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Practical checks before a commercial lease.

Practical guides to the evidence, questions and assumptions behind a commercial lease decision.

Choosing a location

How to Choose a Coffee Shop Location in London

A practical way to compare London locations for a coffee shop, from the people nearby to the questions a viewing cannot answer.

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Choosing a location

A practical way to compare London locations for a coffee shop, from the people nearby to the questions a viewing cannot answer.

Market research

Nearby cafés can be rivals, useful clues or simply different businesses. Here is how to research the difference before you take a lease.

Before the lease

When two London units both look promising, use the same questions and evidence for each before choosing where to take your idea.

Choosing a location

A restaurant site needs to fit its customers, trading hours and operating plan. Here is what to investigate around a London property.

Research notes

A busy pavement can catch your eye, but footfall alone cannot tell you whether a London unit suits your business.

General guidance, not an assessment of a particular property. Articles do not replace professional advice.