Franchise opportunities in Salisbury, SA
Geography: this report covers the Salisbury SA3 statistical area (ABS), which is broader than a single suburb. Demographics from the ABS Census 2021.
How this opportunity score works
The score is a weighted 0–100 research signal, not a site-selection decision. It combines, per category:
- Demand (category fit for the population) — 30%
- Competition gap (trade-area model, more room scores higher) — 25%
- Demographic fit (income vs the category) — 20%
- 5-year population growth (percentile) — 15%
- Franchise availability (systems recruiting here) — 10%
Inputs: ABS Census 2021 (population, income, growth) and a trade-area competition model using OpenStreetMap / ABS business data where available. It doesn’t model rent, site specifics or local trading conditions, treat it as a starting point for research, then confirm on the ground and with the franchisor. See our methodology.
Create your free buyer profile
Save Salisbury to your profile and get alerted the moment a franchise opens a territory here. Free, private, no account needed to browse.
For sale & open territories in Salisbury
140 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Salisbury:
Banjo's Bakehouse
Cold Rock Ice Creamery
Cafe2U
Degani
Acai Brothers
Fasta Pasta
Salisbury on the map
Where Salisbury sits and the real local businesses around its centre, the operators a new franchise would compete with. Tap a pin for the business name and type.
Loading nearby operators in Salisbury…
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
What it costs to start in Salisbury
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Salisbury best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q2 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Salisbury fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery & Dessert | $200K–$550K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 69 |
| Coffee & Café | $118K–$450K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 68 |
| Food & Beverage | $250K–$750K | $50,000 | 7.0% | 67 |
| Hair & Barber | $140K–$380K | $40,000 | 6.5% | 67 |
| Retail | $180K–$600K | $45,000 | 5.5% | 61 |
| Home & Trade Services | $45K–$180K | $35,000 | 8.0% | 60 |
Fees: Q2 2026 Fee Index. The fit score blendsSalisbury’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Salisbury snapshot
| Metric | Salisbury | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 145,000 | 18,402 | +688% |
| Median household income | $70,500 | $79,909 | -12% |
| 5-year population growth | 5.1% | 5.4% | -0.3 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Bakery & Dessert viability: High
The bakery & dessert opportunity in Salisbury scores 69 out of 100. With a population of 145,000, this is a substantial catchment that could support roughly 13 bakery & dessert outlets in total, around 5 more than the 8 already operating locally. At about 8 existing bakery & dessert operators, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($70,500) sits below the state average ($79,909), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery & Dessert | 8 | Low | Gap |
| Coffee & Café | 12 | Low | Gap |
| Food & Beverage | 12 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 11 | Low | Gap |
| Pet Services | 9 | High | Saturated |
| Childcare & Early Learning | 9 | High | Saturated |
Operator counts are live data (OpenStreetMap for storefronts, ABS business counts for services) as at 2026-07-31. See methodology.
How Salisbury compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 145,000 | $70,500 | 5.1% | Bakery & Dessert | 69 |
| Onkaparinga | 174,000 | $73,300 | 4.3% | Bakery & Dessert | 69 |
| Gawler | 46,000 | $68,800 | 8.3% | Beauty & Health | 68 |
| Mount Gambier | 30,000 | $64,100 | 2.1% | Hair & Barber | 61 |
| Plympton | 26,849 | $80,700 | 8.1% | Pet Services | 71 |
| Enfield - Blair Athol | 26,018 | $74,300 | 9.5% | Quick-Service Food | 71 |
| Rostrevor - Magill | 24,282 | $85,500 | 9.9% | Real Estate | 75 |
Keep exploring Salisbury & South Australia
By category in Salisbury
Nearby South Australia areas
Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Salisbury?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Bakery & Dessert scores highest for Salisbury at 69/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Coffee & Café and Food & Beverage.
How much does a franchise cost in Salisbury?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Bakery & Dessert franchises run $200,000–$550,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=54). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Salisbury good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 68/100 in Salisbury, with about 12 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.
Ready to move on Salisbury?
Create a free buyer account to save opportunities, get alerts and see the full Salisbury data. Franchisors can list a territory and reach ready buyers.