Shops & Retail Units to Rent in East of England

Holt Retail to Rent

Holt is a busy former market town situated in the centre of north Norfolk, an area considered by many as one of England's finest. It is home to the famous Gresham's School and is a very popular destination for holidaymakers, second home owners and the retired. The town is one of North Norfolk's 'Principal Settlements' and as such is a primary retail destination with a strong collection of both local and national retailers. Demand for commercial property in Holt has remained strong for over a decade with few vacancies and rising rents throughout recent economic uncertainties. Holt has a catchment population of about 13,400 with a wider catchment area reaching from Cromer and Overstrand to the east, Melton Constable and Thursford to the west and Saxthorpe to the south of almost 45,000 residents. The town lies less than 5 miles from the scenic villages of Blakeney and Cley-next-the-Sea along the coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty while the cathedral city of Norwich, with its airport and frequent rail service to London Liverpool Street, is only 23 miles to the south.

Date on Market:

23/12/2025

Holt Retail to Rent

Appleyard is an attractive retail location in a prime trading position within Holt connecting the town's main car park to the south and the High Street to the north. Currently Appleyard is home to a fine collection of shops, including national retailers such as Fat Face and Neptune. Holt is a busy former market town situated in the centre of north Norfolk, an area considered by many as one of England's finest. It is home to the famous Gresham's School and is a very popular destination for holidaymakers, second home owners and the retired. The town is one of North Norfolk's 'Principal Settlements' and as such is a primary retail destination with a strong collection of both local and national retailers. Demand for commercial property in Holt has remained strong for over a decade with few vacancies throughout recent economic uncertainties. Holt has a catchment population of about 13,400 with a wider catchment area reaching from Cromer and Overstrand to the east, Melton Constable and Thursford to the west and Saxthorpe to the south of almost 45,000 residents. The town lies less than 5 miles from the scenic coastal villages of Blakeney and Cley-next-the-Sea along the coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty while the cathedral city of Norwich, with its airport and frequent rail service to London Liverpool Street, is only 23 miles to the south.

Date on Market:

19/12/2025

Diss Retail to Rent

The property comprises a Grade II Listed town centre commercial premises with accommodation over three floors. On the ground floor is the main retail area with window frontage onto Mere Street and with stairs leading up to the first floor. On the first floor are two large office spaces, two stores, a small teapoint area and wc. The rooms are light and airy, with windows looking out onto Mere Street and towards the Meres Mouth. The first floor accommodation extends over the neighbouring shop, offering substantial office space larger than the ground floor accommodation. A further staircase leads up to the second floor, which comprises a network of attic rooms. These attics have restricted headroom and are to be used storage only given their access and condition. Diss is an attractive and historic market town located approximately 23 miles to the south of Norwich. The property is prominently located in the heart of the town centre on the west side of the pedestrianised Mere Street, which extends directly to the Market Place. The property benefits from its close proximity to a wide range of national and independent retailers, cafés, and restaurants within Mere Street including including Costa Coffee, Ladbrookes, Holland & Barrett, Boots, Card Factory, Nationwide and Specsavers.

Date on Market:

19/12/2025

Stevenage Retail to Rent

Stevenage is a major commercial centre in Hertfordshire, just 30 miles north of Central London, with direct train links to London Kings Cross in approximately 20 minutes. This connectivity, combined with the town’s expanding demographic and vibrant retail mix, creates an ideal environment for businesses seeking strong regional presence and access to a growing customer base.

Date on Market:

18/12/2025

Bishop's Stortford Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

16/07/2025

Ely Retail to Rent

The property is of brick construction under a tiled pitched roof.

Date on Market:

17/12/2025

Billericay Retail to Rent

The subject premises are situated in the town of Billericay in the Borough of Basildon, Essex. Billericay has a population of approximately 31,275 (census 2021). Billericay is approximately 25 miles East of Central London and 6.5 miles from central Basildon. Road access is provided via the A12, the M25 and the A127. The subject property is approximately half a mile from Billericay High Street and opposite Billericay railway station (with the entrance less than a 5 minute walk). Direct trains operate to London Liverpool Street and Southend. London trains are via Romford and Stratford. Location plan overleaf.

Date on Market:

15/12/2025

Norwich Retail to Rent

This property comprises retail accommodation of masonry construction.

Date on Market:

15/12/2025

Radlett Retail to Rent

Located on Watling Street Radlett, close to junction with Park Road and within a few minutes’ walk from Radlett Thameslink Station.

Date on Market:

10/12/2025

Chelmsford Retail to Rent

Number 61, one of seven retail shops in Godfrey Mews, offers approx. 366ft2 (34m2) comprising of a self-contained ground floor retail lock up shop premises which faces directly onto Moulsham Street. The main trading area is approx 7.6m deep by 3.65m wide. Formerly trading as Moulsham Mini Market. Located at the rear of the unit is a WC, kitchenette, and small storage area along with a back door leading out to the rear of Godfrey Mews where the parking space allocated to the shop can be found. Access to the car park is from Grove Road. The property is available on completion of legal formalities as the current tenant is relocating. The EPC rating for the property is C51.

