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.

267 Retail Businesses For Sale in the UK


Traditional Newsagent in Leicestershire

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Asking Price: £149,500 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a small parade, unopposed trading position, residential area, LEICESTERSHIRE. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% - 30% approx. Wholesale newsbill £1,200 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £140 per week approx. PARCEL SERVICES £200 per month approx. It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential to increase the sales by introducing alcohol.

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Specialist International Grocers in Essex

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Asking Price: £430,000 Turnover: £27,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Essex. The sales currently averages £25,000 p.w. - £30,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 31.5% approx.

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Supermarket in Staffordshire

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Asking Price: £120,000 Turnover: £5,750

Occupying a corner position, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Staffordshire. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w.- £,6000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx. There a potential and demand for the sale of beers, wines and spirits subject to Landlord and Local Authority consent.

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Counter Newsagent and Convenience Store in Worcestershire

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Asking Price: £84,499 Turnover: £7,000

Shopping centre locality, prominent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Worcestershire. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 22% approx. Wholesale newsbill £700 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: Lottery Sales average £4000 per week (£262 commission per week). PayPoint Sales average £10,000 per week (£30 commission per week).

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Convenience Store and Sandwich Bar in Kent

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Asking Price: £47,500 Turnover: £1,500

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, KENT. The sales currently averages £1,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. P Sandwich Bar by the owner the turnover currently averages £500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx. It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential to increase the sales by introducing alcohol and Vapes

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Newsagent and Off Licence in Merseyside

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Asking Price: £60,000 Turnover: £3,600

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, close to station and 2 bus stops, Merseyside. The sales currently averages £3,600 p.w. with a Gross profit of 27% - 30% approx. Wholesale newsbill £300 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £40 per week approx. PAY ZONE £10 per week approx. PARCEL SERVICES £200 per month approx. WESTERN UNION £350- £400 per month approx.

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Bakery and Patisserie in Muswell Hill

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Asking Price: £140,000 Turnover: £4,500

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, MUSWELL HILL AREA, LONDON, N10. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averaes £4,500 p.w. in our opinion offering tremendous potential for further increase in the right hands. We are further advised that the gross profit is in excess of 70%.

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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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