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.
Convenience Store and Off Licence in Bow
Situated in a parade, main road trading position, densely populated residential area, BOW, LONDON E3. The sales currently averages £11,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 28% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £80 per week approx. PARCEL PLUS £150 per week approx.
Off Licence in Wood Green
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, WOOD GREEN, LONDON, N22. The sales currently averages £6,500 p.w. G.P. 30 %
Supermarket 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 £10,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx.
Convenience Store and Post Office in North London
Situated in a parade, residential area, close to Tottenham Court Road, NW LONDON. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover is currently in the region of £2,500 p.w. in our opinion offering tremendous potential for further increase in the right hands & with the introduction of the sale of wines, beers & spirits, subject obviously to obtaining the necessary Premises & Personal Licence. We are advised that the post income is in the region of £35,000 p.a. (including lottery commission).
Well Fitted Convenience Store in Camden Town
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, CAMDEN, LONDON, WC1. The sales currently averages £4,500 p.w. with a gross profit of 22% approx. In our opinion the business offers terrific potential for further increase, especially with the introduction of the sale of wines, beers & spirits, subject to obtaining the necessary Personal & Premises licence. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £70 per month approx. EURO Luggage £200 per month approx.
Off Licence and slight Convenience Store in South London
Situated in a parade, busy road, residential & commercial area, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £11,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 27% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £60 per week approx. OYSTER £50 per week approx. ATM £50 per month approx.
Convenience Store with Off Licence in Forest Hill
Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, close to railway station, residential, office and commercial area, FOREST HILL, London, SE23. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w.- £6,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx.
Convenience Store with Post Office Local in West London
Situated in a parade, busy road, residential area, WEST LONDON. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £15,500 p.w. in our opinion offering further potential to increase in the right hands. In addition the business has Oyster & we understand this provides a commission of approximately £100 p.w. Post office income £30,000 p.a. The business also has Paypoint & we are advised this provides a further commission of approximately £100 p.w.
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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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