Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Nottingham
Trafford Oliver is a firm of Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultants established in 2011, offering dedicated expertise in the commercial property sector. With over 25 years of experience, our founder Charles Trafford has worked across diverse organisations, including Local Authorities, national corporate bodies, and regional private practices. We specialise in advising on the development, sale, letting, and acquisition of commercial properties, with particular focus on retail, roadside, and leisure sectors. Our client base ranges from major Pension Funds and national developers to private individuals and corporate tenant occupiers. Based in Nottingham, we operate predominantly throughout the Greater Midlands but serve clients nationwide.Our commitment to a personal and professional service is underpinned by our regulation by the RICS and memberships in professional bodies such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Shop Agents Society. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client, combining local market knowledge with national reach. Our extensive industry experience ensures we provide informed guidance on property investments and strategic development opportunities. By maintaining a client-focused approach, we aim to build long-term relationships founded on trust, transparency, and exceptional service delivery.
Services
Commercial Property Agency
Development Consultancy
Investment Advisory
Retail Property Solutions
Leisure Sector Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of experience in commercial property
- Specialists in retail, roadside, and leisure sectors
- Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- Client-focused approach with personalised service
- Operate nationwide with local expertise in Nottingham
Associations and certifications
- RICS
Services
Commercial Property Agency
We provide expert agency services for commercial property transactions, including sales and lettings. Our team offers strategic advice to maximise property value and marketability. With deep sector knowledge, we connect buyers, sellers, and tenants across retail, roadside, and leisure properties.
Development Consultancy
Our consultancy guides clients through commercial property development projects from inception to completion. We assess feasibility, identify opportunities, and provide market insights. Specialising in retail and leisure sectors, we ensure developments align with investment goals and regulatory requirements.
Investment Advisory
We advise on commercial property acquisitions and portfolio management, focusing on retail, roadside, and leisure assets. Our analysis includes market trends, yield assessments, and risk evaluation. Clients benefit from tailored strategies to optimise returns on property investments.
Retail Property Solutions
Specialist services for retail property stakeholders, including site selection, lease negotiations, and market analysis. We understand evolving retail dynamics and deliver solutions that address changing consumer demands and commercial viability for high street and out-of-town locations.
Leisure Sector Consultancy
We offer targeted advice for leisure sector properties, including hospitality venues, gyms, and entertainment facilities. Our services cover asset valuation, development potential, and tenant representation, ensuring clients capitalise on opportunities in this dynamic market segment.
People
Charles Trafford
Founder
Charles Trafford established Trafford Oliver in 2011 after 25 years in commercial property. He has worked with Local Authorities, Valuation Office, and national firms like Chesterton and Innes England. A RICS member, he specialises in retail agency and property consultancy.
Questions
What areas do Trafford Oliver operate in?
We are based in Nottingham and primarily serve the Greater Midlands, but we handle instructions nationwide.
What sectors does Trafford Oliver specialise in?
Our expertise focuses on retail, roadside, and leisure sector properties within the commercial property market.
Who are Trafford Oliver's typical clients?
We work with pension funds, national and regional developers, property companies, and private individuals or tenant occupiers.
Is Trafford Oliver regulated by any professional body?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and adhere to their professional standards.
