POUNDLAND LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
72Fair
vs last year
#2311 in UK
#94 in Creative
#110 in West Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
02495645
Registered Address
Poundland Csc, Midland Road, Walsall, United Kingdom, WS1 3TX
Status
Active
Employee Count
15,820
Turnover
£1,586,100,000
EBITDA
£164,073,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
25 April 1990
Nature of Business
47190 - Other retail sale in non-specialised stores
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing,Lifestyle And Entertainment,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
West Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
30 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:120 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
62%
31-60 Days
25%
After 60 Days
13%
Not Paid Within Terms29%

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: 2025-04-15
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202515 Apr 20253062%25%13%29%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202204 May 20223457%26%17%28%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202127 Apr 20211332%52%16%68%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201917 Oct 2019823%59%18%78%
02 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201830 Oct 20182662%33%4%52%

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

We do not operate standard payment terms. Payment terms and payment methods are agreed by the individual negotiations with each supplier.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

Payment terms are negotiated on an individual basis with each supplier and the type of goods or services purchased. Payment for the majority of our suppliers is via a weekly BAC's payment run. As a result timings of our BAC's payment runs versus the due dates on invoices, some invoices fall as paid late. 56% of invoices are paid within one week of the due date.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

120

Dispute Resolution Process

All disputes relating to the invoice payments should be referred to the accounts payable team (Accounts.payable@poundland.co.uk). Disputes should reference invoice numbers and the values as this will aid the investigation process. The accounts payable team will liaise internally with the relevant department to resolve any outstanding issues around pricing, quantity or delivery and provide progress updates.

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

POUNDLAND LIMITED is a popular discount retailer in the United Kingdom, offering a wide range of products at affordable prices. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Willenhall, West Midlands.

The company's sustainability program is focused on reducing its environmental impact through initiatives such as using renewable energy sources, reducing packaging waste, and promoting recycling. POUNDLAND also partners with various charities to donate unsold products and support local communities.

The company's product range includes household essentials, beauty and health products, food and drinks, and seasonal items. POUNDLAND also offers a variety of own-brand products, including the popular "Poundland Essentials" range.

The key people at POUNDLAND LIMITED include Managing Director Barry Williams and Chairman Andy Bond. The company has over 800 stores across the UK, and customers can also shop online through their website. The registered office address for POUNDLAND LIMITED is Wellmans Road, Willenhall, West Midlands, WV13 2QT.

In addition to their sustainability efforts, POUNDLAND is committed to providing excellent customer service and value for money. With its wide range of products and affordable prices, POUNDLAND has become a go-to destination for budget-conscious shoppers in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£42,771,000
Net Worth
£78,007,000
Total Current Assets
£432,720,000
Total Current Liabilities
£414,283,000

Company Location