WC’s. Furthermore one unit is self-contained and comprises large workshop warehouse, kitchen, storage and WC. There is a large office unit (1542 sq ft) which would lend itself to redevelopment to create 2-3 further industrial units (STP) and a small industrial unit which will make a great office (364 sq ft). The left-hand side of the development is completely undeveloped and would suit a redevelopment (subject to consent) - see sketch plan within this brochure.

Date on Market:

25/06/2025

Witham Industrial for Sale - Braintree

The property comprises a detached purpose-built industrial premises constructed in the mid 1990's with an impressive minimum eaves height of approximately 12.20m rising to 16.80m at the apex. The industrial area benefits from four loading doors to the rear elevation and LED lighting. At the front of the property is a well presented two-storey office section which provides reception, open plan and private offices, meeting rooms and staff facilities. The offices have been fitted out to a very high standard and benefit from suspended ceilings with LED lighting and a combined heating / ventilating / air conditioning system. At the front of the property is a secure car park which provides parking for approximately 80 vehicles. <br /><br />LOCATION<br />Francis House is prominently situated at the end of Freebournes Road on the Established Freebournes Industrial Estate less than 300 metres from Junction 22 of the A12. The A12 provides convenient access to Junction 28 of the M25 to the south and the east coast ports of Harwich and Felixstowe to the north east via its connection with the A120 and A14 respectively. Access to the M11 and Stansted Airport is via the A120 from Braintree which is linked to Witham via the B1018. Witham Station provides a frequent services to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of approximately 45 minutes. <br /><br />ACCOMMODATION <br />[Approximate Gross Internal Floor Areas] <br />Ground<br />Industrial/Warehouse - 73,896 sq ft [6,865.00 sq m]<br />Office/WC/Staff Facilities - 6,193 sq ft [575.00 sq m]<br />Plant Rooms - 2,123 sq ft [197.00 sq m]<br />First<br />Office/WC/Staff Facilities - 6,193 sq ft [575.00 sq m]<br />Total: 88,405 sq ft [8,212.00 sq m]<br /><br />SERVICES<br />We understand the property is connected to mains water, drainage, gas and three phase electricity. We have not tested any of the services and all interested parties should rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant utility company in connection with the availability and capacity of all of those serving the property including IT and telecommunication links. <br /><br />ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE [EPC] <br />We have been advised the property falls within Class B (50) of the energy performance assessment scale. A full copy of the EPC assessment and recommendation report is available upon request.<br /><br />PLANNING<br />We understand the property has a longstanding B2 Use. We advise all interested parties to contact the Local Authority for further information. <br /><br />LOCAL AUTHORITY<br />Braintree District Council<br />T.[use Contact Agent Button] <br /><br />WITHAM INDUSTRIAL WATCH<br />Witham Industrial Watch was set up by a network of local businesses to provide amongst other things, effective estate management and enhanced security throughout the towns industrial areas. By obtaining Business Improvement District funding WIW has employed an estate manager, installed Automatic Number Place Recognition and improved signage throughout the industrial areas. Further information can be found at <br />BUSINESS RATES <br />We are advised that the premises has a rateable value of £480,000. Therefore estimated annual rates payable of approximately £262,080 (2025/26).<br /><br />TENURE<br />The property is held on a Long Leasehold basis for a Term of 125 years from 1st April 2015. We understand the Ground Rent is currently £42,309 per annum. Further information is available upon request.<br /><br />TENANCY<br />The property is let to Crittall Windows Limited (Company No 00200794) on a Full Repairing and Insuring Lease for an unbroken 10 year Term from the 21st March 2022 at a passing rent of £495,000 per annum. There is an upward only market Rent Review on the 5th anniversary of the Lease Term. A copy of the Lease is available upon request. <br /><br />COVENANT<br />The property is let to the renowned steel window manufacturer, Crittall Windows. Crittall Windows roots trace back to the mid-1800s, when Frances Berrington Crittall and his son Francis Henry Crittall established their window manufacturing business in Braintree, Essex. Crittall Windows Limited was incorporated as a limited company in 1924. Nearly 200 years of exceptional craftsmanship have earned Crittall a reputation synonymous with quality steel windows and doors. In order to protect this longstanding legacy, the word Crittall was registered with UK Trademark No. UK[use Contact Agent Button] on 22nd June 1928. (Source: )<br /><br />Crittall Windows Limited were incorporated in 1924 and as at 29th March 2024 had a turnover of £15,484,000 and a Pre-Tax Profit of £622,000. <br /><br />TERMS<br />The property is offered for sale on a long leasehold basis subject to the existing lease to Crittall Windows Limited. Our client is seeking offers in the region of £7,000,000.<br /><br />VAT<br />We understand the property is elected to VAT, however the sale may be eligible to be treated as a Transfer of a Going Concern.<br /><br />LEGAL COSTS<br />Each party to bear their own legal costs incurred in this transaction.<br /><br />ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS <br />Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require Fenn Wright to formally verify a prospective purchaser's identity prior to the instruction of solicitors. <br /><br />VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT VIA SOLE SELLING AGENTS:<br /><br />Contact: <br />James Wright <br />E: [use Contact Agent Button]<br />

