Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Industrial Real Estate Partner in Manchester
Davies Harrison is a leading North West property consultancy with over two decades of combined experience in the industrial and distribution sector. Our team provides strategic, informed advice on sales, leasing, and investment agency to regional and national clients. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service through a partner-led approach, offering valuation, rent review, and building surveying expertise. Our proactive, no-nonsense methodology has earned us a reputation as a trusted advisor in the industrial real estate market.We specialize in brownfield site acquisitions for residential and commercial developments, leveraging deep local market knowledge to secure high-profile deals. Clients value our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to exceeding expectations, as evidenced by our recognition in the NW Insider Awards as a 'go-to trustworthy team'. With offices in Manchester, we combine local expertise with national reach to serve landlords and occupiers effectively.
Services
Industrial Property Sales
Investment Property Advisory
Brownfield Site Acquisition
Warehouse Leasing Services
Building Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in North West industrial property markets
- Our team delivers results through a no-nonsense, proactive approach
- Specialist knowledge of brownfield site acquisitions and development
- Proven track record in high-profile regional property transactions
- Recognized as a 'go-to trustworthy team' by NW Insider Awards
What people say
Exceptional level of service
Proactive approach
No-nonsense methodology
Trusted advisors
Market-leading expertise
Services
Industrial Property Sales
Our industrial property sales service specialises in the strategic disposal of commercial units and manufacturing complexes. We provide tailored marketing strategies to maximise value while minimising marketing periods. Our team leverages extensive market knowledge to secure optimal outcomes for clients across the North West region.
Investment Property Advisory
We offer expert guidance on industrial investment opportunities including sale and leaseback transactions, portfolio acquisitions, and multi-let properties. Our advisory service covers market analysis, valuation, and negotiation to ensure clients achieve maximum returns on their property investments.
Brownfield Site Acquisition
Specialising in brownfield site procurement, we help clients secure development opportunities with existing planning permissions. Our service includes market analysis, site identification, and negotiation support for both residential and commercial redevelopment projects across the North West.
Warehouse Leasing Services
We provide comprehensive leasing solutions for industrial and warehouse spaces, covering freehold sales, assignments, and surrenders. Our team offers strategic advice tailored to clients' commercial needs while navigating current market conditions effectively.
Building Consultancy
Our building consultancy service covers acquisition surveys, dilapidation reports, and feasibility studies. We provide detailed assessments for both occupiers and investors, including insurance valuations and project monitoring to support informed property decisions.
People
Rick Davies
Director
With over 30 years' commercial property experience, Rick specialises in industrial and residential development sectors. He provides expert acquisition and disposal advice, having worked on major North West developments.
John Harrison
Director
John has over 25 years' experience in industrial property transactions. He advises national developers and local landowners, with expertise in brownfield site disposals and industrial complex break-ups.
Patrick Halliwell
Assistant Surveyor
Patrick supports clients with property transactions, bringing fresh perspective to industrial real estate deals while learning from senior team members' extensive experience.
Susan Gratrix
Office Manager
Sue brings over 25 years' property industry experience to her role, having worked with major firms like Cushman & Wakefield before joining Davies Harrison in 2015.
Questions
What areas do Davies Harrison specialise in?
We focus on industrial and distribution property across the North West, with particular expertise in Manchester, Oldham, and Trafford Park markets.
What services does Davies Harrison offer?
We provide industrial property sales, investment advisory, brownfield site acquisition, warehouse leasing, and building consultancy services.
How experienced is the Davies Harrison team?
Our team has over 50 years combined experience in industrial real estate, with directors having worked in the sector for over 25 years each.
What makes Davies Harrison different from other agents?
We combine a proactive, no-nonsense approach with deep local market knowledge and a proven track record in high-profile transactions.
Can Davies Harrison help with property development projects?
Yes, we specialise in brownfield site acquisitions and advising on development potential for both residential and commercial redevelopments.
