Franchise opportunities in Banora Point, NSW
Geography: this report covers the Banora Point area (ABS SA2). Demographics from the ABS Census 2021.
How this opportunity score works
The score is a weighted 0–100 research signal, not a site-selection decision. It combines, per category:
- Demand (category fit for the population) — 30%
- Competition gap (trade-area model, more room scores higher) — 25%
- Demographic fit (income vs the category) — 20%
- 5-year population growth (percentile) — 15%
- Franchise availability (systems recruiting here) — 10%
Inputs: ABS Census 2021 (population, income, growth) and a trade-area competition model using OpenStreetMap / ABS business data where available. It doesn’t model rent, site specifics or local trading conditions, treat it as a starting point for research, then confirm on the ground and with the franchisor. See our methodology.
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For sale & open territories in Banora Point
263 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Banora Point:
Auntie Anne's
Bakers Delight
Bucking Bull
Burger Urge
7-Eleven Australia
Amber Tiles
Banora Point on the map
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Top 3 recommended franchise categories
2. Quick-Service Food
57What it costs to start in Banora Point
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Banora Point best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q2 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Banora Point fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery & Dessert | $200K–$550K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 57 |
| Quick-Service Food | $350K–$900K | $50,000 | 7.0% | 57 |
| Retail | $180K–$600K | $45,000 | 5.5% | 57 |
| Beauty & Health | $150K–$480K | $42,000 | 6.0% | 55 |
| Mortgage & Finance | $45K–$140K | $30,000 | 8.0% | 55 |
| Coffee & Café | $118K–$450K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 54 |
Fees: Q2 2026 Fee Index. The fit score blendsBanora Point’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Banora Point snapshot
| Metric | Banora Point | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,262 | 20,009 | -19% |
| Median household income | $68,400 | $100,267 | -32% |
| 5-year population growth | 1.7% | 13.0% | -11.3 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Banora Point, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Banora Point | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | Older market, skews to health, home and aged-support services |
| Average household size | 2.4 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $1,316/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $1,636/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $642/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $440/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $1,900/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 | More space per resident, established housing |
Source: ABS Census 2021 (G02/G35/G36/G37/G46) + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Banora Point (112031550). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Housing, tenure & households
How Banora Point lives, works and is housed, and what each signal means for siting a franchise here. All figures are real ABS Census 2021 counts for this area.
| Measure | Banora Point | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | 19% | Owner-heavy, settled households with steadier local spend |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.7% | Working homeowners, family services and home categories |
| Owned outright | 43.9% | Older, established, lower-debt households |
| Separate houses | 63.2% | Mixed density, more walk-in potential |
| Flats & apartments | 3.4% | Low density, destination retail and services |
| Family households | 70.7% | Family-led demand, education, food and household services |
| Lone-person households | 26.7% | Fewer single-person homes |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | Around the national average |
Source: ABS Census 2021, Banora Point, tenure (G37), dwelling structure (G36), household composition (G35) and labour force (G46).
Survival & viability analysis
Bakery & Dessert viability: High
The bakery & dessert opportunity in Banora Point scores 57 out of 100. With a population of 16,262, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited bakery & dessert outlet. At about 1 existing bakery & dessert operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($68,400) sits below the state average ($100,267), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery & Dessert | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Retail | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Beauty & Health | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Mortgage & Finance | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Lawn & Garden | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Massage & Wellness | 1 | 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.
How Banora Point compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banora Point | 16,262 | $68,400 | 1.7% | Bakery & Dessert | 57 |
| Kogarah Bay - Carlton - Allawah | 16,246 | $101,600 | -3.3% | Bakery & Dessert | 62 |
| Randwick - North | 16,289 | $125,000 | -8.7% | Bakery & Dessert | 66 |
| Cambridge Park | 16,118 | $93,900 | 0.6% | Retail | 63 |
| North Nowra - Bomaderry | 16,097 | $70,900 | -0.5% | Bakery & Dessert | 55 |
| Chittaway Bay - Tumbi Umbi | 16,080 | $93,800 | 2.1% | Bakery & Dessert | 64 |
| Burwood (NSW) | 16,071 | $86,400 | 12.5% | Bakery & Dessert | 68 |
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Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Banora Point?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Bakery & Dessert scores highest for Banora Point at 57/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Quick-Service Food and Retail.
How much does a franchise cost in Banora Point?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Bakery & Dessert franchises run $200,000–$550,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=54). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Banora Point good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 54/100 in Banora Point, with about 2 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.
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