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The South East remains the third largest region of the UK, covering the counties of Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, East Sussex, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, and Berkshire. It continues to be home to the UK's two busiest airports: Heathrow and Gatwick. With its strategic location and close links to both London and mainland Europe, South East England maintains its position as the UK's second-largest regional economy after the capital city.
In 2024, the South East's economy has diversified further, with new growth sectors emerging alongside traditional strengths. The region's Gross Value Added (GVA) was estimated at £101.6 billion in 2023, accounting for 5% of the UK total. Key sectors now include life sciences, net zero technologies, digital creative industries, advanced manufacturing, food tech, modular construction, and agritech. The business landscape in the South East remains robust, with 1,351,756 companies registered in the region as of October 2024, representing 12.5% of all companies in the UK[5]. The most prominent business activities are Science (16.5%), Wholesale and Retail (11.6%), and ICT (10.8%). The IT sector is showing signs of recovery after previous declines. The region continues to be an attractive location for businesses, with Surrey ranking as the best area for business in the UK for 2024. The South East's workforce remains highly educated, with areas like Surrey boasting 53.3% of the population holding NVQ4+ qualifications.In 2024, the South East of England has experienced a dynamic year in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), marked by a notable increase in deal values despite a decline in volume. The region saw a total of 739 deals announced year-to-date, representing a decrease of nearly 21% compared to the previous year. However, the total deal value soared to £26.2 billion, up from £9 billion in the same period last year.
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a charming restaurant accompanied by a three-bedroom flat and ample parking space, all within a detached property in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire.
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Charming restaurant available for sale in the picturesque village of Hartley Wintney, offering a unique opportunity to own a thriving culinary business in a sought-after location.
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Unique opportunity to acquire a thriving garden centre and nursery that includes a charming tea room in Essex, perfectly suited for an enterprising individual or couple looking to embrace a fulfilling lifestyle venture.
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This UK-based business is a leader in saunas and cold therapy, uniquely positioned at the crossroads of recovery, performance, and lifestyle enhancements.
Opportunity to acquire a reputable law firm in East Sussex with well-established ongoing agreements in place.
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a debt-free legal practice located in London. The company's current work types are diversified across various sectors.
Boasting 3 surgeries but with the potential for at least 2 more within the current premises this practice can handle any future growth easily.
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Discover a highly profitable IFA opportunity in Surrey, catering to a select group of high net worth clients with just over 100 households.
Located in a growing town, this sale comes to the market with a view to finding a modern firm that embraces technology to take over current client clientele. Strong lead generation akin to 5 per week with a 90%+ conversion rate demonstrating the grow...
A supermarket in an excellent corner High Street location in a bustling residential, office, and commercial area of Middlesex presents a promising investment opportunity.
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Opportunity to acquire a well-established supermarket and butchers in a prime parade location, ideally positioned on a busy main road within a thriving residential and commercial area in Ilford.
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Highly profitable home improvement company in West Sussex, benefiting from excellent trading positions in a residential, office, and commercial area.
A spacious restaurant with a live music licence is available, prominently located in a bustling area of Surrey, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking a vibrant hospitality venture.
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This is an exciting opportunity to acquire a restaurant and cocktail bar in a bustling part of Kent, benefiting from a prime location in a residential, office, and commercial area.
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Discover a prime greengrocer opportunity with an exceptional high street location, catering to a mix of residential, office, and commercial traffic.
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An exciting investment opportunity is available at a wholesale cash & carry located in a prime position within an industrial estate in Surrey, Croydon.
A well-established butcher shop located in a prime spot within a bustling parade in Middlesex, surrounded by residential, office, and commercial properties, presents a lucrative opportunity for investment.
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An immaculate licensed restaurant located in a prominent parade within a bustling residential, office, and commercial area in Berkshire presents an enticing opportunity for investors.
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This restaurant and takeaway, located in a prime position in West London, offers an excellent opportunity for potential buyers looking to capitalise on vibrant foot traffic from nearby football club events and a mix of residential, office, and commer...
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This well-established grill restaurant and takeaway offers a prime main road location in Surrey, attracting patrons from nearby residential areas, offices, and commerce.
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Buy a company out of administration, at lower than market-valued prices. Enquire about assets that may be a result of a business falling into distress.
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