To Let
166-168 Western Road,
Brighton,
BN1 2BB
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Retail, Food and Beverage, Leisure (Class D1, D2 and Other)
2,500 - 24,243 Sq Ft (232.25 - 2,252.17 Sq M)
- Brighton is one of the largest retailing centres in the South East of England
- Prominent corner position on Western Road within Brighton's prime retail pitch, benefiting from high footfall and strong national occupier presence
- Extensive sales area laid out over two floors totalling 8,178 sq ft
- Total size of building 24,243 sq ft
- Available as a whole or with potential for subdivision (subject to terms)
- Suitable for a variety of uses and occupiers
- New FRI lease available
- Terms on application
- Matterport link - https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=dH74YXCzCF9
- Neary occupiers include Primark (adjacent), H&M, Deichmann, McDonald's, KFC and Sainsbury's, among others. Churchill Square Shopping Centre is also located in close proximity
Location
Brighton is one of the largest retailing centres in the South East of England, located approximately 56 miles south of London, 25 miles west of Eastbourne and 62 miles east of Southampton. The city benefits from a substantial catchment population of approximately 744,000, with around 507,000 within the primary catchment area.
The property is prominently situated on the northern side of Western Road at the corner of Crown Street. This location forms part of a prime central retail pitch, characterised by high pedestrian footfall and serving as the main bus thoroughfare between Brighton and Hove.
The surrounding area is occupied by a strong mix of national retailers, including Primark (adjacent), H&M, McDonald's, KFC and Sainsbury's, among others. Churchill Square Shopping Centre is also located in close proximity.
Description
The property comprises a prominent corner building arranged over three floors, together with a basement. It is a substantial double-fronted building benefiting from a wide frontage (Net Frontage 13.83m) and a highly visible position within a busy retail pitch.
Internally, the accommodation provides open plan retail space at ground and first floor levels, with ancillary storage at basement and second floor levels. The third floor is extensively fitted out to accommodate plant.
The property further benefits from a roller shuttered delivery access point at first floor level, accessed via Crown Street, which rises along the eastern elevation of the building.
The property is available as a whole or may be considered for subdivision. Further information is available upon request.
Accommodation
The accommodation has the following approximate Net Internal Area (NIA):
| Description | Sq Ft | Sq M |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Floor Sales Area | 4337 | 402.91 |
| Basement | 5034 | 5216 |
| First Floor Sales Area | 3841 | 356.83 |
| Second Floor | 4845 | 450.1 |
| Third Floor | 3891 | 4390 |
| Ground Floor Ancillary | 742 | 68.93 |
| First Floor Ancillary | 872 | 81.01 |
| Total | 23,562 | 10,965.78 |
Energy Performance Rating
We understand the property has an EPC rating of B (expiring 27 November 2025).
Planning
We understand that the premises benefit from Class E 'Commercial Business and Service' use within the Use Classes Order 2020.
Taxation
Rateable Value (2023): £202,000 (whole)
Rateable Value (2026): £210,000 (whole)
Terms
The property is available to let by way of a new (effectively) full repairing and insuring lease. Terms on application.
VAT
We understand the property is registered for VAT.
Legal Fees
Each party to bear their own legal costs incurred.
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations 2017
In accordance with current Government legislation, we are legally required to conduct Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all prospective purchasers or tenants where the transaction involves a capital value of €15,000 (EUR) or more, or a rental value of €10,000 (EUR) per calendar month or greater.
This process includes verifying identity, as well as confirming the source and availability of funds. Please note that we must obtain and record this information before any transaction can be formalised or contracts exchanged.
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Please note that whilst we endeavour to confirm the prevailing approved planning use for properties we market, we can offer no guarantees in this regard. Planning information is stated to the best of our knowledge. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves in respect of planning issues.
We advise interested parties to make their own enquiries to the local authority to verify the above and the level of business rates payable in view of possible transitional arrangements and any reliefs.