June 2020
Market Snapshot – Commercial Property for Sale Bristol
- Bristol market is one of the fastest-growing areas in the UK and is home to around 1.2 million people
- The retail market is performing relatively well in comparison to the national average
Key Indicators
Leasing – Commercial Real Estate for Rent Bristol
- Bristol’s relatively strong demographic and employment trends have been a support for continued retail demand
- Retail sales growth has outperformed the national average
- Vacancy rate remains below the national average
Vacancy Rate
Rent Analysis – Commercial Property for Rent Near Me Bristol
- The market’s generally low vacancy rate has not translated to stable rent growth
- Prime location spaces have proven to be resistant to the market average
- Zone A rents in Bristol city centre are around £300/SF
- Units in out-of-town centres are listed at between £20/SF-£40/SF
Market Rent Growth (YOY)
Sales Analysis – Commercial Real Estate Bristol
- Investment volumes continued to stay strong, exceeding £200 million annually in the past five years
- Grocery stores and supermarkets are considered a safer investment right now in the face of increasing spectre of internet shopping
- Retail picture in Bristol is diversified between the better-performing primary areas and those struggling with weak demand
Sales Overview Past 12 Months
Sales Comparables
Commercial Property for Sale Near Me Bristol
Source: CoStar
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