Retail Space FOR RENT in The Orchard Centre, Didcot, Oxfordshire

Property Description

Retail Investment Opportunity | The Orchard Centre, Didcot
Located in the heart of one of the UK’s fastest-growing towns, The Orchard Centre in Didcot is a premier shopping and leisure destination encompassing 300,000 sq ft of high-performing retail and dining space. Strategically positioned between Oxford, Reading, and Newbury, this dynamic retail park benefits from a strong and expanding catchment and excellent transport links, including proximity to Didcot Parkway railway station.
Anchored by major national retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Next, and M&S Foodhall, the centre features a robust tenant mix including New Look, River Island, Boots, Sports Direct, H&M, and Clarks, with additional food and beverage offerings like Greggs, Holland & Barrett, and Sparkle Play Café. The most recent expansion added 150,000 sq ft to the scheme, now totalling 275,000 sq ft of A1 retail space.
The centre serves a catchment of over 223,000 residents, with 45% falling under the Affluent Achievers demographic group—40% above the national average. Over 20,000 new homes are planned or under construction in the immediate area, promising continued population and spending growth. Additionally, Didcot is part of Oxfordshire’s Science Vale, home to more than 20,000 professionals, forecasted to grow to 34,000 by 2031, supporting a consistent and affluent consumer base.
The Orchard Centre offers over 1,000 free parking spaces and lies within a 5-minute walk from Didcot Parkway station, ensuring convenient access for both local and regional visitors.
Available Unit
Unit 22A
Use Class: E(a)
Market Sector: Retail & Shopping Park
Price: £45,000 per year (Unit 22A)