Coffee Shop and Bakery in Dorset
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%
Convenience Store and Off Licence - Retirement Sale in South London
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, S London. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx. We are advised the sales for year ended March 2025 were £167,992, with a GP £61,894.
Plumbers Merchants plus Bathroom & Kitchen Showroom in Peterborough
New Industrial Estate, office and commercial area, PETERBOROUGH, Cambs. The sales currently averages £7,200 p.w. with a Gross profit of 33% approx.
Delicatessen and Cafe in South London
Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential area not far from Hammersmith Bridge, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 70% approx.
Tea Room and Antiques Shop in Kent
Sought after & wealthy area, KENT. The sales currently averages £1,300 - £1,800 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (80% Tea Room & 20% Antique's (GP 50%))
Quality Greengrocer plus Wholesale business in Orpington
Sought after trading position, residential area, ORPINGTON, KENT. The sales currently averages £17,500 with £7,500 p.w. shop sales with a Gross profit of 38% approx. plus £10,000 p.w. wholesale
Beauty Salon in East Sussex
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, EAST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £3,200 p.w.
Immaculate Convenience Store in Kent
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.
Old Established Hardware Store in South London
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £3,500 - £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: DHL & UPS PARCEL SERVICE £50 per week approx.
Old Established Convenience Store and Post Office in East Sussex
Residential area, EAST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £5,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £17,000 p.a. approx.
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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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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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