Retail Businesses For Sale in the UK

Explore Retail Businesses for sale across the UK, including convenience stores, supermarkets, kiosks, patisseries, household‑goods shops, and specialist retail units. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to modernise, expand product ranges, or diversify services, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.

269 Retail Businesses For Sale in the UK


Coffee Shop and Bakery in Dorset

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Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £4,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Dorset. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (no portal sales) Net Profit: Approx. 30%

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Restaurant and Bar in Tyne and Wear

Asking Price: £195,000 Turnover: £10,000

Occupying a corner position, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Tyne on Wear. The sales currently averages £10,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (30% ONLINE SALES)

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Convenience Store and Butchers in East London

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Asking Price: £70,000 Turnover: £9,500

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.

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Mechanics Workshop & Garage in Surrey

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Asking Price: £99,950 Turnover: £7,500

Business located in an excellent main road trading position, residential area, SOUTH LONDON / SURREY Boaders. The sales currently averages £7,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 27% approx. We are advised sales year ending 31st May 2025 showed turnover of £306,612 with a gross profit of £162,106.

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Daytime Cafe & Delicatessen in Highgate

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Asking Price: £45,000 Turnover: £3,250

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, close to underground, ARCHWAY, LONDON, N6. The sales currently averages £3,250 p.w. with a gross profit of 65% approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence in West Midlands

Asking Price: £170,000 Turnover: £8,500

Situated in a parade with service road to the front, residential area, WEST MIDLANDS. The sales currently averages £8,000 - £9,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 30% approx. Wholesale newsbill £300 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: EVRI PARCEL £350 per month approx. NATIONAL LOTTERY £150 per month approx. LOCKERS £240 per month approx. ADVERTISING TV BOARD £50 per month approx.

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Printers and Hardware Store in South London

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Asking Price: £69,995 Turnover: £2,250

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, commercial area, close to main shopping centre, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. - £2,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx. (80% Printers / 20% Hardware)

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Traditional Newsagent in Leicestershire

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Asking Price: £149,500 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a small parade, unopposed trading position, residential area, LEICESTERSHIRE. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% - 30% approx. Wholesale newsbill £1,200 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £140 per week approx. PARCEL SERVICES £200 per month approx. It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential to increase the sales by introducing alcohol.

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Shops remain one of the UK’s most versatile and consistently in‑demand retail business types, offering strong trade from local residents, commuters, families, and customers seeking everyday goods, gifts, essentials, and specialist items. Whether you’re looking for a high‑street unit, a neighbourhood convenience shop, a niche retail outlet, or a mixed‑category store, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on shops for convenience, value, product variety, and personal service - creating steady footfall with clear peaks during weekends, after‑work periods, and seasonal retail events. Many shops benefit from loyal local clientele, strong margins on fast‑moving goods, and additional revenue from impulse purchases, add‑on sales, and complementary product ranges.

Operationally, shops offer buyers a flexible and scalable business model, with opportunities to grow through improved merchandising, expanded stock lines, online ordering, social‑media promotion, and partnerships with suppliers or local businesses. With predictable demand and the ability to tailor the offer to local needs, shops often deliver strong year‑round performance with long‑term growth potential.

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FAQ

1. What does a typical Shop offer?
Shops vary widely but generally provide everyday goods, specialist products, convenience items, or niche ranges depending on the business type and target market.

2. How profitable are Shops?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £1,500 to £20,000+, depending on location, product mix, footfall, and competition. Margins vary by sector, with accessories, gifts, and convenience items often performing strongly.

3. Who are the main customers for Shops?
Customers include local residents, commuters, families, tourists, and shoppers seeking convenience, specialist items, or value‑driven products.

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