Franchise opportunities in Gungahlin, ACT
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
Gungahlin snapshot
| Metric | Gungahlin | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 85,000 | 92,333 | -8% |
| Median household income | $122,000 | $113,000 | +8% |
| 5-year population growth | 9.0% | 4.5% | +4.5 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Coffee & Café viability: High
The coffee & café opportunity in Gungahlin scores 60 out of 100. With a population of 85,000, there is a solid customer base — enough to sustain about 12 coffee & café outlets. At about 12 existing coffee & café operators, competition sits below typical metro density — an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($122,000) runs above the state average ($113,000), supporting discretionary spend. Population is growing at 9.0% over five years, ahead of the state pace of 4.5% — new demand is still arriving.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee & Café | 12 | Low | Gap |
| Food & Beverage | 9 | Low | Gap |
| Pet Services | 4 | Low | Gap |
| Quick-Service Food | 11 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 5 | Low | Gap |
| Childcare & Early Learning | 4 | Low | Gap |
Operator counts are a trade-area model derived from ABS population, not a live business census. Richer POI data (OpenStreetMap / Google Places) is ingested per methodology.
Available franchise opportunities in Gungahlin
How Gungahlin compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gungahlin | 85,000 | 60 | Coffee & Café |
| Newcastle | 322,278 | 75 | Quick-Service Food |
| Parramatta | 256,729 | 80 | Quick-Service Food |
| Geelong | 268,277 | 70 | Quick-Service Food |
| Gold Coast | 699,226 | 80 | Quick-Service Food |
Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Gungahlin?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Coffee & Café scores highest for Gungahlin at 60/100 — competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Food & Beverage and Pet Services.
How much does a franchise cost in Gungahlin?
Fees don't vary by suburb — Coffee & Café franchises run $118,000–$450,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=74). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Gungahlin good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 60/100 in Gungahlin, with about 12 existing operators in the trade area (Strong suitability).
Demographics: ABS Census 2021 & Regional Population. Category scores combine ABS demographics with a trade-area competition model and live franchise availability — see methodology. Fees: Q2 2026 Fee Index.