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.

271 Retail Businesses For Sale in the UK


Convenience Store and Off Licence in Middlesex

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Asking Price: £135,000 Turnover: £6,500

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, MIDDLESEX. The sales currently averages £6,000 - £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% - 30% approx. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £100 per week approx. PAY POINT PLUS £70 per week approx. EVERY £100 per week approx.

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Convenience Store, General Store, Off Licence and Supermarket in Nottinghamshire

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Asking Price: £220,000 Turnover: £8,500

Modern property, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Low-energy homes development due to open, Close to night club, Approxiamtely 350 students occupy the flats above, with over 850 additional student rooms within 50 metres Close to Arena, restaurants, shisha lounge, market and a bus depot, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. The sales currently averages £8,500 p.w., increasing, with a Gross profit of 28% approx.

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Pet Shop in Alnwick

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Asking Price: £55,000 Turnover: £5,000

Situated in a Industrial Estate, excellent trading position, office and commercial area, ALNWICK, Northumberland. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 24% approx.

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Old Established Convenience Store in Epsom

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Asking Price: £400,000 Turnover: £5,250

End of terrace, sought after residential area, EPSOM, SURREY. The sales currently averages £5,250 p.w. - £5,500 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: NATIONAL LOTTERY £70 per week approx. UPS PARCEL £25 per week approx.

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Convenience Store with Off Licence in Dorset

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Asking Price: £180,000 Turnover: £11,500

Occupying a corner position, excellent main road trading position, close to 2 schools, residential and commercial area, Dorset. The sales currently averages £10,000 p.w. - £13,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35 - 40 % approx. Additional incomes received - InPost: £1,700 per year approx. - DPD: £1,200 per year approx. - Evri: £960 per year approx. - Cigarette and vape advertising boards: £3,000 per year approx. - Storage space at the rear of the property: £600 per month (£7,200 per year) approx. - Large advertising board on the front of the building: approximately £5,000–£6,000 per year approx.

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Portuguese Restaurant and Delicatessen in Surrey

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Asking Price: £185,000 Turnover: £9,500

Situated in a parade, residential area, close to local schools, SURREY. The sales currently averages £9,500 p.w. GP 25%. We are advised the accounts for year ending July 2025 shows sales of £437,614, with a GP of £111,274

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Party & Gift Shop in Buckinghamshire

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Asking Price: £30,000 Turnover: £2,000

Sought after residential area, SOUTH BUCKS. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £2,000 p.w. in our opinion offering tremendous potential for development in the right hands especially with the introduction of fireworks (subject to Local Authority and landlord's consent). We are further advised the gross profit is in the region of 60%.

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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.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK shops since 1959, and our long‑standing experience means we understand exactly what buyers look for and what sellers need to achieve the best price. All valuations are free, and we operate on a No Sale, No Fee basis with no advertising charges.


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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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