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.
Yes we do. Our in house planning consultant advises on applications, planning strategy, refusals and appeals. The first step is always a conversation, which costs nothing. From there, where a site shows promise, we carry out a full assessment of its development potential for a fixed fee agreed in advance, and we credit that fee back if we take the project forward together. On selected sites we may fund the planning work entirely at our own cost, recovering it when planning is granted. If your application has been refused, we would be happy to take a look, as a refusal is often not the end of the road. Depending on the site and your circumstances, we can also offer joint ventures, option agreements where we secure planning and then purchase the site, or an outright purchase where the potential is strong.
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.
On selected sites, Acresfield may fund the planning work for you, removing the cost and much of the risk from that decision.
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.
