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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 rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable law practice in Hampshire, with a diverse portfolio emphasising crime, matrimonial, and personal injury work.
This is a terrific opportunity to take over an established and high-revenue yielding law practice in central London, with a diverse portfolio emphasising matrimonial and residential conveyancing.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable pizza restaurant located in a sought-after suburb of Newcastle.
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This well-established company offers a rare opportunity to acquire a leading residential property management business with over 20 years of experience and an excellent reputation in the South East.
This thriving private practice, with its solid 40-year presence, is situated in an affluent home counties village and operates from well-invested, converted residential premises.
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An established and newly discounted catering and retail butchers in Southend-On-Sea is now available, offering a unique opportunity for those looking to enter or expand in the food industry.
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This profitable IFA practice in Greater North London boasts steady growth and a robust client base, presenting a promising opportunity for expansion.
This profitable security business in West Sussex boasts a robust recurring income stream, making it an attractive opportunity for potential buyers.
This highly reputable residential care home is situated in a beautiful and sought-after location on the Isle of Wight, offering capacity amidst rapidly growing local demand.
This London-based SaaS company offers an impressive recurring revenue model and serves a distinguished blue-chip EU client base, bolstered by its patented AI algorithms.
A well-established IFA practice in the heart of London is available for acquisition, offering a solid client base and a reputation for excellent financial services.
This well-established Berkshire-based practice offers an attractive opportunity with its strong focus on compliance and existing portfolio of quality clients.
This well-established London practice, with over 35 years of reputable service, offers a strong client base predominantly consisting of limited companies and a skilled team that drives continuous growth.
This well-established translation business offers a unique opportunity to tap into the global IT and tech sectors with its reputation for quality and personalised service.
Opportunity to acquire a well-established business specialising in premium kitchens and bathrooms, situated in the desirable location of Cheam, Surrey.
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Opportunity to acquire a thriving dental practice located in the heart of London, offering significant potential for growth and expansion.
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This well-established private dental practice offers an excellent opportunity in a fabulous location with ample parking and scope for expansion.
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This well-established car garage in Middlesex offers a prime main road location with a spacious 5,000 sq ft double-fronted premises, complete with an MOT bay, multiple ramps, and a spray area.
Discover an impressive Turkish restaurant located in a lively Kent area with excellent High Street trading potential and fantastic transport links.
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This licensed steakhouse in Surrey boasts an excellent main road location and is close to a train station, making it a prime spot for attracting a steady flow of customers from the lively surrounding area.
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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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