Retail Businesses For Sale in East Sussex

East Sussex offers a strong mix of coastal tourism, historic towns, and reliable commercial demand. Areas such as Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, and Lewes attract steady footfall and diverse customer bases. Buyers benefit from a county known for hospitality strength, culture, and opportunities across retail, services, and leisure.

This makes East Sussex an attractive location for buyers seeking retail businesses for sale, supported by strong year‑round trade.

13 Retail Businesses For Sale in East Sussex


Main Post Office and Quality Off Licence in East Sussex

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Asking Price: £245,000 Turnover: £7,000 Post Office: £105,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, East Sussex. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £105,000 p.a. approx. (including VAT)

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Beauty Salon in East Sussex

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Asking Price: £85,000 Turnover: £3,200

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, EAST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £3,200 p.w.

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Convenience Store plus Off Licence and Post Office in East Sussex

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Asking Price: £85,000 Turnover: £3,250 Post Office: £36,000

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, EAST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £3,000 - £3,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% - 30% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £36,000 p.a. approx. Wholesale newsbill £60 p.w.

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Supermarket and Indian Takeaway in St Leonards-on-Sea

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Asking Price: £100,000 Turnover: £8,000

Situated in a parade, busy road, residential area, ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA, EAST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Wholesale newsbill £180 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: PAY POINT £15 per week approx.

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Discount Store in Crowborough

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Asking Price: £12,000 Turnover: £2,700

Situated in a Parade, prominent trading position, residential area, CROWBOROUGH, East Sussex. The sales currently averages £2,700 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx.

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Village Store and Post Office in East Sussex

Asking Price: £189,500 Turnover: £7,250 Post Office: £32,000

Situated in a country town, EAST KENT/SUSSEX BORDERS. The sales currently averages £7,250 p.w. with a Gross profit of 28% approx. POST OFFICE income in the region of £32,000 p.a. approx. Wholesale newsbill £300 p.w.

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Turkish Convenience Store in Eastbourne

Asking Price: £22,000 Turnover: £2,250

Situated in a parade of shops, close to town centre, EASTBOURNE, EAST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £2,000 - £2,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 35% approx.

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Old Established Convenience Store in East Sussex

Asking Price: £75,000 Turnover: £5,500

Excellent trading position, just of the sea front EAST SUSSEX. The sales currently averages £5,000 - £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 25% approx. Wholesale newsbill £200 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY awaiting installation PAY POINT £20 per week approx.

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Old Established Florist in East Sussex

Asking Price: £215,000 Turnover: £12,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, East Sussex. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 70% approx. Christmas tree sales on average 500-600 units which could be easily increased with active marketing. As an OPTIONAL EXTRA the vendor operates remotely a relay business servicing the requirements of a number of corporate customers generating sales of £250,000 p.a. with a Gross Profit of 25% approx.

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Why Buy a Shop?

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.

Explore Retail Businesses for sale across East Sussex, 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.


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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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