492-500 High Rd 29,069 SF Retail Unit Offered at £7,000,000 in Wembley HA9 7BH

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Unmissable opportunity to purchase the long leasehold of a fully leased retail and leisure block in London’s popular retail location of Wembley.
  • Benefit from excellent main road frontage along a thriving high street, a short distance from the iconic Wembley Park Stadium.
  • Property is ideally located opposite Wembley Central shopping centre and Wembley Central London underground and overground stations.
  • Capitalise on a strong income profile with recent lettings to JD Sports, a reversionary lease to Tesco, and PureGym occupying the lower level.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a prominent retail and leisure block located in one of London’s most sought-after areas, Wembley. This former M&S unit boasts exceptional main road frontage, located directly opposite the bustling Wembley Central shopping centre and just moments from the London Underground/Overground station and the iconic Wembley Stadium. The property offers well-configured space totalling approximately 29,000 square feet, with rear servicing, providing optimal layout and flexibility for a range of retail or leisure tenants. With a strong, recognisable income profile, the asset is fully leased to a mix of high-profile national multiples, including a recent letting to JD Sports and a reversionary lease to Tesco, solidifying the long-term viability and demand for this location. Offering a net initial yield of 7.05%, this is an excellent investment with promising returns.

PROPERTY FACTS

Price £7,000,000
Unit Size 29,069 SF
No. Units 1
Total Building Size 38,534 SF
Property Type Retail (Unit)
Property Subtype Storefront
Sale Type Investment
Building Class C
Number of Floors 4
Typical Floor Size 20,000 SF
Year Built 1935
Lot Size 0.81 AC

AMENITIES

  • EPC - B
  • EPC - C

1 UNIT AVAILABLE

Unit 492-498

Unit Size 29,069 SF
Price £7,000,000
Price Per SF £240.81
Unit Use Retail
Sale Type Investment
Tenure Long Leasehold
Net Initial Yield 7.05%
NOI £493,500
DESCRIPTION

The property forms part of a larger mixed-use development, specifically comprising the retail and leisure component. Originally a former M&S store, the building features a framed construction with brick and concrete elevations under a flat roof. On the ground floor, there are two well-configured retail units (Units A & B) fronting High Road. Unit A has recently been fitted out by JD Sports, while Unit B, occupied by Tesco, has undergone a recent refurbishment. The lower ground floor gym (Unit C) benefits from dual access, both from High Road and the rear via Elm Road. All units are serviced from the rear via Dukes Way, while the upper floors have been converted into residential units and sold off on a long lease.

SALE NOTES

Seeking offers in the region of £7,000,000 (Seven Million Pounds), subject to contract and exclusive of VAT. This reflects a net initial yield
of 7.05%, after allowing for purchaser’s costs of 6.39%. Any rent-free periods will be topped up by the vendor on completion.

The property is held long leasehold for a term of 125 years from 30th April 2010 to 29th April 2135 (110 years unexpired). The ground rent is based on 5% of rents received, with the current rent being £22,501.15 per annum rising to £27,626.15 per annum in February 2026 when JD Sports reverts to full rent.

JD Sports
Tesco Express
View Photo JD Sports
View Photo Tesco Express

DEMOGRAPHICS

Demographics

1 Mile 1 Mi. 3 Miles 3 Mi. 5 Miles 5 Mi.
1 Mile
3 Mile
5 Mile
2022 Population
76,780
482,821
1,427,489
2027 Population
77,804
485,755
1,439,283
2022-2027 Projected Population Growth
1.3%
0.6%
0.8%
Median Age
34.6
36.2
36.7
Daytime Employees
39,536
286,042
816,205
Total Businesses
8,143
65,615
181,749
Average Household Income
£39,701
£42,273
£48,529
Median Household Income
£47,884
£49,242
£57,112
2022 Households
24,948
172,819
548,285

NEARBY MAJOR RETAILERS

Chaiiwala
Costa Coffee
The Gym Group
Iceland
HSBC
National Westminster Bank Plc
Santander
Nando's
Barclays
TGI Fridays
  • Listing ID: 34641046

  • Date on Market: 29/01/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 492-500 High Rd, Wembley HA9 7BH