Food Franchise opportunities to start in Oxford
Thinking about living and working in Oxford?
If you want to open a business in Oxford, working for yourself but not on your own, then check out our franchising opportunities in the South East of England. On this page, you will find a range of brands to choose from for becoming a franchisee in the Oxford area and across the UK. We offer a number of franchises to suit a variety of budgets and career goals. Take a look at our selection of brands and sectors to see what might suit you.
According to recent census data, 154,000 people live in Oxford. The 20-39 age group has the highest concentration within the population. The area's average gross annual income of £28,983 is slightly lower than the average income of just over £30,500 across the United Kingdom.
Why the Food industry appeals to franchisees
In the United Kingdom, there are 136 franchises recruiting in the Food industry. This sector offers a variety of interesting options, including five Tea franchises, five Chocolate franchises, three Smoothie franchises, six Milkshake franchises and 14 Drinks franchises. See if any catch your eye. The Hospitality and Food Services industry provides work for many people. In Oxford, businesses currently employ 8,000 people in the industry.
Check out three available franchise options
If you'd like to run your own Food business, LighterLife could be a great option for you. In operation since 1992, LighterLife now has over 28 years of experience under its belt. There are 50 outlets open so far, and the network is expanding. An initial investment of £1,000 will allow you to start your own LighterLife business. These relatively low startup costs make it a good option to pursue for first-time franchisees.
Take a look at Wiltshire Farm Foods, another attractive Food franchise. The brand is developing, with 80 locations currently in operation, and a desire to expand further. If you can't afford the startup costs on your own, you may be eligible for financial assistance.
Lastly, another brand worth considering is Heavenly Desserts. By joining its current 21 franchisees, you would be joining a growing brand network. Starting a Heavenly Desserts business requires a significant initial investment of £190,000. If you plan on getting a loan to cover the startup costs, Heavenly Desserts asks for a personal investment of at least £110,000. For most franchises, this amount represents 30 to 50% of the total investment. Given these higher startup costs, this is an opportunity best suited for most established franchisees with greater access to financial resources. An investment in this franchise entitles you to financial aid, if eligible. See our website for details.
The Food sector currently offers 136 franchising options. If you're interested in exploring investment options in other sectors, we've got a total of close to 250 franchising opportunities to choose from on Point Franchise.
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