Franchise opportunities in Taree Surrounds, NSW
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Food & Beverage
482. Bakery & Dessert
463. Quick-Service Food
43Taree Surrounds snapshot
| Metric | Taree Surrounds | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,016 | 20,009 | -35% |
| Median household income | $55,600 | $100,267 | -45% |
| 5-year population growth | 3.8% | 13.0% | -9.2 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Taree Surrounds, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Taree Surrounds | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 56 years | Older market, skews to health, home and aged-support services |
| Average household size | 2.3 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $1,069/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $1,291/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $524/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $310/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $1,500/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Taree Surrounds (108051170). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Food & Beverage viability: High
The food & beverage opportunity in Taree Surrounds scores 48 out of 100. With a population of 13,016, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited food & beverage outlet. At about 1 existing food & beverage operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($55,600) sits below the state average ($100,267), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food & Beverage | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Retail | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Beauty & Health | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Mortgage & Finance | 1 | Low | Gap |
| B2B Services | 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 Taree Surrounds
Acai Brothers
Boost Juice
Auntie Anne's
Bakers Delight
Bucking Bull
Burger Urge
How Taree Surrounds compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taree Surrounds | 13,016 | 48 | Food & Beverage |
| 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 Taree Surrounds?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Food & Beverage scores highest for Taree Surrounds at 48/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Bakery & Dessert and Quick-Service Food.
How much does a franchise cost in Taree Surrounds?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Food & Beverage franchises run $250,000–$750,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=210). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Taree Surrounds good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 41/100 in Taree Surrounds, with about 2 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.