SELCO TRADE CENTRES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
55Fair
1.4vs last year
#3397 in UK
#114 in Commerce Models
#185 in West Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
02182671
Registered Address
First Floor, Boundary House, 2 Wythall Green Way, Wythall, Birmingham, B47 6LW
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,742
Turnover
£566,587,000
EBITDA
£53,059,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
23 October 1987
Nature of Business
46900 - Non-specialised wholesale trade
Industries
Commerce Models, Property, Infrastructure And Construction, Property-related Goods And Services, Raw Materials And Intermediate Goods, Supply Chain, Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
West Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
24%
31-60 Days
63%
After 60 Days
13%
Not Paid Within Terms11%

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: 2025-07-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202528 Jul 20254324%63%13%11%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202405 Feb 20254226%62%12%12%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202429 Jul 20244129%58%13%16%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202324 Jul 20234132%52%15%25%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20224327%57%16%22%
01 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 20214527%51%22%26%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202029 Jul 20205121%50%29%22%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20204723%55%22%13%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20194723%54%23%15%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20194922%53%25%20%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 20184824%52%24%19%

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

Standard payment terms are the supplier payment terms. Selco do not impose their own payment terms with suppliers. However, majority of stock suppliers are paid at the end of the month following the transaction. Other contracts will be payable immediately or within 7 days, in line with the suppliers standard terms. Also, there are a few supplier with 90 day payment terms

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

"For Goods for Resale invoices, disputes are raised with the supplier within 48 hours of receiving the goods. If a copy of Delivery Note is required, this will be requested from the supplier. If there is a dispute regarding quality, these will be raised with the supplier and will be dealt with on an individual basis. For suppliers that use the distribution Centre, our partner (Unipart) also raises discrepancies with the supplier Payment continues to be made on invoices not in dispute, and only disputed invoices will be excluded from payment runs."

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

SELCO Trade Centres Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in the sale and distribution of building materials, hardware, and other related products. The company was founded in 1984 and has since then established itself as a leading supplier in the construction industry.

One of the key focuses of SELCO Trade Centres Limited is sustainability. The company has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using renewable energy sources, promoting recycling, and reducing waste. They also offer sustainable and eco-friendly products, such as energy-efficient building materials, to their customers.

The company prides itself on its wide range of products, which includes everything from timber and sheet materials to plumbing and electrical supplies. They also provide a range of services, such as cutting and machining services, to meet the specific needs of their customers.

The key people behind SELCO Trade Centres Limited include founder and chairman, Charles Crossland, and managing director, Howard Luft. They have a team of experienced and knowledgeable staff who are committed to providing excellent customer service.

SELCO Trade Centres Limited has multiple trade centres located throughout the UK, making their products and services easily accessible to their customers. They also have an online store where customers can browse and purchase products from the comfort of their own homes.

The registered office address of SELCO Trade Centres Limited is in Watford, Hertfordshire. Their website, www.selcobw.com, provides more information about their products, services, and sustainability efforts. Overall, SELCO Trade Centres Limited is a reputable and sustainable company that continues to serve the construction industry with high-quality products and services.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£14,841,000
Net Worth
£98,324,000
Total Current Assets
£156,540,000
Total Current Liabilities
£182,165,000

Company Location