Village Store and Post Office in East Sussex
Situated in a country town, EAST KENT/SUSSEX BORDERS. The sales currently averages £7,250 p.w. with a Gross profit of 28% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £32,000 p.a. approx. Wholesale newsbill £300 p.w.
Virtually Freehold Counter Newsagent with Off Licence in Putney
Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential area, PUTNEY, LONDON, SW15. The sales currently averages £7,000 - £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 22% approx. Wholesale newsbill £200 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £150 per week approx. Pastel Services £350 per month approx. PAY ZONE £10 per week approx.
Licensed Delicatessen plus Store in Orpington
Situated in a parade, sought after residential area, close to station, near BROMLEY, KENT. The sales currently averages £7,200 p.w. with a Gross profit of 39% approx. (NO PORTALS)
Specialist International Grocers in Essex
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.
Convenience Store and Off Licence - Retirement Sale in Brockley
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, FOREST HILL, London, S.E.23. 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.
Convenience Store and Off Licence in Cheltenham
Situated in a parade, excellent trading position 1 mile from the town centre, CHELTENHAM, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 27.5% approx.
Convenience Store and Butchers in East London
Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, East London. The sales currently averages £9,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx.
Counter Newsagent and Convenience Store in Worcestershire
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).
Convenience Store plus Café in Aldershot
Occupying a corner position, excellent trading position, residential area, ALDERSHOT, Hampshire. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. In addition the rented accommodation provides an additional income of £24,600 p.a.
Supermarket in Staffordshire
Occupying a corner position, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Staffordshire. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w.- £6,000 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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1. What does a General Store typically offer?
General stores usually provide everyday essentials, groceries, household items, snacks, drinks, newspapers, toiletries, and a mix of convenience and general‑retail products.
2. How profitable are General Stores?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £3,000 to £20,000+, depending on location, footfall, product mix, and competition. Margins are strongest on impulse items and convenience goods.
3. Who are the main customers for General Stores?
Customers include local residents, commuters, families, school traffic, passers‑by, and regular shoppers seeking quick, convenient purchases.
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