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LOCAL SEO SERVICES THAT GETS YOU DISCOVERED

BE THE LOCAL BUSINESS EVERYONE FINDS FIRST

SHOW UP WHERE YOUR CUSTOMERS ARE LOOKING

A LOCAL SEO AGENCY THAT DRIVES TRAFFIC AND FOOTFALL

At boxChilli, we help businesses dominate local search and Google Maps, from independent companies and regional service providers to multi-location brands. Based near Portsmouth, Hampshire, our local SEO experts optimise your website, content and wider online presence to boost rankings in Google Maps, local packs and organic search results. From Google Business Profile optimisation to localised landing pages and citation building, our proven local SEO strategies cover every angle to make your business easier to find.

Trusted by local businesses across Hampshire and the South, we’ve helped clients increase visibility, drive qualified traffic and turn local searches into real-world results. Because if local customers can’t find you, they’ll find someone else… even if you know you offer a better service! That’s why we make sure you show up and stand out where it matters most.

  • GET FOUND FOR 'NEAR ME' AND LOCAL SEARCHES

  • TURN LOCAL SEARCHES INTO PAYING CUSTOMERS

  • OUTRANK LOCAL COMPETITORS AND WIN MORE BUSINESS

  • STAY VISIBLE EVEN WHEN SEARCHERS DON’T KNOW YOUR NAME

  • WANT TO BE FOUND IN ‘NEAR ME’ SEARCHES?

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WE HELP GOOD BUSINESSES GET FOUND LOCALLY

If your business doesn’t show up in local search results, customers will go elsewhere, even if you’re the better choice. Whether it’s missing Google Business Profile information, weak local landing pages or inconsistent citations, small technical gaps can cost you big in local search visibility, traffic and trust.

We’ve seen it time and again – from butchers losing footfall to the shop down the road, to locksmiths buried beneath national chains on Google Maps. We’ve helped gyms attract new members, builders win more quotes and yacht brokers get discovered by serious buyers all through our affordable local SEO services. So whether you’re a one-person band, a local family-run business or are a national brand expanding geographical presence, the challenge is often the same: being seen by the right people in the right place.

Poor local SEO services affect more than just your rankings. It shapes how potential customers find you, how much they trust you and whether they choose you over your competitors. At boxChilli, we close that gap with tailored strategies that make your business easier to find, more credible to trust and the clear choice in your area.

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TURN UP THE HEAT ON LOCAL SEARCH AND SALES PERFORMANCE

A successful local SEO campaign is more than just adding a postcode to a page or setting up a Google Business Profile, it’s a strategic approach to helping people in your area find and choose your business. From maps listings and mobile searches to service pages and local citations, every signal plays a part in your local online visibility and how customers perceive you.

At boxChilli, we don’t just optimise for keywords, we optimise for connection and real intent. Our team of local SEO experts audit every part of your local presence, from location pages and technical structure to reviews, directories and Google Business Profiles. We build strategies that reflect how people actually search, with hyper-local content, smart linking structures and accurate, consistent business information across the web.

We also factor in local intent, mobile-first behaviour and real-world competition. Whether you’re a single-location business or scaling across multiple areas, we make sure your local SEO supports growth, not just local search rankings. And because we’re based near the city of Portsmouth, we understand the challenges of standing out locally when you’re up against both regional competitors and big national brands.

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Some of Our Technical SEO Services

  • Google Business Profile Management

    We fully optimise your Google Business Profile with the right categories, services, images and updates to boost visibility and credibility in local search. A well-maintained profile helps you rank in the map pack, attract more conversions and earn trust at a glance.

  • Citation Management

    We audit, clean and build citations across key directories to ensure consistent business information such as NAP (Name, Address, Phone) across the web. Strong citations boost local relevance, build authority and reinforce your map presence.

  • Schema Markup & Structured Data

    We apply structured data like localBusiness schema to help search engines better understand your business, services and location. This improves your eligibility for search features and boosts local visibility.

