Industrial Property Valuations in Kent – Understanding the Market in 2026
Kent’s industrial property market has remained one of the strongest sectors within the South East commercial property market over recent years. Demand for industrial, warehouse and logistics accommodation continues to be driven by limited supply, strong transport connectivity and ongoing demand from distribution, trade counter, manufacturing and storage occupiers.
At Olden Property, we undertake industrial property valuations across Kent for a wide range of purposes, including secured lending, acquisitions, financial reporting, probate, leasehold enfranchisement and strategic asset management advice.
Why Kent’s Industrial Market Remains Strong
Kent benefits from excellent connectivity to London, the M25, Channel ports and wider South East motorway network. Locations such as Aylesford, Maidstone, Medway, Ashford, Dartford and Tunbridge Wells continue to see strong occupational demand for industrial and warehouse space.
Industrial accommodation remains attractive to occupiers due to:
limited supply of modern units;
increasing construction costs;
growth in logistics and delivery-based businesses;
demand for trade counter and storage space;
businesses requiring operational yards and open storage land.
The market has also seen increasing demand for smaller industrial units and secure open storage sites, particularly from contractors, infrastructure businesses and vehicle-related operators.
Valuing Industrial Property
Industrial property valuation is rarely straightforward. Even seemingly similar units can vary significantly in value depending on:
specification;
eaves height;
loading provision;
yard space;
office content;
site density;
parking;
covenant strength;
lease terms;
location;
energy efficiency;
planning use.
In addition to warehouse accommodation itself, we regularly advise on:
industrial investment properties;
owner-occupied premises;
trade counter units;
industrial estates;
open storage land;
mixed-use industrial investments;
development and repositioning opportunities.
Open Storage Land
One of the strongest emerging sectors within the industrial market is open storage land.
Across Kent, demand has increased significantly for secure surfaced yards suitable for:
storage;
logistics;
contractors’ compounds;
plant and machinery;
vehicle storage;
infrastructure-related uses.
Dedicated open storage schemes are now emerging across the county, particularly around established industrial locations close to the M20 and M2 corridors.
Valuing open storage land requires careful analysis of:
surfacing;
servicing;
drainage;
security;
lighting;
planning status;
access arrangements;
operational suitability.
Small differences in specification can materially affect both rental and capital value.
Industrial Investment Yields
Whilst prime multi-let industrial investments continue to attract strong investor demand, secondary industrial and open storage assets are typically analysed at softer yields to reflect management intensity, lease profile and asset specification.
For many smaller secondary industrial investments across Kent, yields can vary significantly depending on tenant covenant strength, WAULT, condition and location. Securely let industrial assets in strong locations continue to attract considerable investor interest.
How Olden Property Can Help
Olden Property provides independent RICS Red Book industrial property valuations across Kent and the South East.
We advise:
private owners;
lenders;
solicitors;
accountants;
investors;
developers;
occupiers.
Our reports are tailored to the specific purpose of the instruction and supported by detailed analysis of local comparable evidence and market conditions.
We regularly undertake valuations in:
Maidstone;
Aylesford;
Medway;
Ashford;
Canterbury;
Tunbridge Wells;
Tonbridge;
Dartford;
Sevenoaks;
wider Kent and South East locations.
If you require advice regarding the valuation of an industrial or warehouse property in Kent, please contact Olden Property.