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Ellesmere Port could be home to your new business

The Cheshire West and Chester area offers many interesting business opportunities. If you like the idea of running your own business, you should consider franchising. This would allow you to work for yourself while receiving the support of an established brand. Have a look on this page to discover the franchise options available to you in Ellesmere Port. We offer a number of realistic new business investment opportunities, so that you can find one you like.

Recent figures show that 341,000 people live in Cheshire West and Chester. The most prevalent age range in the population is over 60 years old. In terms of employment, the area has a labour force of 160,000 people (78.6%), of which the unemployment rate is 2.1%. This figure is significantly lower than the average unemployment rate in the UK. Across the UK, the average gross income is close to ?31,000. In the Cheshire West and Chester area, it amounts to ?30,557.

Why the Retail industry appeals to franchisees

There are 61 franchises in the Retail industry to choose from. You can choose an investment opportunity from two Cosmetic franchises, four Tool franchises, three E Cigarette franchises, four Printing franchises and three Craft franchises. Let our selection of brands be your guide to starting your next exciting business venture. Many businesses in Cheshire West and Chester already operate in the Retail industry, which employs 22,000 people. You would be joining a well-established business community.

Three franchise business examples

If you're interested in the Retail industry, take a look at Mac Tools. The brand has a well-established network and good exposure, operating in 170 franchise outlets. It has been running since 2011. This business opportunity requires an affordable initial investment of ?50,000. You could get a loan to help cover startup costs, in which case your personal investment will usually need to cover 30 to 50% of the total investment. Mac Tools asks for a minimum personal investment of ?5,000. These relatively low startup costs make it a good option to pursue for first-time franchisees. Financial aid can be given in some circumstances.

Another option to consider is Signorini TARTUFI. By joining its current 31 franchisees, you would become a part of a growing brand network. Opening a Signorini TARTUFI franchise will require you to invest a minimum of ?90,000. At least ?30,000 of this should come from your own personal investment. The higher startup costs make this an opportunity best suited for most established franchisees with greater access to financial resources. You will also need to invest in a small premises to operate this business. You may qualify for financial assistance.

Lastly, The London Vape Company is another successful brand that has been operating in the Retail industry since 2014. The brand is developing quickly, with five locations currently in operation, and a desire to expand further. You will need an initial investment of ?60,000 to start your own London Vape Company business. Your personal investment should account for at least ?30,000 of the total amount. You may want to think about getting a loan to start a business in this sector. Due to the higher startup costs, this option is not advisable for first-time franchisees. A small premises will also be required to operate this business. If you can't cover the startup costs on your own, you may be eligible for financial aid. See eligibility details on our website.

If you would like to learn more about franchise opportunities in the Retail industry, have a look through our 61 available options. Point Franchise currently has a total of almost 250 brands recruiting franchisees across a variety of sectors. Have a browse to see which other sectors you might want to invest in.