Welcome

Welcome to the twentieth edition of the Kent Property Market Report, produced by Kent County Council's Regeneration and Economy Division, Cluttons LLP and Locate in Kent.

The report reviews activity and major property deals throughout 2010-11, showing that despite the economic outlook, the Kent commercial property sector is continuing to perform well compared to the UK and south east. The report also looks in detail at the rural, retail, tourism and housing sectors.

The economy section reports that despite economic setbacks in the county in early 2011 such as the loss of jobs at Pfizer, Sandwich, the county is in a favourable position compared to some other parts of the country, with unemployment below the national average. Kent is reaping the benefits of the Enterprise Zone for Discovery Park, recent infrastructure investment and will be greatly assisted in its new business growth by its proximity to London.

The regeneration section features current and planned developments across Kent and Medway, focusing particularly on the growth areas of Thames Gateway Kent and Ashford and also regeneration projects in the coastal towns.

The strategic developments pages feature all key commercial sites and developments throughout Kent, as well as providing useful contact details and location map.

In celebration of the 20 year milestone of the Kent Property Market Report, we have included a review of all the major development successes within the county over this period including shopping centres, infrastructure, wind farms, hotels and commercial property.

Cluttons is an independent, professional firm of chartered surveyors delivering a wide range of commercial and residential property services including professional and valuation advice, property management, agency and development advice, rating, and project and building consultancy.

Kent County Council's regeneration and economy division is responsible for working with the public, private and voluntary sectors to drive Kent's economic growth by encouraging and supporting businesses; working closely with specific sectors to promote growth and finding new ways of funding business crucial infrastructure and unlocking key sites.

Locate in Kent provides a comprehensive, confidential and free business relocation and advisory service for all companies looking to relocate to or expand in Kent and Medway.

The full report and all 20 previous reports can also be downloaded in pdf format or to request a hard copy click here. We hope you find the report useful and informative.

If you would like further information on any of the developments or projects featured please do not hesitate to contact us.

Kevin Lynes - Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Development, Kent County Council

Alison Owen - Partner, Cluttons LLP

Paul Wookey - Chief Executive, Locate in Kent Ltd