General Stores 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 general stores for sale, supported by steady local and visitor footfall.

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Impressive Convenience Store and Off Licence in West Sussex

Asking Price: £70,000 Turnover: £6,000

Imposing trading position, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, WEST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £6,000 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: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx. EVRI PARCEL £100 per week approx. INPOST LOCKERS £1,200 per annum.

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Old Established Convenience Store and Post Office in Hampshire

Asking Price: £365,000 Turnover: £12,500 Post Office: £48,000

Situated in a small parade, prominent trading position, residential area, close to 3 schools, Hampshire. The sales currently averages GROSS £14,000 - £15,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 33% approx. Wholesale news bill £2,000 p.w. (delivery only). POST OFFICE income in the region of £48,000 p.a. approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence in Surrey

Asking Price: £175,000 Turnover: £7,000

End of terrace property, excellent trading position, residential area, SURREY. The sales currently averages £7,000 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: parcel services £1,500 per month approx.

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Asian Grocery Store and Butchers in Chessington

Asking Price: £65,000 Turnover: £5,000

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.

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Convenience Store plus Café in Aldershot

Asking Price: £75,000 Turnover: £5,000

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.

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Ultra Modern Convenience Store with Off Licence in Kent

Asking Price: £45,000 Turnover: £2,000

Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Kent. The sales when trading £2,000 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 £10 per week approx. PAY ZONE £10 per week approx.

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Convenience Store plus Off Licence in Kent

Asking Price: £210,000 Turnover: £14,500

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, opposite main bus stop, town centre, KENT. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £14,500 p.w. in our opinion offering tremendous potential for further increase in the right hands, Wholesale newsbill £350 p.w. We are further advised that the gross profit is in the region of 20%. The business is agents for the sale of on line national lottery tickets plus scratchcards & this we understand provides a commission of approximately £125 p.w. The business also has Paypoint/Pay Zone provides a commission of approximately £100 per month.

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Well fitted Convenience Store and Off Licence in Sittingbourne

Asking Price: £79,500 Turnover: £5,000

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, SITTINGBOURNE, KENT. We understand from the vendor that the town is currently under significant redevelopment, which should add to future footfall. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover currently averages £5,000 p.w. in our opinion offering further potential to increase. Wholesale newsbill £500 p.w.

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Well Established Convenience Store in Erith

Asking Price: £625,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, ERITH, Kent. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. - £8,000 p.w. INCREASING with a Gross profit of 22.5% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £75 per week approx. BUS PASSES £125 per week 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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Explore General Stores for sale across South East, including convenience shops, village stores, off‑licences, and mixed‑retail outlets. Many listings offer clear opportunities to expand product ranges, introduce new services, or grow local reach, giving buyers room to develop the business and increase revenue.


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FAQ

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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