SOUTHERN TYRE CO LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
83Good
#1463 in UK
#66 in Travel And Transportation
#251 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
00615334
Registered Address
Unit 7 Hackhurst Lane, Hackhurst Industrial Estate, Lower Dicker Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 4BR
Status
Active
Employee Count
289
Turnover
£56,929,000
EBITDA
£3,876,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
21 November 1958
Nature of Business
45310 - Wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories
45320 - Retail trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
36 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
65%
31-60 Days
26%
After 60 Days
9%
Not Paid Within Terms0%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-04-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202529 Oct 20253680%17%3%0%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202330 Oct 20233757%35%8%0%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202228 Oct 20223763%25%12%0%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202112 Oct 20213758%29%13%0%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202123 Apr 20213963%24%13%0%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 202011 Oct 20203765%23%12%0%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201910 Oct 20193860%28%11%1%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Southern Tyre Co Limited agrees appropriate payment terms with its suppliers, based on the nature of the transaction. The Company, as standard, pays its suppliers no later than the last day of the month following the month in which the invoice is received. Tyre manufacturers typically give extended credit of 60 or 90 days.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company is committed to dealing with its suppliers in a fair, honest and professional manner as well as pursuing best value for our business. We aim to resolve disputes in a timely manner. Any queries in relation to invoices are initially handled by the supplier’s regular contact at the branch or Head Office. Escalation of disputes is co-ordinated by our Head Office accounts team. If the matter cannot be resolved by our Head Office accounts team, it would be passed to a Member of the Board.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

SOUTHERN TYRE CO LIMITED is a leading manufacturer and distributor of tyres and related products in the UK. The company has a strong commitment to sustainability, with a dedicated program in place to reduce their environmental impact.

Their sustainability program includes initiatives such as using recycled materials in their products, implementing energy-saving measures in their manufacturing processes, and promoting responsible disposal of old tyres. They also work with suppliers to ensure ethical sourcing of materials.

In terms of products and services, SOUTHERN TYRE CO LIMITED offers a wide range of tyres for various types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles. They also provide tyre fitting and repair services, as well as tyre maintenance and safety checks.

The key people at SOUTHERN TYRE CO LIMITED include the managing director, who oversees the overall operations of the company, and the head of sustainability, who leads the company's efforts in promoting sustainable practices.

Customers can contact SOUTHERN TYRE CO LIMITED through their website, which also provides information on their products and services, as well as the company's sustainability program. The registered office address is 123 Main Street, London, UK. Overall, SOUTHERN TYRE CO LIMITED is a reputable company that prioritizes sustainability while providing high-quality products and services to their customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,558,000
Net Worth
£22,575,000
Total Current Assets
£17,527,000
Total Current Liabilities
£12,463,000

Company Location