Retail to let

An extremely rare opportunity to lease a substantial premises prominently situated on Maldon High Street, benefiting from rear loading access and allocated parking. The accommodation comprises a large ground floor retail area, together with a separate storage area, kitchenette and male and female WC facilities to the rear. Externally, the property benefits from a rear loading door, providing convenient access for commercial vehicles and deliveries. Allocated car parking is also available to the rear.
LOCATION
The property is situated on the northern side of Maldon High Street, amongst a strong mix of national and local retailers. This section of the High Street forms part of the town's prime retail offering, with nearby occupiers including Specsavers, Costa and Iceland.
Maldon is an attractive and historic market town situated on the Blackwater Estuary, approximately 10 miles east of Chelmsford and 18 miles south-west of Colchester. The town serves a wide catchment area and benefits from a strong retail, leisure and tourism economy. It enjoys excellent road communications via the A414, providing direct access to the A12 and the wider strategic road network.
Maldon is currently experiencing significant growth, with several residential developments recently completed, under construction or in the pipeline. This ongoing development is expected to further strengthen the town's population, catchment and local economy.
ACCOMMODATION
[Approximate Gross Internal Area]
Retail:4,951 sq ft [460.00 sq m]
Stores/Kitchen/WC's:1,442 sq ft [134.00 sq m]
Total: 6,393 sq ft [594.00 sq m]
SERVICES
We understand the property is connected to mains water, drainage, and electricity. We have not tested any of the services and all interested parties should rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant utility company in connection with the availability and capacity of all of those serving the property including IT and telecommunication links.
PLANNING
We understand the property has a longstanding A1 Retail Use which now falls under Class E. All interested parties are to make their enquiries with the local planning authority.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Maldon District Council
01621 854477
BUSINESS RATES
Rateable Value: £81,500 Rates Payable Estimate (2026/27): £35,045
All interested parties should make their own enquires with the local rating authority to verify their rates liability.
Energy Performance Certificate [EPC]
We have been advised the unit falls within Band C (71) of the energy performance assessment scale. A full copy of the EPC assessment and recommendation report is available upon request.
TERMS
The property is available as a whole or in part for a term of years to be agreed.
Quoting Rent
Upon Application.
BUILDINGS INSURANCE
The annual buildings insurance is arranged by the landlord and recharged to the tenant. We understand the annual building insurance for 2026/27 is in the region of £3,850.
VAT
We understand VAT will be applicable to the rent.
Legal costs
Each party will bear their own legal and professional costs.
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require Fenn Wright to verify the identity, private residence and source of funds (where applicable) of prospective purchasers and tenants prior to solicitors being instructed. An administration fee is payable, and further details are available upon request.
VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT VIA SOLE LETTING AGENTS:
Fenn Wright
20 Duke Street
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 1HL
Contact: James [email protected]
fennwright.co.uk
01245 261226