Average business property prices increased significantly in the dental sector in 2014 due to continued high levels of demand in relation to supply – that's according to Business Outlook 2015, the annual state of the markets report by specialist property adviser Christie + Co, which was launched on 15 January 2015.

Christie + Co's Director and Head of Medical Simon Hughes said that they are seeing an insatiable appetite for dental practices continuing unabated across the UK, with most instructions attracting multiple offers and in many cases businesses selling for in excess of the quoted asking price.

Christie + Co launched its brokerage service into the dental sector in late 2013 and in 2014 it saw significant momentum as awareness of its expertise in this market increased. Despite proposals to reform NHS dentistry, there appears to be little nervousness, with most operators taking a 'wait and see' approach.

However, Christie + Co believe it is likely that they will see providers of larger NHS contracts take the opportunity to sell before the changes cause uncertainty in the market, so 2015 may see an increase in dental practices available for purchase.

To discuss how Christie + Co might help you achieve your future plans contact Simon Hughes on 020 7227 0749.