Unlock the Full Potential of Your Land

If you own land or property and believe it may have development potential, knowing what to do next is not always clear.

Acresfield Land Agents is a specialist land and development consultancy working across London and the South East. We advise landowners, developers and investors on how to approach sites properly, taking into account planning, value and delivery in a realistic and commercially sensible way.

Whether you are at an early stage or already exploring options, we provide clear advice on what is achievable and how best to move forward.

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Land

If you own land or property and believe it may have development potential, knowing what to do next is not always clear.

Acresfield Land Agents is a specialist land and development consultancy working across London and the South East. We advise landowners, developers and investors on how to approach sites properly, taking into account planning, value and delivery in a realistic and commercially sensible way.

Whether you are at an early stage or already exploring options, we provide clear advice on what is achievable and how best to move forward.

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Not Sure What to Do
With Your Land?

Many of the people we speak to are in the same position. They know their land could have value, but they are unsure whether to pursue planning permission, sell it, or take a different route.

We take the time to understand each site properly. That means looking at the planning context, assessing the development potential and considering the risks as well as the opportunities.

From there, we give you a clear view on likely value and the most sensible next step.

No overpromising. Just straightforward advice based on experience.

Specialist Land & Development Services

Land Acquisition & Sourcing

Land Acquisition

We source development land for developers and investors, focusing on off-market..

Land Sales & Disposal

Land Sales & Disposal

We advise landowners on selling land for development, ensuring sites are properly positioned..

Off-Market Opportunities

Off-Market Opportunities

We maintain relationships with landowners, developers and investors across the South East..

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How We Can Help

We support landowners, developers and investors across a range of services.

This includes land acquisition, land sales and early advice on planning permission and development potential. In some cases, we also help structure partnerships or introduce developers where that is the right approach.

Every site is different. Our role is to look at the detail and give you a realistic view of what can be achieved.

Planning Advice
That Makes Sense

Planning permission can be difficult to navigate and expensive if approached in the wrong way.

We help clients understand whether a site is likely to gain planning consent before significant costs are committed. That includes looking at local policy, surrounding development and the practical realities of delivering a scheme.

The aim is simple. Give you clarity before you spend money.

A Practical Approach to Land and Development

Our background is in development and construction, which means we look at sites differently to a typical agent.

We do not focus on headline values or best case scenarios. We focus on what is realistic once planning, build costs and risk are properly considered.

Where it makes sense, we can also remain involved beyond the initial advice, either through introductions to developers or by supporting the project as it moves forward.

Feasibility-Led Opportunities

Our Geographic Focus

London, Kent, Sussex and the wider South East.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. We are not a typical estate agent.

We act as a specialist land and development consultancy. That means our focus is on understanding what a site can realistically deliver rather than simply marketing it.

We look at planning permission, development potential, build costs and risk before advising on value or strategy. The aim is to give you a clear picture of what is achievable, not just what might be possible on paper.

We do not act as planning consultants, but we do provide early advice on planning potential and strategy.

This is often the most important stage. Before spending money on surveys or submitting an application, it is essential to understand whether a site is likely to gain consent and what form that development could take.

Where needed, we introduce experienced planning consultants and stay involved to ensure the overall approach makes sense commercially.

This depends on a number of factors, including location, surrounding development and local planning policy.

In simple terms, land close to existing housing or within or near settlement boundaries is more likely to have potential. Access, layout and site constraints also play an important role.

We assess each site individually and give a clear view on whether it is worth pursuing. Many sites are marketed as opportunities when they are not, so early advice can save a significant amount of time and cost.

Land value can vary significantly depending on whether planning permission is in place.

As a general rule, land with planning permission is worth substantially more than land without, often many times higher depending on the location and type of development.

However, value is not just about planning. It is also influenced by demand, site constraints, layout and build costs.

We provide realistic guidance based on what a developer would actually pay, not just headline figures.

We work with a wide range of sites.

This includes small garden plots, infill sites and larger parcels of development land. The key factor is not size, but whether there is genuine development potential.

Our core focus is London and the South East, including Kent and Sussex.

That said, we are always happy to review sites slightly outside these areas if they are of interest.

Yes. In many cases, our involvement continues beyond the initial transaction.

We can support the next stage of a project by helping shape the development approach, introducing planning professionals or connecting clients with suitable developers and construction partners.

This helps ensure the project continues to make sense as it moves forward.

It depends on the site.

Securing planning permission can increase land value, but it also involves time, cost and risk. In some cases, selling without planning may be the better option, particularly if a developer is willing to take on that risk.

We help you weigh up both options so you can decide what works best for your circumstances.

Selling land is a straightforward transaction where you receive an agreed price and exit the project.

Partnering with a developer can involve sharing risk and reward over a longer period. This can sometimes result in a higher return, but it requires a different approach and level of involvement.

We explain both routes clearly so you can make an informed decision.

Yes. All enquiries and discussions are handled in confidence.

We understand that many landowners prefer discretion, particularly in the early stages of exploring development potential.

The first step is simply a conversation.

We can review your land, discuss its potential and give you a clear view on what your options are. From there, you can decide how you would like to proceed.

Speak to Us

If you own land or property and would like a clear view on its development potential, we are happy to have an initial conversation.

All discussions are handled in confidence.