What is Not On the High Street?
Not On the High Street operates as a premier online marketplace dedicated to connecting consumers with over 5,000 small, independent brands. The platform specializes in curated, personalized gifts, ranging from bespoke jewellery and home accessories to unique experience-based offerings. By providing a centralized digital storefront for artisans and small-scale producers, the company effectively bridges the gap between niche creators and a global customer base. Its market position is defined by a commitment to originality and ethical production, distinguishing it from mass-market retail competitors. Through a robust price promise and efficient delivery logistics, the company ensures a seamless user experience that prioritizes both the merchant's brand identity and the customer's need for thoughtful, high-quality products.
How much funding has Not On the High Street raised?
Not On the High Street has raised a total of $77.7M across 5 funding rounds:
Series C
$11.9M
Series D
$13.1M
Other Financing Round
$16M
Debt
$9.2M
Series E
$27.5M
Series C (2010): $11.9M with participation from Index Ventures and 83NORTH
Series D (2012): $13.1M led by Greylock Partners, Index Ventures, and Fidelity Growth Partners Europe
Other Financing Round (2013): $16M supported by 83NORTH and Index Ventures
Debt (2015): $9.2M featuring Silicon Valley Bank
Series E (2016): $27.5M backed by Hubert Burda Media, Industry Ventures, Index Ventures, and Eight Roads Ventures
Key Investors in Not On the High Street
Index Ventures
A prominent venture firm investing in entrepreneurs from seed to IPO, with a global footprint and a portfolio that includes major industry disruptors.
83NORTH
A global venture capital firm managing over $2.2 billion, focused on supporting innovative startups across various sectors to achieve category leadership.
Hubert Burda Media
A diversified German media group with a long-standing history, providing strategic investment and operational expertise to its portfolio companies.
What's next for Not On the High Street?
Looking ahead, the company is well-positioned to leverage its established market presence to further penetrate the personalized retail sector. With the support of its institutional backers, the firm is expected to focus on technological enhancements to its marketplace platform, potentially integrating advanced data analytics to improve merchant discovery and customer personalization. As the retail environment continues to shift toward direct-to-consumer models, the company's role as an aggregator of small-batch, high-value goods remains a significant competitive advantage. Future strategic initiatives will likely center on optimizing supply chain efficiencies and expanding its reach into new international markets, ensuring that the platform remains the primary destination for consumers seeking unique, non-commoditized items.
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