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

25/06/2025

Witham Industrial for Sale - Braintree

The site comprises two industrial/warehouse buildings with a central access/loading area. Soprema House is located on the west side and 20 Freebournes Road is on the east side. Both buildings have a concrete surfaced circulation space around the perimeter allowing for easy entry and exit and a dedicated car park at the front of each property.<br/><br/>Soprema House comprises a modern purpose built industrial/warehouse which was constructed in 1999/2000. The warehouse has a minimum eaves height of 6.70m rising to an apex of 8.90m. There are two loading doors measuring approximately 4.80m wide x 5.00m high and 4.60m wide x 4.00m high. At the front of the property is a two storey office section which were fitted out in 2018 and provides a mix of open plan and private offices together with staff welfare facilities. The accommodation is air conditioned and has a well presented reception with a passenger lift.<br/><br/>20 Freebournes Road comprises a clear span industrial/warehouse with a minimum eaves height of 4.65m rising to 6.40m at the apex. There are two loading doors measuring approximately 4.80m wide x 5.00m high. At the front of the property is a two storey section which provides a mix of stores and staff welfare facilities on the ground floor and office accommodation on the first floor. The offices benefit from a suspended ceiling with inset lighting and air conditioning. <br/><br/>LOCATION<br/>The properties are located on the established Freebournes Industrial Estate less than a mile from Junction 22 of the A12. The A12 provides convenient access to Junction 28 of the M25 (22 miles) to the south and the east coast ports of Harwich and Felixstowe to the north east via its connection with the A120 and A14 respectively. Access to the M11 and Stansted Airport is via the A120 from Braintree which is linked to Witham via the B1018. Witham Station provides a frequent service to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of approximately 45 minutes. <br/><br/>ACCOMMODATION <br/>[Approximate Gross Internal Floor Areas] <br/>Soprema House<br/>Ground Floor <br/>Warehouse - 3,006.00 sq. m. [32,357 sq. ft.]<br/>Office - 576.85 sq. m. [6,209 sq. ft.] <br/>First Floor <br/>Offices - 632.00 sq. m. [6,803 sq. ft.] <br/>Second Floor<br/>Plant Room - 48.10 sq. m. [517 sq. ft.]<br/>Total - 4,262.95 sq. m. [45,886 sq. ft.]<br/>20 Freebournes Road<br/>Ground Floor<br/>Warehouse - 3,002.32 sq. m. - [32,317 sq. ft.] <br/>Office/Stores- 628.48 sq. m. - [6,765 sq. ft.] <br/>First Floor<br/>Offices - 628.48 sq. m. [6,765 sq. ft.]<br/>Total: 4,259.28 sq. m. [45,847 sq. ft.] <br/><br/>The entire site area is approximately 3.63 acre.<br/><br/>SERVICES<br/>The property is connected to mains water, gas and electricity. <br/>There is a substation on site which provides two 1,000 kVA transformers each with an independent 11,000 volt switched supply to the grid.<br/>There is a large incoming gas supply capable of supporting 3 - 5 megawatts (tbc)<br/>We have not tested any of the services and all interested parties should rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant utility company in connection with the availability and capacity of all of those serving the property including IT and telecommunication links. <br/><br/>ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE (EPC) <br/>Soprema House - B (41) <br/>20 Freebournes Road - B (31)<br/>A copy of the EPC assessments and recommendation reports are available upon request.<br/><br/>PLANNING<br/>We understand both buildings have an established B2/B8 Use. Interested parties are advised to contact the Local Authority.<br/><br/>LOCAL AUTHORITY<br/>Braintree District Council<br/>T.[use Contact Agent Button] <br/><br/>WITHAM INDUSTRIAL WATCH<br/>Witham Industrial Watch was set up by a network of local businesses to provide amongst other things, effective estate management and enhanced security throughout the towns industrial areas. By obtaining Business Improvement District funding WIW has employed an estate manager, installed Automatic Number Place Recognition and improved signage throughout the industrial areas. Further information can be found at <br/>BUSINESS RATES<br/>Soprema House <br/>We are advised that the premises has a rateable value of £292,500. Therefore estimated annual rates payable of approximately £162,337 (2025/26).<br/>20 Freebournes Road<br/>We are advised that the premises has a rateable value of £272,500. Therefore estimated annual rates payable of approximately £151,237 (2025/26).<br/><br/>TENURE<br/>The site is held under freehold title EX551789.<br/><br/>TENANCY<br/>Soprema House is let to Soprema UK Limited (Company No 02939363) on a Full Repairing and Insuring Lease subject to a Schedule of Condition for a Term of 5 Years from the 17th March 2023 at a passing rent is £442,000 per annum. Soprema have been in occupation since 2018. A copy of the lease is available upon request. <br/><br/>COVENANT<br/>Soprema UK Limited have an Experian rating of 100/100 and are classified as Very Low Risk. The company was incorporated in 1994 and as at 31st December 2024 had a turnover of £25,739,953 and a Pre-Tax Profit of £2,918,578.<br/><br/>TERMS<br/>The site is offered for sale freehold subject to the lease of Soprema House to Soprema UK Limited. <br/><br/>GUIDE PRICE<br/>£10,000,000<br/><br/>VAT<br/>We understand the property is elected to VAT, however the sale may be eligible to be treated as a Transfer of Going Concern.<br/><br/>LEGAL COSTS<br/>Each party to bear their own legal costs incurred in this transaction.<br/><br/>ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS <br/>Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require Fenn Wright to formally verify a prospective purchaser's identity prior to the instruction of solicitors. <br/><br/>VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT VIA SOLE SELLING AGENTS:<br/><br/>James Wright <br/>E: [use Contact Agent Button]<br/>[use Contact Agent Button]

