Our family owned and operated, multi-award-winning company was established in 1981. With the third generation of Wood family member now representing the company, we combine 80+ years of real estate experience and are one of the leading and longest established commercial property consultancies in the region. Because of our longevity and family values, we have built a positive reputation amongst the local commercial property industry – that of professionalism, trust and integrity.
S.R. Wood & Son have a rich and diverse background in servicing the local and regional commercial property industry, across all sectors. We are competent in sales, lettings, acquisitions, lease advisory, valuation and indeed management. Here are just some of the reasons our clients choose to work with us:
Specialising in commercial real estate, we offer a number of services to our clients, covering primarily Luton, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Hitchin and surrounding environs. The services we offer are backed by decades of industry involvement, exposure and education in the latest standards and practices.
Agency is at the core of what we do. No two properties are the same and our approach reflects that – we implement a bespoke marketing strategy for each instruction. Throughout the marketing and transactional process, we are always on hand to offer advice to our client when required – especially those who require an added level of ‘hand holding’. Our agency services include the following:
Lease renewals, rent reviews and other aspects of commercial leases are highly specialist subjects, with potential for substantial ramifications if not considered carefully. Accordingly, only the best advice will do. We provide our clients with clear, practical guidance, offer procedural recommendations and then implement the same. This is all backed by our detailed understanding of lease terms, market values, market conditions and influences, case law, and legislative requirements. Our lease advisory services include:
Accurate and informed valuation advice is essential to sound decision-making in commercial property. We provide independent, evidence-based valuations, supported by acute market knowledge and professional judgement. Valuations can be undertaken for the following purposes to name a few:
S.R. Wood & Son can deliver personalised property management solutions for landlords of commercial properties across all sectors. Our management services include the following:
In 2005 Stephen J. Wood and school friend Rupert Nixon established S. R. Wood & Son (Property Management) Ltd – 01582 414 222. The company has expanded year on year to become one of the largest privately owned block management companies in the region, with assets under management worth hundreds of millions of pounds, ranging from North London to Bedford and along the A1/M1 corridors.
Since 1981 we have had pleasure in representing clients of all shapes and sizes. These have ranged from local, to regional, national and international companies/organisations. Here are some you may have heard of…
Director
About Stephen R. Wood
Having entered the world of real estate in the early 1970’s, Stephen R. Wood formed S.R. Wood & Son in 1981 and is Chairman to this day. Thanks to his business savvy and perseverance, the foundations were set for S.R. Wood & Son, which is now the longest established commercial property agency in Luton.
In much of Stephen’s spare time he can be found travelling the world, most notably frequenting the south east of Spain where he has owned a number of villas over the last few decades.
Managing Director
About Stephen J. Wood
Having joined his father working at S.R. Wood & Son in 1989, Stephen is now the company Managing Director. Jovially, he often says that during this time in the industry, he has dealt with every commercial property in Luton! Stephen’s many years of experience enables him to assist clients in various commercial property matters such as:
Some years ago, Stephen was presented a certificate by the Mayor of Luton for his ‘services to Luton and its business community’, which is proudly on show in the S.R. Wood & Son office. In 2023, Stephen was recognised as ‘Business Person of the Year’ at the Community Interest Luton awards ceremony.
During his free time and when the sun is out, Stephen can often be seen riding his 1966 Lambretta.
Commercial Property Surveyor
About Jacob Wood MSc
Having joined S.R. Wood & Son in September of 2020, Jacob now works alongside his father and colleagues and is the third generation of Wood family member to do so.
As for education, Jacob has completed his Masters degree in Commercial Real Estate with UCEM, furnishing him with the most up-to-date industry standards and practices. Following completion of his Masters, Jacob has now begun a part-time secondment with a local firm of surveyors, with a view to become Chartered by the RICS.
Jacob is able to advise clients through various commercial property matters, such as:
On a more ‘down to Earth’ basis, during his free time Jacob enjoys spending time with his family/friends or writing and recording music. He can therefore often be found with either a Gibson Les Paul or Fender Stratocaster in hand!
Commercial Property Surveyor
About Paul Quin
Having enjoyed nearly 30 years at the sharp end of the commercial property market around Hitchin, Paul has agreed to join forces with S.R. Wood & Son. As his business interests become more diverse, Paul remains keen to ensure that his clients both old and new continue to experience the most focused and commercially astute representation. The joining of forces with S.R. Wood & Son is a perfect blend of experience, integrity, resource and motivation. It promises to offer clients the very best service, backed by decades of experience and an even wider database of marketing power.
Head of Commercial Property Management
About Simon Edmonds BSc (Hons) MRICS
Simon joined a well-respected firm of general practice surveyors in Dunstable in 2011 and has been managing commercial property in Luton and Dunstable ever since. Now Simon heads up the commercial property management division of S.R. Wood & Son, bringing a wealth of management and general practice experience with him.
During his free time, Simon can be found riding his motorbike or running around after his young family!
Simon qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 2014.
Office Administrator
About Ozzy
The newest member of the S.R. Wood & Son team, this furry fella helps around the office with general admin tasks. Our four-legged friend also welcomes all visitors with a waggy tail, having been awarded first prize for ‘Most Waggy Tail’ at a local Summer Fair.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
In addition to our day-to-day work servicing the commercial real estate industry, we are acutely aware of our social responsibility. Here are just some of the organisations we have helped over the years.