Franchise opportunities in Mitcham (SA), SA
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Mitcham (SA) snapshot
| Metric | Mitcham (SA) | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,662 | 18,402 | -9% |
| Median household income | $114,600 | $79,909 | +43% |
| 5-year population growth | 1.9% | 5.4% | -3.5 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Mitcham (SA), and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Mitcham (SA) | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | Broad working-age and family customer base |
| Average household size | 2.6 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $2,203/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $2,854/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $986/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $346/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $2,167/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 | More space per resident, established housing |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Mitcham (SA) (403031069). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Retail viability: High
The retail opportunity in Mitcham (SA) scores 70 out of 100. With a population of 16,662, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited retail outlet. At about 1 existing retail operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($114,600) runs above the state average ($79,909), supporting discretionary spend.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | 1 | Low | Gap |
| B2B Services | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Beauty & Health | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Lawn & Garden | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Mortgage & Finance | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Pool & Spa 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 Mitcham (SA)
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How Mitcham (SA) compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitcham (SA) | 16,662 | $114,600 | 1.9% | Retail | 70 |
| Mitchell Park | 16,692 | $68,000 | 8.4% | Retail | 62 |
| Morphettville | 16,700 | $80,800 | 11.5% | Retail | 67 |
| Toorak Gardens | 16,760 | $100,300 | 3.3% | Retail | 68 |
| Flinders Park | 16,505 | $81,300 | 10.9% | Retail | 66 |
| Port Lincoln | 16,842 | $67,700 | 4.0% | Retail | 59 |
| Munno Para West - Angle Vale | 16,461 | $86,000 | 33.4% | Retail | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Mitcham (SA)?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Retail scores highest for Mitcham (SA) at 70/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are B2B Services and Beauty & Health.
How much does a franchise cost in Mitcham (SA)?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Retail franchises run $180,000–$600,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=132). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Mitcham (SA) good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 67/100 in Mitcham (SA), 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.