Off Licences For Sale in South West

South West England offers a strong mix of coastal towns, rural communities, and vibrant commercial centres. Areas such as Bristol, Bath, Exeter, and Plymouth attract steady footfall from residents and visitors. Buyers benefit from a region known for tourism, growth, and opportunities across retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes South West an attractive location for buyers seeking off licences for sale, supported by strong year‑round trade.

7 Off Licences For Sale in South West


Convenience Store with Post Office in Cornwall

Asking Price: £520,000 Turnover: £2,000 Post Office: £77,000

Occupying a prominent corner position, excellent main road trading position, residential area, Cornwall. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £77,000 p.a. approx. N.B. The Post Office includes the operation of an 'outreach office' serving 8 locations, with a total time commitment of 15 hours per week.

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Convenience Store with Post Office in Cornwall

Asking Price: £100,000 Turnover: £2,000 Post Office: £77,000

Occupying a prominent corner position, excellent main road trading position, residential area, Cornwall. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £77,000 p.a. approx. N.B. The Post Office includes the operation of an 'outreach office' serving 8 locations, with a total time commitment of 15 hours per week.

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Family Run Convenience Store with Off Licence in Woolacombe

Asking Price: £185,000 Turnover: £13,500

Occupying a corner position, busy road, residential area, ILFRACOMBE, N DEVON COASTAL TOWN. The sales currently averages £13,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 19% approx. We are advised the accounts for year ended 31st March 2024 showed sales of £648,918 with a gross profit of £123,116 (18.97%) WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY ZONE £10 per week approx.

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Convenience Store and Post Office in Cornwall

Asking Price: £115,000 Turnover: £8,000 Post Office: £15,000

Detached property, main road trading position, residential area, Cornwall. The sales currently averages £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 20% approx. Wholesale newsbill £400 p.w. POST OFFICE income in the region of £15,000 p.a. approx.

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Convenience Store with Post Office and HMO in Somerset

Asking Price: £375,000 Turnover: £1,500 Post Office: £135,000

Situated in a parade, commanding main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOMERSET. Sales of the retail business when trading, we are advised, were £11,000 pw. Presently the Post Office income is £135,000 pa, with additional cards and stationery sales of £1,500 pw. (80% gross profit) The photobooth provides an additional income of £1,600 pcm We are advised with the rental income received, commissions and Post Office income, projected income from the re-established supermarket the NET PROFIT IS FORECAST TO BE £250,000 p.a.

LeaseholdAccommodation Included

Convenience Store plus Post Office in Somerset

Asking Price: £225,000 Turnover: £1,500 Post Office: £135,000

Situated in a parade, commanding main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOMERSET. Sales of the retail business when trading, we are advised, were £11,000 pw. Presently the Post Office income is £135,000 pa, with additional cards and stationery sales of £1,500 pw. (80% gp.)

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Why Buy an Off Licence?

The independent local Off Licences is growing in popularity; often prices are cheaper than large supermarkets for wines and spirits, you do not have to wait to be served and can grab what you want on the way home.

All Off Licences will already have a premises licence but you will have to obtain a personal licence in order to be able to sell alcohol, this is dealt with via the local council, remember if you or any of your staff sell alcohol to anyone under 18, you will lose your licence, this could be permanently or for a set period in time.

The major plus point is that most of your customers are from 6pm – 10pm, you are selling a product making stock control easy, the EPOS till will also help with the monitoring of stock and staff.

Explore Off Licences for sale across South West, including convenience stores, CTNs, specialist alcohol retailers, and mixed grocery‑and‑off‑licence businesses. Many listings offer clear opportunities to expand product ranges, extend trading hours, or grow local reach, giving buyers room to develop the business and increase revenue.


Testimonial

I bought my Off Licence through Nationwide and was impressed with how quickly they matched me with the right business. After adding new lines and improving the layout, turnover has grown far more than I expected. A smooth, well‑managed experience throughout.
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FAQ

1. What does an Off Licence typically sell?
Off Licences specialise in alcohol for consumption off the premises, alongside convenience goods, tobacco, soft drinks, snacks, and household essentials, as described in the business overview.

2. How profitable are Off Licences?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £5,000 to £20,000, with gross profit margins of 18–25% on alcohol, 5–10% on tobacco, and 25–35% on convenience goods, according to the financial benchmarks.

3. Who are the main customers for Off Licences?
Customers include local residents, commuters, late‑night shoppers, and regular repeat buyers who rely on the shop for alcohol, snacks, and convenience items.

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