The roadside property market is evolving fast. Traditional petrol filling stations (PFS) are being reimagined, electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure is expanding, and convenience-led retail and food & beverage (F&B) are reshaping how assets perform.

At Newsteer, we work alongside operators, developers and investors blending planning, development, investment, valuation and lease expertise to unlock value and help clients move confidently through a market in rapid transition.

A sector in transition – and a partner who understands it

From market consolidation to new technology adoption, ownership and operation models for roadside assets are shifting. That creates opportunity – but only if it’s backed by informed, commercially astute advice.

Planning that opens doors

We help clients bring forward new roadside and EV sites and adapt existing ones – from full charging hubs to co-located retail and F&B.

Our planning specialists know how to manage risk, use permitted development rights to speed up smaller EV installations, and secure full permissions for larger, more complex schemes – delivering long-term value while reducing cost and delay.

Red Book valuations with real-world insight

Our RICS-registered valuers provide independent assessments across single sites and large portfolios, with deep experience in PFS, EV and drive-thru retail.

We understand the income drivers behind value – fuel throughput, EV utilisation, lease structures and retail trade – and use that insight to give reports that support both strategy and board-level decisions.

Hands-on acquisition and disposal support

We help identify the right sites – then structure and deliver deals that make commercial sense.

Our agency and development teams support operators, landlords and investors on acquisitions, disposals and repositioning strategies across the UK.

Case in point – beyond advice in action

Rather than just producing reports, we partner with clients to shape strategy, de-risk delivery and unlock new revenue streams.

Repurposing PFS portfolios for the EV era

We recently advised a national convenience retailer on the acquisition and redevelopment of a portfolio of roadside assets.

• Designed a planning strategy to repurpose petrol filling stations into EV-ready, retail-led destinations.
• Navigated sequential test requirements and planning risk while ensuring operations stayed live during upgrades.
• Delivered permissions that support long-term commercial growth and a faster transition to EV.

Portfolio value optimisation for Asda

Following Asda’s £438m acquisition of 132 petrol station forecourts from the Co-op, we provided Red Book valuations and brokerage advice on 119 retained sites.

Our insight gave Asda the confidence to refine its convenience expansion strategy, supporting board sign-off and long-term positioning as the UK’s second-largest supermarket.

John Lewis & Waitrose – national EV charging roll-out with Shell

We were appointed to guide the roll-out of 60 high-speed charging hubs across Waitrose stores.

• Solved power capacity, wayleave and landlord consent issues, while navigating complex air-rights and site constraints.
• Ensured trading disruption was minimised and the programme stayed on track.
• Our strategic input created a future-proofed EV network aligned with both commercial and sustainability goals.

Tesco Express, SE13 – complex disposal delivered off-market

Advised on the sale of a Tesco Express site under a JV with Esso.

• Produced a robust disposal report with comparable evidence to secure board approval.
• Executed an off-market transaction concluded September 2024; MFG relaunched the site with Shell branding weeks later.
• Demonstrated our ability to navigate layered ownership and JV complexities while achieving a seamless, value-driven outcome.

Our approach

We don’t just offer technical advice – we help clients implement it.

By combining deep sector knowledge with commercial pragmatism and hands-on delivery, we give operators, developers and investors the confidence to optimise portfolios, manage risk and capture long-term value.

Get in touch

• Investment & valuation: Simon Martin & Richard Garside
• Development: Jonny Stevenson & Ross Bettridge
• Planning: David Brown & Harry Capstick