We’re looking for individuals with: Entrepreneurial Mindset. Passion for local business growth. Sales & Marketing Acumen. Ability to onboard restaurants and promote your marketplace. Networking & Relationship Building. Engaging with local businesses and communities. Commitment to Success. Willingness to grow and scale operations.

Join City Express in 3 points

Affordable Investment: Low startup costs compared to traditional franchises. 💷 Scalable Revenue Potential: Earn from every order processed through your local platform. 📈 Comprehensive Support: Full UK-based training, marketing strategy, and tech support. 🇬🇧

City Express

Local Delivery Apps

Financial Plan

Deposit

The amount you need to secure the necessary loans.

£4,000

Total investment

Total amount required to open the franchise, including entry fees (£6,000)

£10,000

Average annual turnover

Average annual revenue

£80,000

The Concept

Year of creation: 2018
Locations: 100
Average age of franchisees: 35

City Express ,
Run your own local food delivery app

City Express offers a low-investment, high-return business model with intuitive technology and full operator support. Bring local restaurants and shops onto the app, let customers order directly, and earn commission on every order—while offering better rates and personalized support than national platforms.

Our app helps users discover and order from local eateries and shops, giving businesses a wider audience and a competitive edge online. By charging lower fees than big platforms, City Express strengthens the local food scene and community connections.

Powered by our UK-based Redbox software, the platform ensures a seamless ordering experience. A local approach allows targeted marketing, builds customer loyalty, and creates a thriving local economy—without operators worrying about the tech.

Delivery person preparing food on their bicycle.

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Keep it local. Keep it fair. Choose City Express.

Main Questions

The UK food-delivery sector remains one of the strongest in Europe. The market is valued at £14.3bn in 2025, with forecasts showing continued growth as delivery becomes an entrenched consumer habit. Demand remains resilient even in a cost-of-living environment, driven by convenience, at-home dining trends, and the rise of mobile ordering.

Over 30% of UK consumers now order delivery at least once a week, and younger demographics rely on delivery as a primary way of accessing takeaway food. At the same time, restaurants are increasingly squeezed by major aggregators charging 25–35% commission, prompting a rapid shift toward lower-cost, local marketplace alternatives.

We’re looking for individuals with:

Entrepreneurial Mindset. Passion for local business growth.
Sales & Marketing Acumen. Ability to onboard restaurants and promote your marketplace.
Networking & Relationship Building. Engaging with local businesses and communities.
Commitment to Success. Willingness to grow and scale operations.

Affordable Investment: Low startup costs compared to traditional franchises. 💷
Scalable Revenue Potential: Earn from every order processed through your local platform. 📈
Comprehensive Support: Full UK-based training, marketing strategy, and tech support. 🇬🇧