Property Description
West Thurrock Retail Park – 10,093 sq ft Retail Unit To Let – Price on ApplicationA prominently positioned 10,093 sq ft retail warehouse unit is now available to let at West Thurrock Retail Park, located on Weston Avenue, Thurrock, RM20 3LP. This high-performing retail park, owned by DTZ Investors, sits within the Lakeside Retail Cluster – the largest concentration of retail space in the UK.
The park is home to a strong line-up of national brands, including Furniture Village, Matalan, Carpetright, pureGym, American Golf, NCF, and Starbucks, all contributing to consistent customer footfall. Planning permission has also been granted for a new drive-thru unit, presenting further growth and customer traffic opportunities.
Property Details:
Size: 10,093 sq ft (approximately 937 sq m)
Use Class: E – suitable for retail, health, fitness, leisure, food and drink
Status: Available to let
Drive-Thru Unit (2,200 sq ft): Under offer
Existing national tenants: Furniture Village, Starbucks, Matalan and others
Location: West Thurrock Way, near Junction 31 of the M25, offering excellent regional access
Local Market Context:
West Thurrock Retail Park is part of the wider Lakeside retail zone, which encompasses more than 3 million sq ft of retail and leisure space, attracting over 20 million visitors annually. Nearby occupiers include IKEA, Tesco Extra, B\&Q, Costco, and the Lakeside Shopping Centre. The park benefits from over 500 on-site car parking spaces and high daily vehicle traffic volumes.
Rental Estimate:
While the specific price for Unit 2 is listed as "Price on Application," similar retail park units in this area typically achieve rents between £22.50 and £26.50 per sq ft. Based on this range, the estimated annual rent for this unit would likely fall between £225,000 and £267,000 per annum, subject to negotiations and final lease terms.
Investment Potential:
Strong regional connectivity via the M25 and A13
High brand visibility within a well-established retail environment
Exceptional footfall driven by national anchors and proximity to Lakeside
Flexible Class E use allowing a wide range of occupiers
Planning permission secured for additional drive-thru development
This unit presents an excellent opportunity for retailers, leisure providers, or trade operators looking to establish or expand within one of the UK’s most prominent retail destinations.
Price: On Application
Size: 10,093 sq ft
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