£18,000 pa

(£1,500 pcm)

Retail premises to let
High Street, Shrewsbury SY1

    Just added
    Added on 07/05/2026

    About this property

    • Prominent High Street frontage

    • Part of an attractive four-storey period building

    • Strong location in Shrewsbury town centre

    • Ground floor retail unit with ancillary facilities.

    The property comprises a ground floor retail unit with rear storage, forming part of an attractive four-storey period building. It benefits from a prominent frontage onto the High Street, providing excellent visibility, strong footfall and good natural light. The unit also includes WC and kitchen facilities, making it suitable for a range of retail or service uses.

    Located at 5 High Street in the heart of Shrewsbury town centre, just off Wyle Cop, the property sits within a vibrant retail area with a strong mix of independent and national occupiers. Shrewsbury is a popular and well-connected market town, benefiting from strong tourism, a robust local economy and excellent transport links.

    Description

    The property comprises a ground floor retail unit with additional rear storage, forming part of an attractive four-storey mid-terrace building of traditional construction. It benefits from a prominent return glazed frontage onto the High Street in Shrewsbury.

    The ground floor provides a total floor area of approximately 946 sq ft. The unit benefits from WC and kitchen facilities and forms part of a characterful building that enjoys excellent natural light, with large front display windows and skylights enhancing the internal space.

    Externally, the property offers a highly visible shopfront onto the High Street, benefiting from strong footfall and significant passing traffic, as this location acts as a key entrance into the town centre.

    Overall, the property is well suited to a wide range of retail or service-based occupiers seeking a prominent and well-positioned trading location within Shrewsbury.

    Location

    5 High Street is ideally located in the vibrant town centre of Shrewsbury. Situated just up off Wyle Cop which is known for its array of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. The property benefits from high visibility and strong foot traffic. Surrounded by popular businesses including White Stuff, Crew Clothing, Neals Yard, Beefy Boys, The West Brom and Cancer Research to name a few.

    The town centre features a strong mix of independent retailers, national chains, and boutique shops, making it an attractive destination for shoppers. Excellent road access via the A5 and M54, with direct rail services to Telford, Wolverhampton, Birmingham and London. The town attracts thousands of visitors annually, drawn by its historic sites, cultural festivals and proximity to scenic natural landscapes such as the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb). With a population exceeding 100,000 and known for its rich history, Shrewsbury is both an administrative centre and a popular tourist destination. With its strong local economy, excellent transport links and ongoing development, Shrewsbury continues to be a thriving location for business.

    Accommodation
    (all measurements are approximate)

    Retail entrance space: 12'3 x 13'3
    Further Retail space: 26'7 x 12.3
    Changing room 1: 4'6 x 2'6
    Changing room 2: 3'1 x 3'8
    Utility Room: 7'5 x 2'6
    W/C 3'4 x 2'11
    Storage Room: 14'3 x 14'3

    Services

    Not tested. Prospective tenants are advised to rely on their own enquiries.
    We understand that the property is served by the following services:
    Mains water, drainage, and electricity.

    Rent

    £18,000 per annum exclusive of VAT, payable quarterly in advance

    Vat

    We understand that the property is not elected for VAT. Therefore VAT will not be payable on this transaction.

    Rateable Value

    Current rateable value (1 April 2026 to present) £15,750
    Rates payable- £5,591

    Tenure

    The property is available by way of an assignment of an existing lease, originally agreed in 2025. The lease is for a term of 3 years, with a tenant break option in 2027.
    Further details of the lease upon request via agent.

    Legal Costs

    Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs incurred in the transaction.
    The assignee with be responsible for the landlord legal costs associated with this transaction.

    Epc

    Rating D

    Local Authority

    The Guildhall Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury SY3 8HQ

    Planning

    We understand that the property benefits from planning consent for Use Class E (Commercial, Business and Service) under the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended).

    Use Class E includes retail uses such as shops (Use Class E(a)), being the display or retail sale of goods to visiting members of the public (other than hot food), although interested parties should make their own enquiries regarding the suitability of their proposed use.

    Vieiwng

    Viewings are strictly by appointment and should be arranged through the agent.

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