Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Worcester
Hough Gould has been a trusted name in the UK commercial property market since 1992, offering expert advice and innovative solutions across investment, development, and asset management. Our team combines over 30 years of industry experience with a client-centric approach, ensuring tailored strategies that maximise returns and asset value. Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), we prioritise transparency, long-term relationships, and a deep understanding of market dynamics. Our services span financial appraisal, strategic asset management, property management, and business rates mitigation, supported by a network of industry contacts.We focus on delivering measurable results through proactive management, sector-specific expertise, and a commitment to ethical standards. With a track record of successful projects, including high-profile developments like iQuarter Rugby and Imperial Park Newport, we consistently add value for institutional and private clients. Our principal-level involvement ensures personalised service, while our teams legal and financial backgrounds enhance our ability to address complex client needs. By maintaining a lean, focused operation, we provide efficient, cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or attention to detail.
Services
Investment Agency
Portfolio Management
Rating Appeals
Property Management
Asset Management
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in UK commercial property markets.
- Our team includes RICS-qualified professionals with legal and financial expertise.
- We provide tailored investment strategies and active asset management.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent, results-driven advice.
- Our sector-specific contacts ensure access to exclusive opportunities and insights.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Investment Agency
We specialise in sourcing and negotiating commercial property acquisitions and disposals, leveraging over 30 years of market experience. Our strategic approach ensures optimal timing and pricing for clients, balancing short-term gains with long-term value. By maintaining strong industry contacts, we identify off-market opportunities and deliver tailored solutions for institutional and private investors.
Portfolio Management
Our active portfolio management services focus on maximising rental returns and asset value through proactive strategies. This includes financial appraisal, lease restructuring, and refurbishment planning. With principal-level involvement, we ensure alignment with client objectives while maintaining cost efficiency and tenant satisfaction across nationwide commercial property holdings.
Rating Appeals
We provide expert business rates appeal services to reduce liabilities for commercial property owners. Our team combines market knowledge with legal expertise to challenge assessments and secure mitigation opportunities. This service is integrated with broader asset management strategies to enhance overall portfolio performance.
Property Management
Our property management covers day-to-day operations, including tenant relations, maintenance, and financial administration. We ensure compliance with legal requirements while optimising occupancy rates and operational efficiency. This service extends to on-site building maintenance and procurement of specialist contractors through our industry network.
Asset Management
We implement strategic asset management plans to improve tenant mix, lease security, and property efficiency. This includes identifying refurbishment opportunities, negotiating lease terms, and monitoring market trends. Our approach combines hands-on management with data-driven decision-making to deliver sustained value growth for commercial real estate investments.
People
David Hough
Principal
David Hough, MRICS, has over 25 years of post-qualification experience in commercial property. Former partner at Elliot Son and Boyton, he founded Hough Gould in 1992 to provide tailored investment advice and coordinate asset management strategies for select clients.
Laura Harding
Property Manager
Laura Harding, a former legal executive specialising in commercial property, manages office and property administration. She supports clients and tenants with operational needs, leveraging her legal background to ensure compliance and efficient service delivery.
Sue Hough
Accounts Manager
Sue Hough brings extensive property management accounting experience from a major city accountancy practice and a chartered surveying firm. She oversees financial operations for nationwide commercial property portfolios with precision and regulatory compliance.
Questions
What services does Hough Gould offer?
We provide commercial property consultancy services including investment advice, asset management, portfolio management, business rates appeals, and property management across the UK.
How long has Hough Gould been in business?
Hough Gould was established in 1992, offering over 30 years of expertise in the UK commercial property market.
Are Hough Gould regulated professionals?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), ensuring adherence to industry standards and ethical practices.
What areas do Hough Gould operate in?
We work nationwide across the UK commercial property market, with particular expertise in key regions like Rugby, Crewe, Northampton, and Newport.
Can Hough Gould assist with business rates reduction?
Yes, we offer business rates appeal services to challenge assessments and identify mitigation opportunities as part of our asset management strategies.
How does Hough Gould add value to property investments?
Through strategic acquisitions, active asset management, lease restructuring, and refurbishment planning, we maximise rental returns and long-term asset value for clients.