Date on Market:

08/12/2025

March Retail to Rent

March is a prosperous and expanding market town and administrative centre of Fenland District Council and lies 21 miles east of Peterborough, 11 miles south of Wisbech and 22 miles north of Huntingdon. Unit 1 occupies a commanding position on Meadowlands Retail Park, just north of March Town Centre, alongside the A141 and adjacent to the Western Bypass. Tesco and Aldi are located to the north on Hostmoor Avenue with KFC beyond. Meadowlands supports a complimentary range of occupiers comprising Screwfix, Toolstation, Mattressman, Snap Fitness, Drive thru' car wash and East Anglian Children's Hospice.

Date on Market:

04/12/2025

Watford Retail to Rent

The Exchange offers a prime ground-floor commercial opportunity within a landmark residential development on St Albans Road, Watford. This highly visible unit sits at the gateway to a thriving community of over 1,200 apartments, providing an immediate customer base and strong footfall. Designed for flexibility, the space is ideal for retail, café, wine bar, restaurant, or boutique fitness concepts seeking prominence in a dynamic growth corridor.

Property Type:

Build-to-Rent

Date on Market:

03/12/2025

Leighton Buzzard Retail to Rent

The property is arranged on ground and first floors. Leighton Buzzard is an affluent and growing commuter market town located midway between Luton and Milton Keynes. Communications are very good, with the town served by the A5, A418 and A4146 (dual carriageway) providing ready access to the M1 and surrounding towns. Rail services are available to London Euston with a fastest journey time of 29 minutes. The property occupies a good retail location at the northern end of Friday Street, which forms a pedestrian link between High Street and the Waterbourne Walk shopping centre and a 400 space multi-storey car park.

Date on Market:

03/12/2025

Brentwood Retail to Rent

Hutton Poplars Hall is the dining hall of the former Hutton Poplars Recreational School. It is period Grade II listed building superbly restored by Brentwood Borough Council in 1991. The property comprises a main hall, office, kitchen and store rooms. The building's WC's and ample parking is shared with a children's nursery who occupy an adjoining part of the building. Poplar Drive is located off Rayleigh Road (A129) in the village of Hutton approx. 0.5 miles from Shenfield to the west 4 miles from Billericay to the east. Shenfield Rail station provides access to central London and the Elizabeth Line. The A12 and M25 are within a short drive away.

Property Type:

Specialist

Date on Market:

28/11/2025

Cambridge Office / Retail to Rent

The property is located in the Chesterton area of Cambridge, approximately a mile north-east of the historic city centre on Green End Road. The Cambridge North train station is close by along with the Cambridge Science Park and the A14 junction at Milton. The area comprises a mix of residential and commercial properties with a number of local community services.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

27/11/2025

Witham Retail to Rent - Braintree

The property is located in Newland Street, the main retail street in Witham town centre, surrounded by various shops and offices including Subway, Boots and Martins Newsagents. Witham is a busy town, approximately 10 miles to the north-east of Chelmsford, and has excellent access links via the A12, and the mainline rail station connecting to both London Liverpool Street, and major towns further east.

Date on Market:

26/11/2025

Chelmsford Retail to Rent

Threadneedle House is situated on Market Road in the heart of Chelmsford City Centre, with easy access to the nearby High Street and the busy High Chelmer Shopping Centre. The area boasts both high footfall and passing traffic. Nearby are Chelmsford Library, the new City Park West development, and County Hall

Date on Market:

24/11/2025

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

Lowestoft Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

11/11/2025

Chelmsford Retail to Rent

The property is located in the middle of Moulsham Street, a popular secondary retail location close to Chelmsford High Street and the affluent Old Moulsham residential area. Other nearby occupiers include Tesco Express, Betfred and a range of independent retailers, pubs and restaurants.

Date on Market:

27/10/2025

Sheringham Retail to Rent

The premise is situated close to Sheringham's primary shopping area which is also a Conservation Area. The town is a popular resort on the north Norfolk coast which is surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There is an excellent range of existing shops and restaurants together with a library, theatre, Leisure Centre, 18 hole golf course and a modern health centre. The area is famous for its wonderful coastline, wildlife and scenery. The High Street starts at the clock tower where Station Road and Church Street feed in and leads directly down to the Promenade next to where the fishing boats are landed.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

27/10/2025

Fakenham Retail to Rent

Millers Walk shopping centre is the town’s primary retail destination located between Fakenham’s principal car park and the town centre.

Date on Market:

27/10/2025

Cambridge Retail to Rent

Slingers is located in a prominent corner position at the corner of Hills Road and Station Road in central Cambridge.

Date on Market:

13/10/2025