Retail Space FOR RENT in Colchester, Essex

Property Description

Tollgate Centre, Stanway, Colchester CO3 8RG
Tollgate Centre is a high-performing retail park located in Stanway, approximately four miles west of Colchester town centre, with direct access from Junction 26 of the A12. The scheme occupies a prominent and accessible location that benefits from strong visibility, significant passing trade, and a broad catchment across Colchester and the wider Essex region.
The park extends to approximately 147,000 square feet of retail space and is widely regarded as the leading out-of-town retail destination in the area. It is anchored by a strong mix of established national retailers, including Next, Boots, Sports Direct, Smyths Toys, Iceland, Wren Kitchens, Oak Furnitureland, and Tapi Carpets. The combination of comparison retail, furniture, and lifestyle uses has helped to ensure high footfall and sustained consumer draw.
The architectural configuration consists of a modern retail terrace with generous servicing and dedicated on-site parking. The design supports large-format retailing, catering effectively to a broad range of occupier requirements. The park benefits from an Open Class E(a) planning consent, allowing for flexible use and strong future adaptability.
The surrounding area is heavily populated and well-connected. With a footfall of approximately five million visitors annually, the centre records strong trading metrics. Average dwell time is reported at 45 minutes, with a per-visit spend of £92 and average frequency of 39 visits per year, reinforcing the park’s role as a dominant shopping destination within the local and regional hierarchy.
An opportunity currently exists for incoming occupiers to secure space within the park. Unit 4A, extending to approximately 12,510 square feet, is available to let. The unit is positioned within the main retail terrace and offers strong visibility and footfall potential from surrounding tenants.

Price: Available upon application.