Black & White Bridging is closing in on £500m of lending just five years after launch underlining the pace of growth across the bridging sector as it continues to move into the mainstream.
The lender has completed more than 750 deals since 2021, with volumes accelerating sharply over the past two years as broker demand for short-term funding solutions continues to rise.
Completions increased by 175% in 2024, followed by a further 190% uplift in 2025, signalling a significant shift from early-stage growth into scale.
The business has also funded projects delivering around 1,800 homes across England and Wales, highlighting the growing role of bridging finance in supporting development, refurbishment and repurposing activity.
NATIONAL FOOTPRINT
Headcount has risen to 32, with the lender continuing to invest in operational capacity as it expands its national footprint.
This includes upgrades to its London and Manchester offices, alongside the development of a new headquarters in Bristol, aimed at improving collaboration, speed of execution and decision-making.
The growth trajectory reflects wider trends in the specialist market, where brokers are increasingly turning to bridging to solve funding gaps, manage time-sensitive transactions and structure more complex deals.
HUGE MILESTONE
Damien Druce (main picture), chief operating officer at Black & White Bridging, said: “Approaching half a billion of lending in just five years, and delivering over 750 deals in that time, is a huge milestone for us. It reflects the strength of our growth and the trust brokers place in us to deliver.
“Bridging is no longer niche; it’s becoming a core part of the market. As demand increases, the focus has to be on transparency, consistency, and execution.
“We’ve built our model around speed, certainty, and strong relationships, and the investment we’re making in our people and infrastructure, ensures we can continue to deliver at scale. We can’t wait to open the doors at our new HQ.”
