Industrial and Logistics Properties in Birmingham

Grade A Warehouses to Let and For Sale

Discover prime industrial and logistics properties in Birmingham, UK. From big-box distribution centres with motorway frontage to last‑mile urban warehouses, Birmingham offers exceptional connectivity via the M6, M5, M40 and M42, fast access to rail freight at Hams Hall, and cargo services at Birmingham Airport.

Explore high-quality warehouses to let and for sale. Unit types from light industrial workshop and trade counter premises to high-bay warehouse, distribution unit and logistics unit platforms; including key specifications such as eaves height, 3 phase power, roller shutter doors, loading bay configurations, secure yard and mezzanine options.

Industrial & Logistics Properties to let in Birmingham

Why Choose Birmingham as Your UK Industrial Base

Central national reach: A large share of the UK population is reachable within a four-hour HGV drive from Birmingham.
Workforce and skills: Access to a deep, diversified labour pool and leading universities supporting engineering, automotive, e‑commerce and advanced logistics.
Supply chain resilience: Multiple motorways, two major air cargo hubs within an hour, and three rail freight terminals reduce network risk.
Modern stock pipeline: New Grade A developments offering 10–18 m clear heights, expansive yards, high power availability, PV‑ready roofs and EV infrastructure.
Cost efficiency: Competitive occupational costs relative to London and the South East, with strong productivity metrics.
Investment fundamentals: Historically low vacancy compared with long‑term averages and broad occupier demand across sectors.

Travel and Logistics Route Information

North–South trunking: M6/M1 corridor for North West, Yorkshire and Scotland; M40/M25 for Greater London and the South East.
East–West trunking: M42/M5/M50 to the South West and Wales; A14/M6 to Felixstowe and the East Coast ports.
Intermodal links: Daily rail services at Hams Hall to major deep-sea ports reduce transit time variability and carbon intensity.
Last‑mile coverage: Dense Birmingham and Black Country conurbation supports 1–2 hour delivery windows across the West Midlands.

FAQs for Industrial Occupiers in Birmingham

What size ranges are available?

From urban units of 5,000–30,000 sq ft, mid‑box 30,000–150,000 sq ft, and big‑box platforms of 150,000–500,000+ sq ft, including build‑to‑suit.

What are typical lease terms?

Full Repairing and Insuring (FRI) leases, often 5–15 years with rent reviews and break options by negotiation. Shorter flexible terms may be available on select estates.

Which planning use classes apply?

Commonly B8 (storage/distribution), B2 (general industrial) and E(g)(iii) (light industrial). Always confirm planning and any restrictions with the local authority.

What about power and broadband?

Grade A estates typically offer 300 kVA to multi‑MVA capacity with fibre connectivity; diverse routing and UPS/backup can be accommodated on request.

Are sustainability features standard?

Newer Birmingham warehouses target EPC A with PV‑ready roofs, LED, heat pumps and rainwater harvesting. BREEAM Very Good/Excellent is common on modern builds.

What are the total occupancy costs?

Budget for rent, business rates, service charge (if multi‑let), insurance and utilities. Incentives may be available depending on term and covenant.

Can you support fit‑out?

Racking, mezzanines, offices and automation can be integrated; we coordinate technical due diligence and landlord approvals.

FAQs for Industrial Investors in Birmingham

What are current yields?

Prime logistics yields in the West Midlands have recently transacted in the mid‑single digits. Pricing is dynamic - contact us for live guidance and comparables.

Where is demand strongest?

E‑commerce, third‑party logistics, food and drink, automotive and manufacturing tenants are active, supported by Birmingham’s central location and skills base.

Vacancy and rental growth?

Vacancy has tended to sit below long‑term averages in recent cycles, with rental growth supported by constrained land supply and build costs. We can provide sub‑market analytics on request.

Speculative vs. build‑to‑suit?

Both are available. Spec schemes accelerate speed‑to‑market; build‑to‑suit offers bespoke layouts, power and ESG outcomes.

Acquisition costs?

Allow for purchase price, SDLT on non‑residential property (tiered bands), VAT where elected, plus legal, agency, survey and debt costs. We will model full transaction costs for each opportunity.

Latest Industrial and Logistics Insights

20.1.26

Perspectives

Looking ahead to 2026: A more measured market for UK Industrial and Logistics

Following several years of rapid change, the UK industrial and logistics sector appears to be entering 2026 with an air of stability. Demand has returned to pre-covid levels and remains relatively healthy but leasing take-up increasingly depends on how well standing assets match the needs of occupier’s requirements.

Location, building quality and ease of operation are once again central to performance, and assumptions that once applied across the market now need to be treated with greater care. The question for 2026 is where that performance will be found and which types of assets are best placed to benefit.

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30.10.25

Thought Leadership