Old Established Village Store in Bury St Edmunds
Occupying a corner location within a parade, excellent trading position, residential area, close to school, BURY ST EDMUNDS, Suffolk. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Wholesale newsbill £550 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £50 per week approx. Opportunities to grow the business and increase turnover,, i.e extending opening hours, grocery home deliveries, National Lottery, parcel services and Post Office.
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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 Suffolk, 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.
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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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