Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Agents in the North West & North Wales
Established in 1988, Duxburys Commercial has built a reputation as Lancashire and Cumbria's most active commercial property agent, with over 35 years of dedicated service. Our team of Chartered Surveyors and NAEA-accredited professionals combines regional market expertise with a client-centric approach to deliver tailored property solutions. Specialising in commercial agency, valuations, planning, and development consultancy, we leverage over 80 years of combined experience across industrial, retail, office, and residential investment sectors. Recognised with multiple Estates Gazette and EG Most Active Agent awards, we maintain a strong track record in property transactions, lease negotiations, and strategic development advice.Our commitment to transparency and market intelligence ensures clients receive accurate valuations and actionable insights. With offices in Preston, Blackpool, Manchester, and North Wales, we serve a diverse client base including private investors, corporate entities, and major clearing banks. Our comprehensive services span property acquisition, disposal, asset management, and compulsory purchase valuations, supported by appointment to leading lender panels. Through a combination of technical expertise and local knowledge, we consistently achieve optimal outcomes for property transactions across the North West and beyond.
Services
Commercial Property Sales
Property Valuations
Planning Consultancy
Development Work
Investment Agency
Lease Renewals
Asset Management
Compulsory Purchase
Land Development
Retail Property
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have 35 years of experience in commercial property services across Lancashire and Cumbria
- Our team includes RICS-accredited Chartered Surveyors with over 80 years combined experience
- We maintain regional market expertise through continuous analysis of local transaction data
- Award-winning agency with multiple Estates Gazette Most Active Agent recognitions
- Direct client support from senior surveyors with specialist knowledge in property law
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- NAEA
What people say
Excellent service
Personalized updates
Successful transactions
Expertise in property markets
Award-winning agency
Services
Commercial Property Sales
Our Chartered Surveyors specialise in commercial property sales across industrial, retail, office, and residential investment sectors. With 35 years of regional market knowledge and appointment to major lender panels, we achieve optimal sale prices through strategic marketing and negotiation. Our team provides comprehensive transaction support from initial valuation to completion.
Property Valuations
We deliver RICS-compliant valuations for loan security, asset management, and legal purposes. Our surveyors combine technical expertise with local market data to provide accurate assessments for commercial properties across Lancashire and the North West. Services include mortgage valuations, probate assessments, and compulsory purchase valuations.
Planning Consultancy
Our planning experts provide strategic guidance for land development projects. Services include planning applications, appeals, and feasibility studies supported by detailed market analysis. We specialise in navigating national planning policy to maximise property potential for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
Development Work
We offer full-spectrum development consultancy from concept to disposal. Our services cover master planning, compulsory purchase, and project management for residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. With local authority expertise, we deliver regeneration projects that align with community needs and commercial objectives.
Investment Agency
Our investment specialists provide acquisition, disposal, and asset management services for commercial property portfolios. We offer market intelligence and strategic advice to maximise returns, supported by detailed analysis of rental trends and investment opportunities across the North West region.
People
Adam Taylor
Director & Head of Agency
With over 25 years' experience in commercial property, Adam specialises in retail, business sales, and residential investment sectors. He leads the agency team to multiple Most Active Agent awards and provides expert guidance from initial listing to transaction completion.
Andrew Bather
Director and Chartered Surveyor
A MRICS qualified surveyor with expertise in commercial valuation and landlord/tenant matters. Andrew has over 20 years' experience in Lancashire and Greater Manchester markets, regularly appointed as Single Joint Expert for property disputes.
Clare Taylor
Director & Chartered Surveyor
One of the youngest female RICS members, Clare has 22 years' experience in commercial property. She specialises in office, industrial, and retail unit transactions and has won multiple Estates Gazette Deal Maker awards for her expertise.
Joanne Houghton
Office and Accounts Manager
With 30 years' experience in professional office environments, Joanne manages company operations and client relationships. She provides financial expertise and market knowledge to support the surveying team's commercial activities.
Andy Houghton
Senior Sales and Lettings Negotiator
Andy oversees sales and lettings transactions, coordinating with the agency team to resolve issues and meet client aspirations. He brings extensive negotiation experience in daily property transactions across Lancashire markets.
Questions
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide sales, lettings, valuations, planning consultancy, development advice, and investment agency services for commercial properties across the North West and North Wales.
How experienced is your team?
Our RICS and NAEA-accredited team has over 80 years combined experience, with specialists in property law, valuation, and regional market dynamics.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across Lancashire, Cumbria, Manchester, Blackpool, Preston, Morecambe, Blackburn, Southport, and North Wales from our regional offices.
How do you handle property valuations?
Our RICS-compliant valuations combine technical expertise with local market data for loan security, asset management, and legal purposes across all commercial property types.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Yes, our planning consultants provide strategic advice for development schemes, including feasibility studies, planning submissions, and appeals to maximise property potential.
