Summary - 21 The Plaza, Sanford Street, SWINDON SN1 1HE
1 bed 1 bath Shop
Extremely large blank‑canvas shop in central Swindon — strong links, needs fit‑out and security budgeting.
2,683 sqft large ground-floor commercial unit, blank canvas open-plan
A rare, extremely large ground-floor commercial unit (2,683 sqft) in the heart of Swindon town centre, offered either for sale or to lease. The space is a blank canvas with an open-plan layout and street-level frontage, suited to retail, leisure or creative operators. It sits approximately 300 ft from the future redeveloped bus interchange and about 0.3 miles from the central train station, giving strong footfall potential once local transport improvements complete.
The property is offered leasehold with a quoted lease rate of £27,500 per annum and an asking price of £300,000 for sale. Available April 2025, the unit includes access to garage parking and benefits from excellent mobile signal and fast broadband — useful for modern retail or service concepts. The modern mixed-use building and central location place it among a dense retail and services mix including banks, national retailers, food outlets and convenience amenities.
Buyers and occupiers should note important commercial risks. The surrounding area is classified as deprived with very high local crime rates; this can affect trading hours, security costs and insurance premiums. The unit is a raw, unfinished space and will require fit-out and possible security measures before opening. Leasehold terms and service charges should be confirmed, and purchasers should verify detailed running costs and any planned local redevelopment timelines before committing.
This property will suit investors seeking a large central unit with redevelopment upside or an operator prepared to invest in a bespoke fit-out to capitalise on improved transport links. Its combination of size, centrality and modern building fabric offers flexibility — provided the new occupier budgets for security and refurbishment given the local context.
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