  • Review Strategy & Local Reputation

    88% of consumers prefer businesses that respond to both positive and negative reviews, and 71% won’t consider you at all if your rating is under 3 stars. We help you build a strong, trust-building review presence that drives clicks, conversions and customer confidence.

  • Multi-Location SEO Strategy

    Using local keyword research, we create structured, scalable strategies for businesses operating across multiple locations. Each branch gets the visibility it deserves, without risking content duplication or technical conflicts.

  • Local Consumer Search Behaviour Optimisation

    We tailor your local SEO strategy around how modern consumers search… mobile-first, map-focused and review-driven. With 80% of consumers searching for local businesses weekly and 42% clicking map pack results, we make sure you’re visible where it counts most.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Q. What is local SEO and how is it different from general SEO?

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Local SEO focuses on optimising your online presence to rank in local search results, especially for searches with location-specific intent, like “near me.” It includes map listings, local citations, Google Business Profile optimisation and hyper-local content, while general SEO is broader and not tied to a geographic area.

Q. What does Google look for in local rankings?

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Local SEO ranking factors are influenced by a variety of signals, but relevance, distance and prominence are particularly key ones. That means Google wants to see accurate business details, consistent online mentions, high-quality reviews, optimised location pages and a trustworthy, active presence.

Q. How do nearby competitors rank higher than me?

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They’re likely doing more to build local signals – things like stronger citations, better reviews, more relevant content or simply a better-optimised site. The good news? These are all areas reliable local SEO agencies can improve for you with a clear, strategic plan.

Q. Why is a local SEO campaign important for small and medium-sized businesses?

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If you rely on customers in a specific area, local SEO is how they find you. Over 80% of people use search engines to find local businesses weekly and if you’re not visible when they look, you’re losing precious business to someone who is.

Q. Do you only offer local SEO to businesses near Portsmouth or Hampshire?

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Our local SEO agency is based near Portsmouth and proudly support many local businesses in Hampshire and the South, but our local SEO services work just as well for brands across the UK. Whether you have one location or many, we tailor strategies to your geography and goals. See our locations for the areas we serve.

Q. How long does it take to start seeing results?

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You might notice some early wins within a few weeks, but a good local SEO company will typically produce results over 3-6 months with consistent effort. As part of our onboarding processs, we will take the time to understand your business goals so that we target the highest-impact areas first to get things moving quickly.

Q. Do you manage our Google Business Profile for us?

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Yes – we optimise, monitor and update your Google Business Profile to make sure it’s accurate, engaging and competitive. We handle categories, services, images, updates, posts and review management so your listing stays active and trusted.

Q. What size or type of business is this service best for?

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We’ve helped everything from small trades and family-run shops to multi-location service businesses. If local customers are part of your strategy and a key revenue driver, this service will make a difference no matter your size or sector.

Q. How do you track if this is working?

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We track search rankings, map visibility, organic traffic, calls, direction requests and more so that we match those against real enquiries or sales. You’ll know exactly what’s working and why.

Q. What’s included in your local SEO service?

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Our local SEO specialists offer end-to-end local optimisation including: Google Business Profile management, local keyword targeting, hyper-local content creation, location page optimisation, mobile-first UX improvements, schema markup, citation building, review strategies and more. These are all tailored to your business type and area to get in front of potential local customers.

Q. How do you keep my business ahead of competitors in local search?

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We stay on top of local algorithm changes, optimise every ranking factor from citations to page speed, and focus on what makes your business different. With tailored strategies, creative content and hands-on optimisation, we make sure you show up where your competitors don’t.

Q. What’s the most important thing for local businesses to get right?

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As with traditional SEO, it’s never just one thing, it’s the combination of multiple things. Accurate business information, strong reviews, mobile-friendly pages, smart content and a well-maintained Google local listing all work together to get results.

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