Retail Businesses For Sale in the UK

Explore Retail Businesses for sale across the UK, including convenience stores, supermarkets, kiosks, patisseries, household‑goods shops, and specialist retail units. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to modernise, expand product ranges, or diversify services, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.

268 Retail Businesses For Sale in the UK


Printers and Hardware Store in South London

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Asking Price: £69,995 Turnover: £2,250

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, commercial area, close to main shopping centre, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. - £2,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx. (80% Printers / 20% Hardware)

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Convenience Store and Off Licence in Hertfordshire

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Asking Price: £59,950 Turnover: £4,500

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential and commercial area, HERTFORDSHIRE. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. - £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Lucrative Wholesale newsbill £900 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PARCELS £400 per week approx.

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Convenience Store and General Store in Essex

Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a small parade, unopposed trading position, residential area, Essex. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 23% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £40 per week approx. It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential to increase the sales by introducing alcohol subject to planning permission.

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Italian Coffee Shop and Deli in Barnet

Asking Price: £82,500 Turnover: £4,000

Situated in a parade, busy road, office & residential area, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w. - £4,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx.

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Florist plus Fruit and Greens Shop in Surrey

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Asking Price: £69,000 Turnover: £4,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Surrey. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx.

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Coffee Shop and Bakery in Dorset

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Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £4,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Dorset. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (no portal sales) Net Profit: Approx. 30%

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Immaculate Convenience Store in Kent

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Asking Price: £150,000 Turnover: £6,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Kent. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Wse are advised the vendor has recently submitted applications for National Lottery and Paypoint agencies.

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Main Post Office and Quality Off Licence in East Sussex

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Asking Price: £245,000 Turnover: £7,000 Post Office: £105,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, East Sussex. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £105,000 p.a. approx. (including VAT)

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Shops remain one of the UK’s most versatile and consistently in‑demand retail business types, offering strong trade from local residents, commuters, families, and customers seeking everyday goods, gifts, essentials, and specialist items. Whether you’re looking for a high‑street unit, a neighbourhood convenience shop, a niche retail outlet, or a mixed‑category store, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on shops for convenience, value, product variety, and personal service - creating steady footfall with clear peaks during weekends, after‑work periods, and seasonal retail events. Many shops benefit from loyal local clientele, strong margins on fast‑moving goods, and additional revenue from impulse purchases, add‑on sales, and complementary product ranges.

Operationally, shops offer buyers a flexible and scalable business model, with opportunities to grow through improved merchandising, expanded stock lines, online ordering, social‑media promotion, and partnerships with suppliers or local businesses. With predictable demand and the ability to tailor the offer to local needs, shops often deliver strong year‑round performance with long‑term growth potential.

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FAQ

1. What does a typical Shop offer?
Shops vary widely but generally provide everyday goods, specialist products, convenience items, or niche ranges depending on the business type and target market.

2. How profitable are Shops?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £1,500 to £20,000+, depending on location, product mix, footfall, and competition. Margins vary by sector, with accessories, gifts, and convenience items often performing strongly.

3. Who are the main customers for Shops?
Customers include local residents, commuters, families, tourists, and shoppers seeking convenience, specialist items, or value‑driven products.

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