Franchise opportunities in Kurri Kurri - Abermain, NSW
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
2. Health & Medical
71Kurri Kurri - Abermain snapshot
| Metric | Kurri Kurri - Abermain | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,838 | 20,009 | +4% |
| Median household income | $76,100 | $100,267 | -24% |
| 5-year population growth | 16.0% | 13.0% | +3.0 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Kurri Kurri - Abermain, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Kurri Kurri - Abermain | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | Younger market, skews to fitness, quick-service food and services |
| Average household size | 2.6 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $1,464/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $1,762/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $699/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $345/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $1,603/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Kurri Kurri - Abermain (106011111). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Cleaning viability: High
The cleaning opportunity in Kurri Kurri - Abermain scores 71 out of 100. With a population of 20,838, there is a solid customer base, enough to sustain about 1 cleaning outlet. At about 1 existing cleaning operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($76,100) sits below the state average ($100,267), which can favour value-led formats. Population is growing at 16.0% over five years, ahead of the state pace of 13.0%, new demand is still arriving.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Health & Medical | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Real Estate | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Food & Beverage | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Education & Tutoring | 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 Kurri Kurri - Abermain
Amazing Clean
Bebrite
Amcal Pharmacy
Australian Skin Clinics
ABS Auto
Battery World
How Kurri Kurri - Abermain compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kurri Kurri - Abermain | 20,838 | 71 | Cleaning |
| 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 Kurri Kurri - Abermain?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Cleaning scores highest for Kurri Kurri - Abermain at 71/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Health & Medical and Automotive.
How much does a franchise cost in Kurri Kurri - Abermain?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Cleaning franchises run $30,000–$120,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=88). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Kurri Kurri - Abermain good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 65/100 in Kurri Kurri - Abermain, with about 3 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.