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

17/06/2025

Ipswich Light Industrial for Sale

The property has an eaves height of approximately 8 feet, concrete floor, fluorescent lights and a small office and WC with sink facilities. Externally there is limited forecourt parking and loading. The property has previously been used as a workshop and store. Planning permission was granted in 2010 for the demolition of the store and development of a three-storey residential development comprising 6 No. flats and on-site parking (IP/07/01059/FUL). Interested parties are invited to make their own investigations of Ipswich Borough Council on 01473 937866.

Date on Market:

12/06/2025

St Albans Industrial for Sale

Available to purchase by way of a long leasehold interest with 87 years remaining at a peppercorn rent.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

05/06/2025

Hitchin Industrial for Sale

The property is located on the main commercial area located to the north west of the town and forms part of an area of high-quality modern development.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

29/05/2025

Bedford Industrial for Sale - Souldrop

Apollo Business Park is located just off the A6 trunk road, 4 miles from Rushden, 9 miles from Bedford and Wellingborough, 16 miles from Kettering, St Neots and Tempsford and 18 miles from Northampton. The location boasts superb transport links with access to the M1 via Northampton, the A1 via Bedford and the A45 via Rushden.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

28/05/2025

Bedford Industrial for Sale - Souldrop

Apollo Business Park is located just off the A6 trunk road, 4 miles from Rushden, 9 miles from Bedford and Wellingborough, 16 miles from Kettering, St Neots and Tempsford and 18 miles from Northampton. The location boasts superb transport links with access to the M1 via Northampton, the A1 via Bedford and the A45 via Rushden.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

