Retail Businesses For Sale in Greater London

Greater London offers unmatched commercial diversity, dense footfall, and strong demand across every sector. Areas such as Croydon, Harrow, Bromley, and Enfield serve large local communities and commuter populations. Buyers benefit from a region known for connectivity, regeneration, and wide‑ranging opportunities in retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes Greater London an attractive location for buyers seeking retail businesses for sale, supported by a mix of residents, commuters, and tourists.

143 Retail Businesses For Sale in Greater London


Staff Run Convenience Store in Surrey

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Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, near SURREY. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND that in addition to the turnover the business also enjoys a commission of: NATIONAL LOTTERY £50 per week approx. PARCEL SERVICES £150 per week approx.

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Coffee Shop plus Bakery in South London

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Asking Price: £12,500 Turnover: £1,250

Situated in a parade, main road trading postion, densely populated residential & commercial area SW LONDON. The sales WHEN TRADING averages £1,250 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO PORTALS)

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Supermarket & Butchers in Ilford

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Asking Price: £150,000 Turnover: £8,500

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, ILFORD, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £7,000 -£10,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 35% approx.

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Specialist International Grocers in Essex

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Asking Price: £450,000 Turnover: £27,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Essex. The sales currently averages £25,000 p.w. - £30,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 31.5% approx.

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Delicatessen and Cafe in South London

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Asking Price: £49,995 Turnover: £3,500

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential area not far from Hammersmith Bridge, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 70% approx.

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Supermarket with Delicatessen in Kent

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Asking Price: £187,500 Turnover: £14,000

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, residential area, on the SURREY/KENT BORDERS. The sales currently averages £14,000 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: EVRI PARCEL £700 per month approx. PAY ZONE £150 per month approx.

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Old Established Florist in Middlesex

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Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £5,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Middx. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 61% 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 Greater London, 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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