Franchises for sale in Hobart, TAS
Geography: this report covers the Hobart 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.
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Top 3 franchise categories by opportunity score
What it costs to start in Hobart
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Hobart best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q3 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Hobart fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauty & Health | $150,000–$494,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 75 |
| Pet Services | $27,000–$54,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 75 |
| Bakery & Dessert | $350,000–$625,000 | $50,000 | Not enough data | 70 |
| Retail | $200,000–$511,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 68 |
| Home & Trade Services | $51,000–$128,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 67 |
| Mortgage & Finance | $60,000–$124,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 67 |
Fees: Q3 2026 Fee Index (“Not enough data” means fewer than five systems publish that figure). The fit score blends Hobart’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Hobart snapshot
| Metric | Hobart | Typical TAS area | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 252,000 | 10,045 | +2409% |
| Median household income | $95,800 | $74,550 | +29% |
| 5-year population growth | 7.6% | 10.9% | -3.3 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Hobart, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Hobart | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 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 | $1,842/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $2,324/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $886/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $390/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $1,800/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 | More space per resident, established housing |
Source: ABS Census 2021 (G02/G35/G36/G37/G46) · LGA Hobart (62810). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Housing, tenure & households
How Hobart 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 | Hobart | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | 35.6% | Owner-heavy, settled households with steadier local spend |
| Owned with a mortgage | 26.7% | Working homeowners, family services and home categories |
| Owned outright | 34.7% | Older, established, lower-debt households |
| Separate houses | 68.9% | Mixed density, more walk-in potential |
| Flats & apartments | 18.8% | Low density, destination retail and services |
| Family households | 61.9% | Broad household mix |
| Lone-person households | 30.1% | Many singles, convenience, fitness and single-serve formats |
| Unemployment rate | 7% | Higher unemployment, price-sensitive spend, easier hiring |
Source: ABS Census 2021, Hobart, tenure (G37), dwelling structure (G36), household composition (G35) and labour force (G46).
Survival & viability analysis
Beauty & Health viability: High
The beauty & health opportunity in Hobart scores 75 out of 100. With a population of 252,000, this is a substantial catchment that could support roughly 21 beauty & health outlets in total, around 11 more than the 10 already operating locally. At about 10 existing beauty & health operators, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($95,800) runs above the typical comparable area in the state ($74,550), supporting discretionary spend.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beauty & Health | 10 | Low | Gap |
| Pet Services | 8 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 20 | Low | Gap |
| Childcare & Early Learning | 12 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 33 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 16 | Low | Gap |
Operator counts come from OpenStreetMap (storefronts) and ABS business counts (services), captured 2026-07-31; they're an indicative signal, not a live census. See methodology.
How Hobart compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | 252,000 | $95,800 | 7.6% | Beauty & Health | 75 |
| Launceston | 88,000 | $68,100 | 7.9% | Bakery & Dessert | 67 |
| Devonport | 31,000 | $60,700 | 7.0% | Pet Services | 65 |
| Kingston - Huntingfield | 13,758 | $80,300 | 19.8% | Bakery & Dessert | 56 |
| Sandy Bay | 12,560 | $99,500 | 2.5% | Food & Beverage | 55 |
| Glenorchy | 12,527 | $59,900 | 12.0% | Food & Beverage | 50 |
| Howrah - Tranmere | 11,828 | $92,900 | 12.0% | Hair & Barber | 57 |
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Frequently asked questions
Are there franchises for sale in Hobart?
Yes. 61 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Hobart. Territory data is recorded by state (Tasmania), so confirm which parts of Hobart are open with each franchisor. Compare open territories and match your budget below.
What franchise is best for Hobart?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Beauty & Health scores highest for Hobart at 75/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Pet Services and Bakery & Dessert.
How much does a franchise cost in Hobart?
Fees don't vary by suburb. Across the Beauty & Health systems that publish their costs, the Q3 2026 Fee Index shows a median all-in cost of $150,000–$494,000 (21 systems) nationally. See the Fee Index for every category.
Is Hobart good for a coffee franchise?
It's a tighter market: a coffee & café franchise scores 52/100 in Hobart, with about 113 existing operators in the trade area (Saturated 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: Q3 2026 Fee Index.
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