Breck strengthens footprint with Leeds move

A property developer is expanding its footprint with a new office in Leeds.

Breck, founded in Lancashire in 2020, has purchased a 4400sq ft office at Millshaw Park industrial estate, marking a step forward in its growth across Yorkshire and the wider North of England. 

The two-storey space can accommodate around 55 staff, with bosses at Breck saying the firm is looking to recruit quantity surveyors, engineers, managers and administration roles.

Andy Garnett, managing director at Breck, said: “The Yorkshire region will be key to Breck’s continued growth over the coming years. 

“There is a real need for quality affordable housing in addition to higher value homes for open market sale.

“Purchasing this office outright is a signal of our intent to stay and grow in the county. 

“The office is well-located to serve East and West Yorkshire and has excellent transport links both within and outside the county.

“Our focus is now on the recruitment of a high-quality team to support our growing Yorkshire development pipeline.”

Breck specialises in affordable housing developments and has a pipeline of roughly 2000 homes across the North, including four sites in Yorkshire. 

It is currently working on projects such as affordable housing schemes in Bradford and a conversion of a former Lloyds data centre, in Pudsey, into 124 affordable homes on behalf of registered affordable housing provider Incommunities.

Breck’s purchase was managed by Knight Frank, while Napthens provided legal advice.

Elizabeth Ridley, partner at Knight Frank, added: “In completing this purchase, Breck has acquired a modern building in an area with excellent transport links. 

“The office gives the company a great base to serve the whole of Yorkshire and beyond, paving the way for the next phase of its growth.

“There is still a good level of demand for quality freehold offices in out-of-town locations such as this and Breck acted quickly to complete the purchase. 

“We wish the company every success over the coming years.”

Martin Beardsworth, partner at Napthens, added: “It’s been a pleasure to support Breck in acquiring the new Leeds office, an important milestone in the company’s ongoing expansion across Yorkshire. 

“Zenub Hussain and I worked closely with the Breck team to ensure the transaction ran smoothly and aligned with the company’s strategic goals. 

“We look forward to continuing our partnership and supporting Breck as it grows its regional footprint.”

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