Cafe and Dessert Parlour in East Sussex
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and tourist area, East Sussex. The sales currently averages £8,000 p.w. (increasing to £15,000 in summer months) with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO PORTALS)
Hardware Store in Bristol
Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, BRISTOL. The sales currently averages £5,355 p.w. with a Gross profit of 56% approx.
Seasonal Dessert Parlour & Coffee Shop in South London
Situated in a small parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SW London. The sales currently averages £12,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO PORTALS)
Immaculate Café in South Wales
Occupying a sweeping corner position, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, SOUTH WALES. The sales currently averages £4,800 p.w. with a Gross profit of 73% approx. (slight online sales)
Bakery and Patisserie in Muswell Hill
Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, MUSWELL HILL AREA, LONDON, N10. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averaes £4,500 p.w. in our opinion offering tremendous potential for further increase in the right hands. We are further advised that the gross profit is in excess of 70%.
Convenience Store with Off Licence in Tyne and Wear
Detached property, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Tyne and Wear. The sales currently averages £12,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 22% approx. Wholesale newsbill £500 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £50 per week approx. PAY POINT with COLLECT PLUS £10 per week approx. PAY ZONE £10 per week approx.
Convenience Store and Off Licence in Scotland
Detached property, unopposed trading position, residential area, Ross-shire. The sales currently averages £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx.
Convenience Store with Post Office in Surrey
Excellent trading position, sought after residential area, SURREY. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 24% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £50,000 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.
Card Shop plus Gifts & Stationers in Kent
Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Kent. The sales currently averages £1,550 p.w. with a Gross profit of 50% approx.
European Supermarket & Off Licence in West Midlands
End of terrace property, unopposed trading position, residential area, West Midlands. The sales currently averages £9,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 48% approx.
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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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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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