As of October 2026 in the Salisbury area (postal area code SP) we track a total of 240 sites, made up of 174 independent sites and 66 franchised sites. Of the 174 independent sites listed, 141 are SMR (service, maintenance and repair) sites and 28 are used car sites and 5 are combined sites.
Ford has the most franchise contracts of any brand in this area. Within the Salisbury area there are a total of 52 brands represented by franchised sites. 53 franchised contracts are owned by 6 groups of which Foray Motor Group is the largest.
Autosites is a powerful ally in any network planning analysis. It is also essential for undertaking competitor intelligence studies, comparing the landscape of franchised dealers against independent garages and their specific activities. Where they exist, social media accounts are included, enabling opportunities to gain insight for research and the competitive context of an area. This is particularly useful for marketing and relationship building.
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| Town | Independents |
|---|---|
| Salisbury | 81 |
| Andover | 41 |
| Shaftesbury | 20 |
| Gillingham | 15 |
| Fordingbridge | 12 |
| Tidworth | 3 |
| Dorset | 1 |
| Amesbury | 1 |