Franchise opportunities in Salisbury, SA
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Quick-Service Food
46Salisbury snapshot
| Metric | Salisbury | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 145,000 | 98,750 | +47% |
| Median household income | $68,000 | $68,750 | -1% |
| 5-year population growth | 4.0% | 3.5% | +0.5 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Quick-Service Food viability: High
The quick-service food opportunity in Salisbury scores 46 out of 100. With a population of 145,000, this is a substantial catchment that could support roughly 19 quick-service food outlets in total. At about 19 existing quick-service food operators, competition sits below typical metro density — an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($68,000) sits below the state average ($68,750), which can favour value-led formats. Population is growing at 4.0% over five years, ahead of the state pace of 3.5% — new demand is still arriving.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick-Service Food | 19 | Low | Gap |
| Coffee & Café | 21 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 18 | Low | Gap |
| Food & Beverage | 16 | Low | Gap |
| Cleaning | 10 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 13 | 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 Salisbury
Pizza Hut Australia
Subway Australia
Midas Australia
How Salisbury compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 145,000 | 46 | Quick-Service Food |
| Newcastle | 322,278 | 75 | Quick-Service Food |
| Parramatta | 256,729 | 80 | Quick-Service Food |
| Geelong | 268,277 | 70 | Quick-Service Food |
| Gold Coast | 699,226 | 80 | Quick-Service Food |
Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Salisbury?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Quick-Service Food scores highest for Salisbury at 46/100 — competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Coffee & Café and Automotive.
How much does a franchise cost in Salisbury?
Fees don't vary by suburb — Quick-Service Food franchises run $350,000–$900,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=96). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Salisbury good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 44/100 in Salisbury, with about 21 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.