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RNS Number : 6411S  Derwent London PLC  09 January 2025

 

9 January 2025

Derwent London plc ("Derwent London" / "the Group")
25 Baker Street W1 offices fully pre-let

Derwent London is pleased to announce that all 204,300 sq ft of office space
at its 25 Baker Street W1 development is now fully pre-let to five tenants.
This follows two new recent leasing deals which take the office rent roll to
£21.2m. Ahead of completion later in H1 2025, these lettings highlight the
strength of demand for high quality, design-led and amenity-rich spaces in the
right location with class-leading sustainability credentials.

With rents across the building ranging from £98 to £113 psf, the £104 psf
average is a 16.5% premium to the appraisal ERV, setting a new benchmark for
the area. The weighted average lease term (to break) is 13.5 years, with over
70% on 15-year terms certain.

In addition to the office lettings, we are encouraged by the level of interest
for the retail and F&B units which form an integral part of the scheme's
amenity offering. Two of the six units are under offer, with discussions
ongoing on further units.

Paul Williams, Chief Executive of Derwent London, said:

The strength of occupier demand reflects the quality of office space we are
developing. The pre-letting and rental levels achieved further demonstrate
positive structural market trends, with the shortage of supply of prime
offices across London's West End. The long leases and strong line-up of
well-established financial and professional services firms support the
attractive project return.

"Our recent acquisition of full ownership at the adjacent 50 Baker Street W1,
where we will deliver c.240,000 sq ft of amenity-rich and highly sustainable
space, highlights our confidence in the prospects for the area. Our next phase
of West End developments totals 0.5m sq ft across three projects."

 

For further information, please contact:

 

 Derwent London                             Paul Williams, Chief Executive

 Tel: +44 (0)20 3478 4217 (Robert Duncan)   Damian Wisniewski, Chief Financial Officer

                                            Robert Duncan, Head of Investor Relations

 Brunswick Group                            Nina Coad

 Tel: +44 (0)20 7404 5959                   Emily Brentnall

 

Notes to editors

Derwent London plc

Derwent London plc owns 63 buildings in a commercial real estate portfolio
predominantly in central London valued at £4.8 billion as at 30 June 2024,
making it the largest London office-focused real estate investment trust
(REIT).

Our experienced team has a long track record of creating value throughout the
property cycle by regenerating our buildings via redevelopment or
refurbishment, effective asset management and capital recycling. We typically
acquire central London properties off-market with low capital values and
modest rents in improving locations, most of which are either in the West End
or the Tech Belt. We capitalise on the unique qualities of each of our
properties - taking a fresh approach to the regeneration of every building
with a focus on anticipating tenant requirements and an emphasis on design.
Reflecting and supporting our long-term success, the business has a strong
balance sheet with modest leverage, a robust income stream and flexible
financing.

We are frequently recognised in industry awards for the quality, design and
innovation of our projects. Landmark buildings in our 5.3 million sq ft
portfolio include 1 Soho Place W1, 80 Charlotte Street W1, Brunel Building W2,
White Collar Factory EC1, Angel Building EC1, 1-2 Stephen Street W1,
Horseferry House SW1 and Tea Building E1.

As part of our commitment to lead the industry in mitigating climate change,
Derwent London has committed to becoming a net zero carbon business by 2030,
publishing its pathway to achieving this goal in July 2020. Our science-based
carbon targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In
2013 the Company launched a voluntary Community Fund which has to date
supported over 160 community projects in the West End and the Tech Belt.

The Company is a public limited company, which is listed on the London Stock
Exchange and incorporated and domiciled in the UK. The address of its
registered office is 25 Savile Row, London, W1S 2ER.

For further information see www.derwentlondon.com
(http://www.derwentlondon.com) or follow us on LinkedIn
(https://www.linkedin.com/company/derwentlondon/?viewAsMember=true)

 

 

Forward-looking statements

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accuracy. Derwent London does not undertake to update any forward-looking
statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Nothing in this announcement should be construed as a profit forecast.

 

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