Franchise opportunities in Dubbo, NSW
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
Dubbo snapshot
| Metric | Dubbo | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 55,000 | 206,155 | -73% |
| Median household income | $71,000 | $78,156 | -9% |
| 5-year population growth | 3.6% | 5.7% | -2.1 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Quick-Service Food viability: High
The quick-service food opportunity in Dubbo scores 43 out of 100. With a population of 55,000, there is a solid customer base — enough to sustain about 7 quick-service food outlets. At about 7 existing quick-service food operators, competition sits below typical metro density — an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($71,000) sits below the state average ($78,156), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive | 3 | Low | Gap |
| Quick-Service Food | 7 | Low | Gap |
| Aged & Disability Support | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Coffee & Café | 8 | Low | Gap |
| Real Estate | 3 | Low | Gap |
| Home & Trade Services | 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 Dubbo
Domino's Pizza Australia
Guzman y Gomez
Battery World
Bob Jane T-Marts
Gloria Jean's Coffees
Jamaica Blue
How Dubbo compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubbo | 55,000 | 43 | Quick-Service Food |
| 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 Dubbo?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Quick-Service Food scores highest for Dubbo at 43/100 — competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Automotive and Coffee & Café.
How much does a franchise cost in Dubbo?
Fees don't vary by suburb — Quick-Service Food franchises run $350,000–$900,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=96). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Dubbo good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 38/100 in Dubbo, with about 8 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.