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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.
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.
Highly profitable home improvement company in West Sussex, benefiting from excellent trading positions in a residential, office, and commercial area.
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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This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established plant and machinery hire business with assets including modern plant equipment, valuable intellectual property, and a fleet of motor vehicles.
This construction services business in the Home Counties, South East, boasts a strong turnover and owns valuable assets, including plant, machinery, and intellectual property.
This long-established security contractor in South East England offers an ideal opportunity for a business looking to expand or establish a presence in the region.
Explore the opportunity to acquire a renowned chain of 7 Thai restaurants, strategically located across London and the South East, boasting impressive turnover exceeding £10m.
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This is a unique opportunity to acquire a long-established care and wellbeing home in a desirable area of Hampshire, offering a range of services including residential, nursing, and dementia care.
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Discover a unique opportunity to acquire a thriving adventure and mini golf design company, renowned for its innovative courses and exceptional maintenance services, with construction conveniently outsourced.
Here's a unique opportunity to acquire a recognised fitness brand with ten prime locations in central and west London, offering an enticing variety of wellness and exercise classes tailored to a diverse clientele.
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This unique opportunity involves acquiring a bespoke bicycle maker and online retailer, renowned for its high-quality craftsmanship and exclusive designs.
We are presenting an exciting opportunity to acquire an award-winning web development and digital content business with a strong portfolio of high-profile clients, including globally recognised brands.
This business presents a prime opportunity to acquire a well-established manufacturer and retailer of high-quality furniture and household articles, strategically located in Wembley, London.
This is a rare chance to acquire a long-established, beautifully presented skincare and aesthetics clinic in one of Surrey's most desirable towns. Known for its luxurious environment and personalised treatments, the clinic boasts a strong reputation...
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This is a highly profitable law firm located in South East England with an attractive profit margin and the current owners offering consultancy services post-sale, it presents a unique opportunity for a seamless transition.
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established window cleaning business with a loyal customer base spanning affluent areas in West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire. With over 2,100 active clients, a high retention rate, and a fo...
An exciting opportunity has arisen to acquire a thriving wholesale supplier of fast-moving consumer goods, strategically located in London and serving both domestic and international markets.
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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