Franchise opportunities in Port Macquarie - West, NSW
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Health & Medical
67Port Macquarie - West snapshot
| Metric | Port Macquarie - West | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,189 | 20,009 | +6% |
| Median household income | $62,000 | $100,267 | -38% |
| 5-year population growth | 20.0% | 13.0% | +7.0 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Port Macquarie - West, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Port Macquarie - West | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47 years | Older market, skews to health, home and aged-support services |
| Average household size | 2.2 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $1,193/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $1,532/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $644/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $385/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $1,820/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Port Macquarie - West (108041164). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Health & Medical viability: High
The health & medical opportunity in Port Macquarie - West scores 67 out of 100. With a population of 21,189, there is a solid customer base, enough to sustain about 1 health & medical outlet. At about 1 existing health & medical operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($62,000) sits below the state average ($100,267), which can favour value-led formats. Population is growing at 20.0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health & Medical | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Real Estate | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Food & Beverage | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Education & Tutoring | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Coffee & Café | 3 | 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 Port Macquarie - West
Amcal Pharmacy
Australian Skin Clinics
ABS Auto
Battery World
Belle Property
Century 21 Australia
How Port Macquarie - West compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Macquarie - West | 21,189 | 67 | Health & Medical |
| 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 Port Macquarie - West?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Health & Medical scores highest for Port Macquarie - West at 67/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Automotive and Real Estate.
How much does a franchise cost in Port Macquarie - West?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Health & Medical franchises run $180,000–$650,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=47). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Port Macquarie - West good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 62/100 in Port Macquarie - West, 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.