What does Fraser Bond do?

Fraser Bond is a London property consultancy established in 1983. We provide residential and commercial real estate services including agency, lettings, investment, development consultancy, property management, lease advisory, valuation, and portfolio management to private clients, companies, institutions, and governments in the UK and internationally.

Does Fraser Bond help with property investment in London?

Yes. Fraser Bond has a dedicated Central London investment agency team covering all aspects of acquisitions and disposals, including securing funding and sale-and-leaseback arrangements. We have completed transactions worth over ten billion pounds.

Does Fraser Bond handle commercial property?

Yes. We provide commercial property agency, management, development consultancy, lease advisory, business rates advice, tenant representation, and expert witness services across office, retail, industrial, and alternative commercial sectors throughout the UK.

Can Fraser Bond manage my property portfolio?

Yes. Fraser Bond provides full portfolio management for residential and commercial property portfolios, including lettings, asset management, performance reporting, and disposal strategy for private and institutional investors.

Does Fraser Bond assist overseas investors buying UK property?

Yes. We have a dedicated international real estate service for overseas and foreign clients seeking to invest in UK property. We identify opportunities, guide the acquisition process, and provide ongoing management.

Does Fraser Bond carry out property valuations?

Yes. We provide RICS-compliant valuations for residential and commercial properties for acquisition, disposal, loan security, insurance, tax, and accounting. Contact info@fraserbond.com to arrange a valuation.

How do I contact Fraser Bond?

Fraser Bond is located at 60 Blandford Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 7JD. Call us on +44 (0)20 4519 3989 or email info@fraserbond.com. You can also use the contact form at fraserbond.com/contact-us.

Retail Shops to Let in Norwich: Locations & Leases

Retail Shops to Let in Norwich – Locations, Costs and Leases

Choosing the right retail location in Norwich, and negotiating a lease that works for your business.

Commercial Property & Office Space

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Updated October 2026

In short: Norwich has one of the strongest independent retail scenes in the UK, centred on the historic Norwich Lanes, alongside national retailers on Gentleman's Walk and in the city's shopping centres. Independent shops often do best in the Lanes, while brands needing high footfall look at the main streets and centres. Many city-centre buildings are listed, which affects fit-out and signage.

Area	Suits	Considerations
Norwich Lanes (St Benedicts, Pottergate, Elm Hill area)	Independents, boutiques, cafés	Character buildings; listed status and conservation rules
Gentleman's Walk and London Street	National retail, high footfall	Higher rents, limited availability
Shopping centres (Chapelfield, Castle Quarter)	Brands, leisure, food	Service charges, centre rules
Norwich Market area	Food, small traders	Market stalls and adjoining shops
Local parades (e.g. Unthank Road, Magdalen Street)	Convenience, services, independents	Lower rents, neighbourhood trade

Lease and cost questions

Rent and any rent-free period for fit-out
Business rates and eligibility for small business rate relief
Service charge budget for centres and shared buildings
Listed building consent for alterations and signage
Repairing obligations and a schedule of condition
Use class: most retail and café uses fall in Class E
Break options and security of tenure

How Fraser Bond helps

1	Brief Concept, customers, size and budget.
2	Shortlist Units across Norwich, compared on total occupancy cost.
3	Negotiate Rent, incentives, breaks and repairs.
4	Complete Solicitors, consents and surveys coordinated.