Benton Bros (Transport) Limited
00617372
Some Concerns
- Loss before tax (-10)
- Current liabilities exceed current assets (-10)
- Going concern doubt noted in accounts (-10)
Details
Compliance
Last accounts
31/01/2025
medium
Next accounts due
31/10/2026
Confirmation statement
Last: 14/10/2025
Due 28/10/2026
Industry
Officers
Emma Benton
secretary · Since 01/01/2017
Emma Benton
director · Since 22/11/2016
British
Martin John Benton
director · Since 11/11/1996
British
Former
Barry Appleyard
secretary · Resigned 31/12/2016
Edward Victor Benton
secretary · Resigned 08/02/2001
Joanne Maxine Hutson
secretary · Resigned 23/06/2006
Andrew Bates
director · Resigned 30/06/2025
Edward Victor Benton
director · Resigned 08/02/2001
George Alexander Benton
director · Resigned 24/08/2004
Jean Benton
director · Resigned 28/06/2006
Jean Benton
director · Resigned 11/11/1996
Stephen William Benton
director · Resigned 23/06/2006
Thelma Jean Benton
director · Resigned 21/07/1995
William Henry Benton
director · Resigned 26/09/1998
Joanne Maxine Hutson
director · Resigned 23/06/2006
Jonathan Lilley
director · Resigned 30/06/2025
Lee Roper
director · Resigned 30/06/2025
CompanyRankvs 77550+ SIC 49410 peers66
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How is this score calculated?
Net worth compared to all companies in the same SIC code with published accounts. Top quartile earns the full 25 points.
Workforce size relative to sector peers from the most recent accounts. A larger team generally signals commercial scale.
Current assets ÷ current liabilities. A ratio above 2× earns full marks; between 1–2× scores partially; below 0.5× scores minimal points.
One point per year of operation since incorporation, capped at 15. Older companies have a proven track record.
Full 15 points when both annual accounts and confirmation statement are filed on time. Points are deducted for each overdue filing.
Risk deductions
Going concern doubt: -10 pts
Maximum score is 100. Deductions apply for insolvency history, outstanding charges, going concern doubt, or disqualified officers.
Going Concern Doubt
we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue. Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the directors with respect to going co
Key FinancialsYear ending 31/01/2025
Turnover
£9.4M
Annual revenue
Net Worth
£2.1M
Balance sheet strength
Cash
—
Cash in the bank
Profit Before Tax
-£282k
Bottom line earnings
Net Current Assets
-£792k
Working capital
Current Assets
£1.7M
Current Liabilities
£2.5M
Fixed Assets
£2.9M
Debtors
£1.6M
Cost of Sales
£8.5M
Gross Profit
£835k
Admin Expenses
£993k
Operating Profit
-£155k
Profit After Tax
-£282k
Tax at Year End
People Costs
Balance Sheet
EstimatesDerived
| Year | Current Ratio | Implied Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.68 | -£1.2M |
| 2022 | 1.40 | — |
Derived from filed accounts. Not audited figures.