Dry Cleaners For Sale in South East

South East England offers a strong mix of prosperous towns, coastal communities, and high‑growth commercial centres. Areas such as Maidstone, Guildford, Crawley, Brighton, and Chichester attract steady footfall from residents, commuters, and visitors. Buyers benefit from a region known for affluence, connectivity, and opportunities across retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes South East an attractive location for buyers seeking dry cleaners for sale, supported by a mix of residents, commuters, and tourists.

16 Dry Cleaners For Sale in South East


Dry Cleaners and Laundry Business in Woking

New / Updated
Asking Price: £39,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, vibrant urban area with shops, schools, and transport links nearby, WOKING, Surrey. The sales, when trading, averaged £2,000 p.w.

Leasehold

Dry Cleaners and Alterations in Surrey

New / Updated
Asking Price: £120,000

Situated in a parade, busy road, densely populated residential & commercial area, SURREY. We are advised by the vendor the business enjoyed a lucrative turnover which, we understand, the vendor is happy to discuss on inspection.

Leasehold

Dry Cleaners in Bexleyheath

New / Updated
Asking Price: £349,000 Turnover: £1,700

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, close to mainline railway station, residential, office and commercial area, BEXLEYHEATH, Kent. The sales currently averages £1,700 p.w.

Freehold

Specialist Dry Cleaners in Kent

New / Updated
Asking Price: £35,000 Turnover: £1,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential and commercial area, South London / Kent Borders. The sales currently averages £1,500 p.w. 45% profit.

Leasehold

Dry Cleaners with additional Receiving Shop in Surrey

Asking Price: £199,000 Turnover: £5,000

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Surrey, plus The satellite receiveing shop is located approximated 6 miles / 20 minutes away. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. (£3,500 p.w. for the main unit, £1,500 p.w. for the receiving shop)

Leasehold

Dry Cleaners and Tailors in Weybridge

Asking Price: £149,950 Turnover: £3,500

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, WEYBRIDGE, Surrey. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w. Accounts Y/e 5th April 2024 show sales of £143,952 with a G.P. of £78,053 after wages.

Leasehold

Dry Cleaners and profitable Receiving shop in Uckfield

Asking Price: £29,500 Turnover: £2,500

Situated in a small parade of 6 shops, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, UCKFIELD, EAST SUSSEX The receiving shop is located within a busy Train Station. The sales in respect of the dry cleaning shop currently averages £1,500 p.w. (including 2 hotel contracts) Receiving Shop turnover currently averages £800/£1,000 p.w.

Leasehold

Dry Cleaners in Bexleyheath

Asking Price: £69,000 Turnover: £1,700

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, close to mainline railway station, residential, office and commercial area, BEXLEYHEATH, Kent. The sales currently averages £1,700 p.w.

Leasehold

Dry Cleaners in Kent

Asking Price: £130,000 Turnover: £3,250

Situated in a shopping centre next to large multiples, KENT. The sales currently averages £3,000 - £3,500 p.w.

Leasehold


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Why Buy a Dry Cleaners?

Dry cleaners remain one of the UK’s most reliable and consistently in‑demand service businesses, offering steady trade from local residents, professionals, and commercial clients. Whether you’re looking for a traditional high‑street dry cleaners, a receiving shop, or a combined dry‑cleaning‑plus‑laundry operation, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on trusted dry cleaners for garment care, alterations, specialist cleaning, and regular laundry services - essential, repeat‑use services that remain in demand regardless of economic conditions. Many dry cleaners benefit from strong margins, predictable weekly turnover, and additional revenue from ironing, repairs, commercial contracts, and collection‑and‑delivery services.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK dry cleaners since 1959, and our long‑standing experience means we understand exactly what buyers look for and what sellers need to achieve the best price. All valuations are free, and we operate on a No Sale, No Fee basis with no advertising charges.

Browse our latest dry cleaners for sale below, or explore our free buyer’s guide to learn what to expect when taking on a garment‑care and service‑focused business of your own.

Explore Dry Cleaners for sale across South East, including established high‑street units, freehold sites, receiving shops, and combined dry‑cleaning‑plus‑tailoring businesses. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to modernise, expand services, or scale operations, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.


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FAQ

1. What does a Dry Cleaners typically offer?
Dry cleaners usually provide garment cleaning, pressing, alterations, stain removal, laundry services, duvet cleaning, and specialist care for delicate fabrics.

2. How profitable are Dry Cleaners?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £2,000 to £10,000+, with strong margins on pressing, alterations, and specialist cleaning. Profitability depends on footfall, equipment efficiency, and repeat trade.

3. Who are the main customers for Dry Cleaners?
Customers include local residents, office workers, hotels, restaurants, businesses needing regular laundry, and clients requiring specialist garment care.

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