Convenience Store with Off Licence plus Fruit and Greens Shop in South London
Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SE London. The sales currently averages £9,000 - £10,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx.
Convenience Store with Off Licence in North London
Situated in a small parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, NORTH LONDON. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT PULS £650 per month approx. NATIONAL LOTTERY £25 per week approx.
Caribbean Convenience Store plus Fruit and Veg Shop in Selhurst
Situated in a parade, main road trading position, densely populated residential and commercial area, SOUTH NORWOOD, LONDON, SE25. The sales currently averages £1,600 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx. There is tremendous potential to introduce the sales of beers, wines and spirits subject to local authority consent.
Supermarket with Delicatessen in Bromley
Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential area, on the SURREY/KENT BORDERS near Bromley. The sales currently averages £14,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: EVRI PARCEL £700 per month approx. PAY ZONE £150 per month approx.
Convenience Store and Off Licence in Holloway
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, densely populated residential & commercial area, HOLLOWAY, LONDON, N7. The sales currently averages £8,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 22% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £12.50 per week approx. ROYAL MAIL Parcel, recently opened OYSTER £50 per week approx.
Convenience Store with Off Licence and Coffee Shop in South London
Excellent main road trading position, adjoining station, residential, office and commercial area, busy train and underground station, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £10,000 p.w., increasing, with a Gross profit of 28% approx. (20% coffee, 80% retail)
Convenience Store and Off Licence in Middlesex
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, MIDDLESEX. The sales currently averages £7,000 - £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 32.5% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £10 per week approx.
Asian Grocery Store and Butchers in Chessington
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, CHESSINGTON, Surrey. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx. With the service of a professional butcher, the vendor feels there is a huge halal market potential in the area with absolutely no competition. They are only catering to limited sections of the Asian community. There is a huge scope for expanding to other communities.
Convenience Store with Butchers in Northfields
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, WEST EALING, LONDON, W13. The sales currently averages £15,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx.
Supermarket & Butchers in Ilford
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, ILFORD, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £7,000 -£10,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 35% approx.
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General stores remain one of the UK’s most dependable and consistently in‑demand retail businesses, offering strong trade from local residents, commuters, families, and customers seeking everyday essentials, household goods, snacks, and convenience items. Whether you’re looking for a village store, a neighbourhood general shop, a mixed‑retail outlet, or a high‑street unit with broad product ranges, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.
Across the UK, customers rely on general stores for convenience, accessibility, and quick purchases - creating steady footfall with clear peaks during mornings, after‑work periods, weekends, and seasonal events. Many general stores benefit from loyal local clientele, strong margins on fast‑moving goods, and additional revenue from services such as parcel collection, bill payments, lottery, or newspapers.
Operationally, general stores offer buyers a flexible and scalable business model, with opportunities to grow through improved merchandising, expanded stock lines, local delivery, online ordering, and partnerships with suppliers or community organisations. With predictable demand and the ability to tailor the offer to local needs, general stores often deliver strong year‑round performance with long‑term growth potential.
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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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