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Velocity Property delivers high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across the UK. With a focus on design, sustainability, and long-term value, we create projects that stand out in competitive markets.

What Is Property Development?

Property development is the process of acquiring land or buildings, adding value through planning, design, and construction, and delivering finished spaces that generate returns for investors. From residential housing to commercial hubs and mixed-use communities, property development plays a key role in shaping cities, driving economic growth, and meeting modern living demands.

From residential housing developments to commercial projects and mixed-use communities, Velocity Property creates developments that drive innovation, strengthen investor confidence, and enhance community living. With expertise spanning UK property investment and sustainable urban regeneration, our projects are designed to deliver both financial returns and lasting value.

Why Velocity Property?

Velocity Property is one of the UK’s most dynamic development firms. With a portfolio exceeding £6 million GDV, we’ve successfully delivered projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. Founded by James Smethurst, our approach blends hands-on development expertise, strategic investment insight, and a commitment to creating value, trusted by investors and partners alike.

Founded by James Smethurst, our approach blends deep sector insight with a commitment to delivery — backed by a repeat client rate of over 90%.

What makes us different?
✓ Executive expertise in TIC & life sciences
✓ Access to a global network of top‑tier talent
✓ Flexible, disruptive recruitment models
✓ Embedded recruitment models that integrate a dedicated recruiter within your team for seamless, long‑term collaboration 
✓ Founder‑led, relationship‑driven partnerships

What Makes Us Different?

We understand the unique development needs of each niche within the UK real estate industry .Our specialisms include residential housing , commercial projects , mixed-use developments , and sustainable property investment

  • Proven expertise across residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects
  • Track record of delivering profitable, sustainable developments
  • Access to investor networks and funding expertise
  • Founder-led approach with transparency and long-term vision
  • Commitment to community value, not just financial returns

Sectors We Serve

We understand the unique challenges and opportunities across property development niches, including:

Checkout the Success Stories to Get Inspired

Our success is measured by the value we create for investors, partners, and communities. Explore some of our latest success stories.

Investor, Residential Development Project

We wanted a property partner who could deliver strong returns while ensuring high-quality construction. Velocity Property not only met expectations, they exceeded them.

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Business Partner, Mixed-Use Development

Within weeks of collaborating with Velocity Property, we had a clear strategy, planning approval, and a roadmap for a vibrant community project that is already attracting strong investor interest.

CASE STUDY

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