As of January 2025 In the Colchester area (postal area code CO), there is a site total of 365, made up of 260 independent sites and 105 franchised sites. Of the 260 independent sites listed, 171 are SMR (service, maintenance and repair) sites and 80 are used car sites and 9 are combined sites.
Vauxhall has the most franchise contracts of any brand in this area. Within the Colchester area there are a total of 76 brands represented by franchised sites. 81 franchised contracts are owned by 6 groups of which Underwoods is the largest.
Autosites is a powerful ally in any network planning analysis. It is also essential for undertaking competitor intelligence studies, comparing the landscape of franchised dealers against independent garages and their specific activities. Where they exist, social media accounts are included, enabling opportunities to gain insight for research and the competitive context of an area. This is particularly useful for marketing and relationship building.
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| Town | Independents |
|---|---|
| Colchester | 129 |
| Clacton on Sea | 40 |
| Sudbury | 32 |
| Halstead | 20 |
| Manningtree | 10 |
| Harwich | 6 |
| Frinton on Sea | 5 |
| Walton on the Naze | 4 |
| Essex | 3 |
| + 9 more towns | 11 |