Birmingham is benefitting from a "seismic" shift in demand for industrial warehouse space, as a knock-on effect of growth in internet retailers. Changes in the way UK consumers shop means that firms require greater property infrastructure to support their activities. Purpose-built warehouses are subsequently becoming more popular in the Birmingham region, according to David Binks, industrial partner at Cushman &...

London commercial property deals continue to attract investors, demonstrating that the capital is driving growth across the UK. Land Securities, owner of the Walkie Talkie high-rise in The City, due to open next year, currently has 56 per cent of the building either let or in final negotiations. The property has benefited from an increased level of enquiries recently, demonstrating...

Employees now seek out green office spaces, according to research by Colliers International. By providing a better working environment, workers are more likely to be happy in their work, leading to reduced absenteeism and higher organisational productivity: "Green is now the norm - where it used to be a bonus in a building, it is now expected," said Colliers International's...

UK commercial property values rose for a second time last month, according to figures from the IPD monthly property index, fuelling belief that a recovery is in full swing. With declines evident across the sector for 18 months until the end of April, marginal growth of 0.01 per cent occurred in May, followed by a 0.2 per cent growth in...

Despite Merseyside experiencing a very difficult economic period, there are some signs of improvement for its commercial property sector. A recent report described that many North West commercial property spaces are in "intensive care" following downturns in consumer spending. Retail districts in Birkenhead, Southport and Bootle have suffered particularly badly, with Colliers' Midsummer Retail report showing that retail rents have...

Positive performance for Welsh commercial property suggests investors are looking beyond London for viable projects. April saw a doubling of property deals throughout the UK and this is likely to have a knock on effect for the Welsh market. Many investors are being put off by high London prices, with the city widely seen as a safe haven for commercial...

Whereas the popular property mantra, 'location, location, location' rings particularly true for residential property, analysts say that with commercial property, you are more likely to hear the words 'London, London, London'. With the capital offering guaranteed uptake and good returns, it is seen as a safe haven for investors and multi-nationals during uncertain economic times: "We're back to boom levels...

Whereas the popular property mantra, 'location, location, location' rings particularly true for residential property, analysts say that with commercial property, you are more likely to hear the words 'London, London, London'. With the capital offering guaranteed uptake and good returns, it is seen as a safe haven for investors and multi-nationals during uncertain economic times: "We're back to boom levels...

Whereas the popular property mantra, 'location, location, location' rings particularly true for residential property, analysts say that with commercial property, you are more likely to hear the words 'London, London, London'. With the capital offering guaranteed uptake and good returns, it is seen as a safe haven for investors and multi-nationals during uncertain economic times: "We're back to boom levels...

Commercial property experts believe the market has bottomed out following a difficult few years. Savvy investors should take this opportunity to create above average returns. This news comes as UK commercial property prices rose for the first time in a year and a half in May, as a result of a boost in the office and industrial sectors. UK commercial...