**INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN HEART OF TOWN CENTRE ** North Bridge Street, Shefford, Bedfordshire, SG17

Description

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A unique opportunity to acquire a prominent Grade II listed building with commercial class (E) in the heart of Shefford with significant potential for refurbishment and mixed-use redevelopment, subject to the necessary consents. NO VAT, Freehold purchase.

Number 6 Northbridge Street, currently vacant, is one of the town's most distinctive buildings. Featuring a striking Tudor façade with jettied timber framing and an ornate gable, the building was rebuilt in 1919. An inscription on the first floor suggests the site may date back as far as 1485, contributing to its historical interest and heritage value. The building is set over two storeys and retains a strong street presence in a highly visible location within the Shefford Conservation Area.

The ground floor was last occupied by Barclays Bank until its closure in 2018. It offers a flexible commercial space well suited to a range of uses including retail, professional services, café or community use, subject to planning and listed building consent. The generous frontage, deep plan and original detailing provide an excellent canvas for a new occupier or investor to create a characterful commercial space.

The upper floor presents strong potential for residential conversion, with scope to create a one- or two-bedroom apartment depending on configuration and consents. The first-floor benefits from generous ceiling heights, large windows and distinctive architectural features, all of which could lend themselves well to high-quality living space.

To the rear, the property benefits from a large tarmac yard with its own access. This area offers considerable development potential - whether for the creation of mews-style housing, an additional dwelling or private amenity space and parking - all subject to the necessary consents.

This is a rare opportunity to bring a locally significant and architecturally important building back into productive use, with strong potential for both commercial income and residential uplift in a growing and well-connected town.

Location Information/Retail Appeal:
6 Northbridge Street enjoys a prominent position in the centre of Shefford, a vibrant and growing market town with strong prospects for retail and mixed-use development. The town offers a remarkably healthy retail environment, with only one vacant commercial unit out of forty-four in the most recent survey - giving a vacancy rate of just two per cent, far below the national average of around fourteen per cent. This low turnover reflects sustained local demand, strong community support for independent businesses and a stable commercial environment.

Footfall in the town centre is bolstered by a weekly Friday street market and a popular monthly community market, both of which draw visitors from the surrounding villages and encourage regular, local shopping. The town also benefits from annual events such as the Shefford Street Fair and seasonal festivities, which provide further spikes in visitor numbers.

Central Bedfordshire Council has invested in public realm improvements through its Market Town Regeneration Fund, enhancing the appearance and accessibility of key streets including Northbridge Street and the High Street. Initiatives include heritage lighting, new planters and improved wayfinding, all of which contribute to a more appealing setting for shoppers and retailers alike.

Shefford is also a designated Minor Service Centre in the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, recognising it as one of the most sustainable locations for future growth. Multiple new housing schemes are underway, with hundreds of new homes scheduled for completion in the coming years, expanding the town's catchment and increasing demand for local services and retail.

Well-connected by road via the A507 to the A1 and M1, and close to mainline rail stations at Arlesey and Biggleswade, Shefford attracts both residents and visitors from across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. Its mix of heritage, community spirit, rising population and high retail occupancy makes it an exceptionally appealing location for new businesses looking to establish a presence in a supportive and growing market.

Approx. Distances:
Hitchin - 7 miles
Bedford - 10 miles
Luton - 15 miles
Luton Airport - 16 miles

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DISCLAIMER:
Sell New Group are acting Agents for the vendors of this property. Your conveyancer
is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. Sell New Group have not tested and are not responsible for testing any of the appliances. We make detailed enquiries of the vendor to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.

On reservation, Sell New Group will require:

* A copy of the purchasers ID (driver's license or passport)
* Proof of deposit or funds
* Utility bill dated within the last 6 months
* Your mortgage agreement
* Estate agent's details (If applicable)
* £2000 Non-refundable reservation fee, which comes off the overall agreed purchase price.