SUPERDRUG STORES PLC

PaymentCheck Score 2025
59Fair
1.1vs last year
#3109 in UK
#69 in Healthcare And Wellbeing
#1210 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00807043
Registered Address
51 Sydenham Road, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 2EU
Status
Active
Employee Count
13,430
Turnover
£1,366,924,000
EBITDA
£194,819,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
28 May 1964
Nature of Business
47730 - Dispensing chemist in specialised stores
47750 - Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores
Industries
Healthcare And Wellbeing
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
40 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
23%
31-60 Days
76%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms1%

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: 2025-07-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
29 Dec 2024 - 28 Jun 202525 Jul 20254023%76%1%1%
30 Jun 2024 - 28 Dec 202422 Jan 20253927%69%4%11%
31 Dec 2023 - 29 Jun 202423 Jul 20244121%77%2%2%
01 Jan 2023 - 01 Jul 202327 Jul 20234021%76%2%2%
02 Jan 2022 - 02 Jul 202229 Jul 20224120%79%1%3%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202128 Jan 20224118%81%1%2%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202123 Jul 20213920%79%1%2%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20214119%80%1%3%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202028 Jul 20204118%80%2%3%
30 Dec 2018 - 29 Jun 201926 Jul 20194120%79%2%4%
30 Jun 2018 - 29 Dec 201828 Jan 20194120%78%2%4%
31 Dec 2017 - 29 Jun 201823 Jul 20184213%86%1%2%

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

End of Following Month

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

Purchase orders contain contact details for the relevant department. managed in accordance with our internal processes and dealt with as soon as possible.

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

Superdrug Stores PLC is a leading health and beauty retailer in the United Kingdom. They have over 800 stores nationwide and offer a wide range of products and services.

Their sustainability program is focused on reducing their environmental impact and promoting ethical and responsible practices. They have implemented initiatives such as using renewable energy, reducing plastic packaging, and promoting sustainable sourcing of products. They also have a recycling scheme for customers to bring back empty beauty and personal care products.

Superdrug offers a variety of products including cosmetics, skincare, healthcare, and personal care items. They also have a pharmacy service and offer online doctor consultations for minor health issues. In addition, they have a range of own-brand products that are cruelty-free and vegan.

The key people at Superdrug Stores PLC include Peter Macnab, the Managing Director, and Jo Mackie, the Commercial Director. They are supported by a team of experienced executives and managers.

For more information, customers can visit their website at www.superdrug.com. The registered office address is AS Watson (Health & Beauty UK) Limited, Watson House, 69 Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UZ. Overall, Superdrug Stores PLC is committed to providing quality products and services while also promoting sustainability and ethical practices.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£173,771,000
Net Worth
£210,245,000
Total Current Assets
£600,949,000
Total Current Liabilities
£485,432,000

Company Location