Franchise opportunities in Manly - Fairlight, NSW
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
3. Quick-Service Food
74Manly - Fairlight snapshot
| Metric | Manly - Fairlight | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,732 | 20,009 | +14% |
| Median household income | $165,600 | $100,267 | +65% |
| 5-year population growth | -3.9% | 13.0% | -16.9 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Manly - Fairlight, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Manly - Fairlight | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | Broad working-age and family customer base |
| Average household size | 2.2 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $3,185/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $4,245/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $1,568/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $725/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $3,467/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Manly - Fairlight (122011419). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Real Estate viability: High
The real estate opportunity in Manly - Fairlight scores 76 out of 100. With a population of 22,732, there is a solid customer base, enough to sustain about 1 real estate outlet. At about 1 existing real estate operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($165,600) runs above the state average ($100,267), supporting discretionary spend.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Real Estate | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Education & Tutoring | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Coffee & Café | 3 | Low | Gap |
| Pet Services | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Childcare & Early Learning | 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 Manly - Fairlight
Belle Property
Century 21 Australia
ABS Auto
Battery World
Bucking Bull
Burger Urge
How Manly - Fairlight compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manly - Fairlight | 22,732 | 76 | Real Estate |
| 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 Manly - Fairlight?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Real Estate scores highest for Manly - Fairlight at 76/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Automotive and Quick-Service Food.
How much does a franchise cost in Manly - Fairlight?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Real Estate franchises run $80,000–$300,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=39). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Manly - Fairlight good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 73/100 in Manly - Fairlight, 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.