Franchise opportunities in Claremont (Tas.), TAS
Geography: this report covers the Claremont (Tas.) area (ABS SA2). 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.
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Top 3 recommended franchise categories
2. Quick-Service Food
36What it costs to start in Claremont (Tas.)
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Claremont (Tas.) best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q2 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Claremont (Tas.) fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee & Café | $118K–$450K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 38 |
| Quick-Service Food | $350K–$900K | $50,000 | 7.0% | 36 |
| Hair & Barber | $140K–$380K | $40,000 | 6.5% | 33 |
| Food & Beverage | $250K–$750K | $50,000 | 7.0% | 29 |
| Bakery & Dessert | $200K–$550K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 24 |
| Retail | $180K–$600K | $45,000 | 5.5% | 24 |
Fees: Q2 2026 Fee Index. The fit score blendsClaremont (Tas.)’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Claremont (Tas.) snapshot
| Metric | Claremont (Tas.) | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,512 | 29,036 | -71% |
| Median household income | $64,500 | $78,978 | -18% |
| 5-year population growth | 9.1% | 11.8% | -2.7 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Claremont (Tas.), and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Claremont (Tas.) | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | Broad working-age and family customer base |
| Average household size | 2.3 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $1,241/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $1,591/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $675/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $320/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $1,300/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 | More space per resident, established housing |
Source: ABS Census 2021 (G02/G35/G36/G37/G46) + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Claremont (Tas.) (601031015). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Housing, tenure & households
How Claremont (Tas.) lives, works and is housed, and what each signal means for siting a franchise here. All figures are real ABS Census 2021 counts for this area.
| Measure | Claremont (Tas.) | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | 34.9% | Owner-heavy, settled households with steadier local spend |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.9% | Working homeowners, family services and home categories |
| Owned outright | 28% | Fewer outright owners, younger area |
| Separate houses | 72.8% | Suburban, car-based, drive-to trade area |
| Flats & apartments | 23.9% | Low density, destination retail and services |
| Family households | 63.1% | Broad household mix |
| Lone-person households | 33.8% | Many singles, convenience, fitness and single-serve formats |
| Unemployment rate | 7% | Higher unemployment, price-sensitive spend, easier hiring |
Source: ABS Census 2021, Claremont (Tas.), tenure (G37), dwelling structure (G36), household composition (G35) and labour force (G46).
Survival & viability analysis
Coffee & Café viability: High
The coffee & café opportunity in Claremont (Tas.) scores 38 out of 100. With a population of 8,512, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited coffee & café outlet. At about 1 existing coffee & café operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($64,500) sits below the state average ($78,978), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee & Café | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Quick-Service Food | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Food & Beverage | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 1 | High | Saturated |
| Retail | 1 | High | Saturated |
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.
How Claremont (Tas.) compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont (Tas.) | 8,512 | $64,500 | 9.1% | Coffee & Café | 38 |
| Margate - Snug | 8,603 | $96,400 | 9.9% | Coffee & Café | 47 |
| Dodges Ferry - Lewisham | 8,642 | $71,400 | 14.1% | Coffee & Café | 42 |
| Cambridge | 8,683 | $113,900 | 11.9% | Coffee & Café | 53 |
| Bridgewater - Gagebrook | 8,302 | $50,500 | 12.8% | Coffee & Café | 36 |
| Rokeby | 8,014 | $68,700 | 30.7% | Coffee & Café | 38 |
| Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart | 9,161 | $99,600 | 6.8% | Coffee & Café | 49 |
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Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Claremont (Tas.)?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Coffee & Café scores highest for Claremont (Tas.) at 38/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Quick-Service Food and Hair & Barber.
How much does a franchise cost in Claremont (Tas.)?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Coffee & Café franchises run $118,000–$450,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=74). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Claremont (Tas.) good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 38/100 in Claremont (Tas.), with about 1 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.
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