The property originally comprised part of the site of BP’s works located here due to the proximity to Swansea docks.
The commercial element comprises approximately 36 acres of generally level tarmac and concrete covered, open storage land with a number of ancillary buildings. There is a chain link fence around the entire site with a currently, unmanned security gate providing access from the B4290 via a vehicle bridge.
The site is currently divided into plots ranging from less than an acre up to 8.9 acres.
The individual demises / plots are generally separated by chain link and palisade fencing. In addition there are approximately 72.3acres (29.21 hectares) acres of salt marsh, woodland and open land.
Location
The property is located approximately 6 miles (9km) east of Swansea and 2 miles (3km) south of Neath. Cardiff is 40 miles (64km) to the east.
Road access is excellent with Llandarcy being on the Junction of the M4 at junction 43 and is also well served by the main aerterial "Heads of the Valleys" road, the A465.
Neath railway station , located approximately 3 miles (4.5km) to the north runs a frequent direct service to London Paddingtion visa Central Cardiff, with a fastest journey time of 2 hours 45 minutes. There is also a direct service to Manchester Piccadilly station.
Situation
The property is situated directly adjacent to the M4 between junctions 43 and 42 and is accessed via the B4290.
The immediate surrounding area is largely undeveloped with a canal and woodland bordering the western boundary, woodland and a golf course to the south and the M4 and the River Neath to the east.
Approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) to the north is a major £1.2 billion planned community development called Coed Darcy (one of the largest regeneration projects in Europe) which will comprise 4,000 homes, community facilities, employment space and open space covering 1,300 acres. St Modwen Properties is the developer with design input from The Princes Trust. 2 miles (3 km) to the south is one of Amazon’s main regional distribution centres.
Accommodation
The property is situated directly adjacent to the M4 between junctions 43 and 42 and is accessed via the B4290.
The immediate surrounding area is largely undeveloped with a canal and woodland bordering the western boundary, woodland and a golf course to the south and the M4 and the River Neath to the east.
Approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) to the north is a major £1.2 billion planned community development called Coed Darcy (one of the largest regeneration projects in Europe) which will comprise 4,000 homes, community facilities, employment space and open space covering 1,300 acres. St Modwen Properties is the developer with design input from The Princes Trust. 2 miles (3 km) to the south is one of Amazon’s main regional distribution centres.
Terms
We are instructed to seek offers in excess of £2,000,000 (Two Million Pounds) subject to contract and exclusive of VAT. This will show a net initial yield of 11.94% on completion of current letting after purchaser’s costs of 5.8%. The yield will rise to approximately 12.72% on letting the vacant space.
The marshland is available for purchase with the site however there is also interest from The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales.
The vendor is prepared to look at the sale of the whole site (preferred) or alternatively the sale of plots as illustrated by the indicative plan.
The property is elected for VAT which will be charged at the prevailing rate.
We believe that in its current configuration and use the property has an ERV once fully let in the order of £269,000 per annum.
Specification
- Commercial site of approximateley 36.3 acres (14.69hectares) with excellent road links with access to the M4 at Jct43 within 1 mile
- Located in South Wales 2 miles south of Neath
- Predominantly open storage and associated buildings
- The property is offered as a 999 year lease at a Peppercorn rent
- There are 20 different leases in place to 13 different tenants at £199,550 per annum. An additional £53,000 per annum of income is currently under offer.
- Opportunities to add value through regears with existing tenants, letting vacant areas and redevelopment