Franchise opportunities in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi, NSW
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Retail
572. Bakery & Dessert
563. Quick-Service Food
55Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi snapshot
| Metric | Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,022 | 20,009 | -20% |
| Median household income | $74,400 | $100,267 | -26% |
| 5-year population growth | 0.4% | 13.0% | -12.6 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | Broad working-age and family customer base |
| Average household size | 2.3 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $1,431/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $2,002/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $737/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $330/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $2,167/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi (107041145). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Retail viability: High
The retail opportunity in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi scores 57 out of 100. With a population of 16,022, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited retail outlet. At about 1 existing retail operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($74,400) 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 |
| Massage & Wellness | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Mortgage & Finance | 1 | Low | Gap |
| B2B Services | 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.
Available franchise opportunities in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi
7-Eleven Australia
Amber Tiles
Auntie Anne's
Bakers Delight
Bucking Bull
Burger Urge
How Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi | 16,022 | 57 | Retail |
| Newcastle | 322,278 | 77 | Bakery & Dessert |
| Parramatta | 256,729 | 79 | Pet Services |
| Geelong | 268,277 | 75 | Pet Services |
| Gold Coast | 699,226 | 84 | Quick-Service Food |
Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Retail scores highest for Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi at 57/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Bakery & Dessert and Quick-Service Food.
How much does a franchise cost in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Retail franchises run $180,000–$600,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=132). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 54/100 in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi, 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.