Franchise opportunities in Smithfield - Wetherill Park, NSW
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
2. Health & Medical
623. Hair & Barber
61Smithfield - Wetherill Park snapshot
| Metric | Smithfield - Wetherill Park | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,551 | 20,009 | -2% |
| Median household income | $71,200 | $100,267 | -29% |
| 5-year population growth | 5.2% | 13.0% | -7.8 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Smithfield - Wetherill Park, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Smithfield - Wetherill Park | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | Broad working-age and family customer base |
| Average household size | 3.1 people | Family-heavy, favours food, education and household services |
| Median household income | $1,370/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $1,531/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $491/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $420/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $2,167/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Smithfield - Wetherill Park (127021519). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Cleaning viability: High
The cleaning opportunity in Smithfield - Wetherill Park scores 65 out of 100. With a population of 19,551, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited cleaning outlet. At about 1 existing cleaning operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($71,200) sits below the state average ($100,267), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Health & Medical | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Real Estate | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Food & Beverage | 2 | 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 Smithfield - Wetherill Park
Amazing Clean
Bebrite
Amcal Pharmacy
Australian Skin Clinics
Advanced Hair Studio
Barber Industries
How Smithfield - Wetherill Park compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smithfield - Wetherill Park | 19,551 | 65 | 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 Smithfield - Wetherill Park?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Cleaning scores highest for Smithfield - Wetherill Park at 65/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Health & Medical and Hair & Barber.
How much does a franchise cost in Smithfield - Wetherill Park?
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 Smithfield - Wetherill Park good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 56/100 in Smithfield - Wetherill Park, 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.