Most locations across the Essex region saw prime rents improve in the early part of 2026, with values in Thurrock, Chelmsford and Basildon, moving to £17.50, £16.50 and £15.50 per sq ft respectively.  Rents in Braintree remained stable at £14.50 per sq ft, with grade A space coming forward over the next 15 months at Panattoni Park.  Owner occupier capital values stabilised across all locations in Q1 2026, bringing to an end the downward shift seen over the past few years.