Franchise opportunities in Liverpool, NSW
Geography: this report covers the Liverpool SA3 statistical area (ABS), which is broader than a single suburb. 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 Liverpool
263 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Liverpool:
Advanced Hair Studio
Barber Industries
Aussie Pet Mobile
Aussie Pooch Mobile
Auntie Anne's
Bakers Delight
Liverpool on the map
Where Liverpool sits and the real local businesses around its centre, the operators a new franchise would compete with. Tap a pin for the business name and type.
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What it costs to start in Liverpool
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Liverpool best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q2 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Liverpool fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hair & Barber | $140K–$380K | $40,000 | 6.5% | 79 |
| Pet Services | $45K–$200K | $30,000 | 7.5% | 77 |
| Bakery & Dessert | $200K–$550K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 76 |
| Beauty & Health | $150K–$480K | $42,000 | 6.0% | 72 |
| Retail | $180K–$600K | $45,000 | 5.5% | 72 |
| Cleaning | $30K–$120K | $25,000 | 9.0% | 71 |
Fees: Q2 2026 Fee Index. The fit score blendsLiverpool’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Liverpool snapshot
| Metric | Liverpool | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 233,000 | 20,009 | +1064% |
| Median household income | $94,600 | $100,267 | -6% |
| 5-year population growth | 10.6% | 13.0% | -2.4 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Liverpool, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Liverpool | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | Younger market, skews to fitness, quick-service food and services |
| Average household size | 3.2 people | Family-heavy, favours food, education and household services |
| Median household income | $1,819/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $2,001/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $694/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $400/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $2,200/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 | More space per resident, established housing |
Source: ABS Census 2021 (G02/G35/G36/G37/G46) · LGA Liverpool (14900). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Housing, tenure & households
How Liverpool 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 | Liverpool | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | 35.2% | Owner-heavy, settled households with steadier local spend |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.7% | Working homeowners, family services and home categories |
| Owned outright | 23% | Fewer outright owners, younger area |
| Separate houses | 73.1% | Suburban, car-based, drive-to trade area |
| Flats & apartments | 16.3% | Low density, destination retail and services |
| Family households | 80.9% | Family-led demand, education, food and household services |
| Lone-person households | 17.2% | Fewer single-person homes |
| Unemployment rate | 6.6% | Around the national average |
Source: ABS Census 2021, Liverpool, tenure (G37), dwelling structure (G36), household composition (G35) and labour force (G46).
Survival & viability analysis
Hair & Barber viability: High
The hair & barber opportunity in Liverpool scores 79 out of 100. With a population of 233,000, this is a substantial catchment that could support roughly 29 hair & barber outlets in total, around 8 more than the 21 already operating locally. At about 21 existing hair & barber operators, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($94,600) sits below the state average ($100,267), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hair & Barber | 21 | Low | Gap |
| Pet Services | 6 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 18 | Low | Gap |
| Childcare & Early Learning | 10 | Low | Gap |
| Beauty & Health | 18 | Low | Gap |
| Health & Medical | 16 | Low | Gap |
Operator counts are live data (OpenStreetMap for storefronts, ABS business counts for services) as at 2026-07-31. See methodology.
How Liverpool compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 233,000 | $94,600 | 10.6% | Hair & Barber | 79 |
| Penrith | 217,579 | $99,000 | 8.8% | Pet Services | 78 |
| Parramatta | 256,729 | $106,700 | 10.3% | Pet Services | 80 |
| Wollongong | 302,739 | $87,500 | 2.0% | Quick-Service Food | 75 |
| Newcastle | 322,278 | $91,500 | 5.4% | Bakery & Dessert | 77 |
| Central Coast | 333,627 | $78,400 | 3.5% | Quick-Service Food | 76 |
| Nowra | 108,531 | $65,000 | 8.9% | Quick-Service Food | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Liverpool?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Hair & Barber scores highest for Liverpool at 79/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Pet Services and Bakery & Dessert.
How much does a franchise cost in Liverpool?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Hair & Barber franchises run $140,000–$380,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=65). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Liverpool good for a coffee franchise?
It's a tighter market: a coffee & café franchise scores 59/100 in Liverpool, with about 67 existing operators in the trade area (Saturated 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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