28/05/2025

Boreham Industrial for Sale

The property comprises an industrial/warehouse building which is split between two workshops and a warehouse. The warehouse is currently fitted out with racking and an extensive mezzanine which is split over the first and second floors. The mezzanine and racking could be removed to provide a clear span warehouse with a minimum eaves height of approximately 5.00m rising to 7.50m at the apex. There are two loading doors to the warehouse (4.00m wide x 5.90m high and 5.50m wide x 4.75m high). At the front of the warehouse is a two storey office section which provides reception, offices, canteen, WC and welfare facilities. The two workshops have a roller shutter access door (Workshop 1 - 4.25m wide x 4.50m high and Workshop 2 - 3.90m wide x 4.75m high) and a minimum eaves height of approximately 3.00m. <br /><br />The site has traded as a vehicle breakers for over 20 years and benefits from an End of Life Vehicle (ELV) license, de-pollution system, 1 x four post ramp, 3 x two post ramps, and compressor with air lines. All of this equipment can be removed if not required.<br /><br />LOCATION<br />The property is situated on the established Drakes Lane industrial estate approximately 4.5 miles to the north east of Chelmsford City Centre. Drakes Lane provides direct access to Waltham Road which in turn provides easy access to Main Road (B1137) Boreham and the A131. The A12 dual carriageway can be accessed to the west via Junction 19 or to the east via Junction 20A/20B. The A12 connects to the M25 (Junction 28) to the south west and the International Ports of Harwich and Felixstowe to the north east. The new Beaulieu Park Train Station which provides frequent services to London Liverpool Street is less than 10 minutes away by car. Accessibility will be enhanced further upon completion of the Chelmsford North East Bypass which will improve connections from the subject property to Chelmsford and the A12 to the south and Braintree and the A120 to the north. (Source: )<br /><br />ACCOMMODATION <br />[Approximate Gross Internal Floor Areas] <br />Ground<br />Workshop 1 - 77.28 sq. m [831 sq. ft.]<br />Workshop 2 - 158.20 sq. m [1,700 sq. ft.]<br />Warehouse - 687.00 sq. m [7,394 sq. ft.]<br />Office/Reception/WC's - 63.00 sq. m [678 sq. ft.]<br />First<br />Mezzanine - 372.69 sq. m [4,011 sq. ft.]<br />Offices/WC's - 63.00 sq. m [678 sq. ft.]<br />Second Floor<br />Mezzanine - 236.25 sq. m [2,542 sq. ft.]<br />Total: 1,657.42 sq. m [17,834 sq. ft.]<br /><br />SERVICES<br />We understand the property is connected to mains water and three phase electricity. We have not tested any of the services and all interested parties should rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant utility company in connection with the availability and capacity of all of those serving the property including IT and telecommunication links.<br /><br />ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE [EPC] <br />We have been advised the property falls within Band E (101) of the energy performance assessment scale. A full copy of the EPC assessment and recommendation report is available upon request.<br /><br />BUSINESS RATES <br />We are advised that the premises have a rateable value of £62,000. Therefore estimated annual rates payable of approximately £33,852 (2025/26). We advise interested parties to speak to the local authority for further information.<br /><br />TITLE <br />The property is held freehold under Title EX600947.<br /><br />TERMS<br />The property is offered for sale freehold with vacant possession.<br /><br />GUIDE PRICE<br />£1,400,000. (One Million Four Hundred Thousand Pounds)<br /><br />VAT<br />We understand VAT will not be applicable to the purchase price.<br /><br />LEGAL COSTS<br />Each party to bear their own legal costs incurred in this transaction.<br /><br />ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS <br />Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require Fenn Wright to formally verify a Prospective tenant's identity prior to the instruction of solicitors. <br /><br />VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT VIA SOLE SELLING AGENTS:<br /><br />Fenn Wright<br />20 Duke Steet<br />Chelmsford<br />Essex<br />CM1 1HL<br /><br />Contact: <br />[use Contact Agent Button]<br />James Wright <br />[use Contact Agent Button]

Property Subtype:

Service

Date on Market:

28/05/2025

Letchworth Garden City Industrial for Sale - North Hertfordshire

The long leasehold of this production/warehouse building is available for the guide price of £2.45 million.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

22/05/2025

Hatfield Light Industrial for Sale

For sale freehold with vacant possession.

Property Subtype:

Light Manufacturing

Date on Market:

12/05/2025

Maldon Industrial for Sale

The property is offered for sale freehold with vacant possession

Property Subtype:

Distribution Warehouses

Date on Market:

08/05/2025

Kimbolton Industrial for Sale - Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire

The subject premises are available on a freehold basis with vacant possession upon completion. The preference is to sell the unit and land in a single transaction, although consideration may be given to selling as two separate assets.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

08/05/2025

Thetford Light Industrial for Sale

Freehold of commercial premises for sale with surrounding land.

Property Subtype:

Light Manufacturing

Date on Market:

28/03/2025

Southend-On-Sea Build-to-Rent for Sale

Property Subtype:

Apartment

Date on Market:

20/03/2025

Welwyn Garden City Industrial for Sale - Hatfield

Detached building Extensive power distribution Large loading door (5.8m wide by 5.2m high). Short distance to A1(M) J4 No VAT payable Welwyn Garden City is situated approximately 25 miles north of central London immediately to the east of the A1(M) with convenient access via junctions 4 and 6. The M25 (junction 23 - South Mimms) is approximately 8 miles to the south and the A414 trunk road skirts the southern edge of the town provides a fast east-west link between the M1 and M11. The property is located in the Burrowfield Industrial area which is on the southwest corner of Welwyn Garden City closest to Hatfield. Access is via the A1000 (Chequers) on the southern edge of Welwyn Garden City conveniently close to the A414 and A1(M)(J4). Traffic entering Welwyn Garden City from Junction 4 is signposted past the entrance to the estate. A brick built detached workshop / warehouse with large secure external yard areas. The building is constructed of concrete frame with a deceptive internal headroom rising from approx. 3.6m at the outside to the 7.3m at the centre. There is a large sectional loading door on the centre of the front elevation measuring approx. 5.8m wide by 5.2m high. Internally the unit provides a single uninterrupted space with office, toilets and staff accommodation to one side. These comprise a reception office, kitchen, general office and staff area all lit by windows on the front and side elevations. An outstanding feature to the property is the gated yard area at the front with further external storage areas at the side and rear.

Property Subtype:

Service

Date on Market:

13/02/2025

Norwich Industrial for Sale - East Harling

A single storey industrial parade of steel frame construction. The property is located in Snetterton Business Park

Property Subtype:

Service

Date on Market:

06/02/2025