IT, High-Tech & Online Franchise opportunities to start in Southampton
Opening a franchise business in Southampton
Located in the South East of England, Southampton is an area with business opportunities on the rise. If working as your own boss with a team behind you sounds appealing, take a look at our franchising options in Southampton and take the first step towards running your own business. Explore our different franchising opportunities to discover the sectors and brands that most appeal to you.
Approximately 253,000 people currently live in Southampton. The 20-39 age group makes up the majority of the population. Unemployment affects 4% of the UK population. With a rate of 5.7%, unemployment in this area is slightly higher than the national average. The labour force amounts to 138,000 people, representing 79.5% of the population. The gross annual income in Southampton amounts to £26,049, which is slightly lower than the national average of just over £30,500.
Why IT businesses appeal to franchisees
In the UK, there are 25 franchises recruiting in the IT sector. You will find three Video Game franchises, seven Online & Internet franchises, three Game franchises, five Computer franchises and two Mobile Phone franchises offering the opportunity to invest. Have a look at our available brands to find a potential match.
Three brands worth your attention
If you are interested in opening a business in the IT sector, read about Jam Coding. There are one outlet open so far, and the network is expanding. Starting a Jam Coding franchise will require you to invest a minimum of £19,950. At least £4,000 of this should come from your own personal investment. These low startup costs make this a good franchising option for first-time franchisees. If you can't cover the startup costs on your own, you could see if you qualify for financial aid.
Check out Families Magazine. Launched in 1992, the brand is now mature and a leader within the sector, having developed its franchise community for 28 years. This brand is growing, counting 35 locations across the UK. To start your own Families Magazine business, you will need an initial investment of £12,500. These relatively low startup costs make it a good option to pursue for first-time franchisees. You could also receive financial assistance, if eligible. Visit our website for details.
Finally, another option to consider is GoCruise. The brand is expanding, with 100 locations currently in operation, and a desire to expand further.
If you are interested in the IT sector and would like to know more about its available franchising options, look into the 25 companies currently recruiting franchisees in the sector. If you're still torn between different sectors, no problem! Point Franchise offers 236 franchising opportunities across a variety of sectors. Enjoy exploring your options.
This text was automatically generated in partnership with LabSense, using data provided by NOMIS and the ONS.
