Business Insurance for Central Coast businesses
Business Insurance is an insurance package designed to provide cover for your business contents, stock, tools and commercial premises when an insured event occurs (such as fire, storm, theft or even accidental damage). A Business Insurance package can also cover your portable equipment, glass and for loss of revenue due to business interruption in specified circumstances. In addition, cover is available for public liability, tax audit, employment practices and statutory liability risks.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 1 there are 23, 013 small businesses on the Central Coast, with 3,443 additional new businesses registered in 2018 alone.
The main employing industry is Healthcare and Social Assistance, employing 15.3% of the population, followed by Construction, which employs 11.3% of the population, followed by Retail Trade, which employs 11.1% of the population.
The sector with the largest amount of registered businesses is Construction, with 5,562 businesses registered. The industry with the second-largest amount of registered businesses is Professional Scientific and technical Services, with 2,824 registered businesses, followed by Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services, with 2,214 registered businesses.
Like all small business owners, they are responsible for taking reasonable steps for the safety of their customers, suppliers and the community and for their property.
How much does Business insurance cost?
On average, small businesses on the Central Coast pay around $68.66 a month**for a Business insurance policy. Public Liability insurance is one of the
most popular types of insurance for businesses. In fact, it is arguably important for almost every kind of business, from those that operate in the trades
and service industries, to businesses that are predominantly office-based, such as consultancy occupations.
- The type and nature of your business
- Your business turnover and size
- The amount of insurance cover your business needs
This information is general only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. It should not be relied upon as advice. As with any insurance, cover will be subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions contained in the policy wording.
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