Durham · Commercial Property Guide

Commercial property in Durham.

Rents, asking prices, availability and business-rates context for the Durham commercial property market, United Kingdom — built from live CommercialUK listing data.

There are currently 116 commercial properties available in Durham, split across 83 to let and 24 for sale, marketed by 13 agents. Other space dominates with 34 listings, followed by retail (13) and industrial (7). The median asking rent across priced lettings is £825 per annum (around £11 per sq ft). For purchases, the median asking price is £70,000.

Market snapshot

116
Listings live
83
To let
24
For sale
13
Agents
£825
Median rent (p.a.)
£11
Median rent / sq ft
£70,000
Median asking price
29,000
Median size (sq ft)

18% of Durham listings include published floor area. Figures exclude POA listings and are based on asking prices, not achieved values.

Property types in Durham

CommercialUK breaks the Durham market down by use class so you can jump straight to what you need. Right now other accounts for the largest share of available stock in the area.

Business rates & occupier costs in Durham

On top of rent or purchase price, occupiers in Durham should budget for business rates — a tax on most non-domestic property set by multiplying the property’s rateable value (RV) by the national multiplier, then applying any reliefs (such as Small Business Rate Relief).

Rateable values are set by the Valuation Office Agency and reflect estimated open-market rent, so they broadly track the Durham rental levels shown above. Service charges, buildings insurance, EPC compliance and fit-out are additional costs to factor in before committing to a lease or purchase.

Commercial property in Durham: FAQs

How many commercial properties are available in Durham?

There are currently 116 commercial properties available in Durham, United Kingdom on CommercialUK — 83 to let and 24 for sale, marketed by 13 agents.

How much does it cost to rent commercial space in Durham?

Based on 43 priced listings to let in Durham, the median asking rent is £825 per annum (around £11 per sq ft). Actual rent depends on size, location, condition and lease terms.

How much do commercial properties cost to buy in Durham?

Across 15 priced properties for sale in Durham, the median asking price is £70,000 and the average is £60,200. Prices vary widely by property type, size and location.

What types of commercial property are available in Durham?

The most common types in Durham are other (34), retail (13), industrial (7). CommercialUK also lists land, mixed-use and specialist premises across the United Kingdom area.

Is it free to enquire on commercial property in Durham?

Yes. Browsing and enquiring on every commercial listing in Durham is completely free — no signup, no fees, no commission. Each listing shows the agent's direct phone number and an enquiry form.

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