Franchise opportunities in Kingston - Huntingfield, TAS
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Bakery & Dessert
563. Mortgage & Finance
55Kingston - Huntingfield snapshot
| Metric | Kingston - Huntingfield | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,758 | 29,036 | -53% |
| Median household income | $80,300 | $78,978 | +2% |
| 5-year population growth | 19.8% | 11.8% | +8.0 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Kingston - Huntingfield, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Kingston - Huntingfield | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | Broad working-age and family customer base |
| Average household size | 2.5 people | Smaller households, favours convenience and single-serve formats |
| Median household income | $1,544/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $1,908/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $757/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $380/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $1,626/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Kingston - Huntingfield (601041022). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Bakery & Dessert viability: High
The bakery & dessert opportunity in Kingston - Huntingfield scores 56 out of 100. With a population of 13,758, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited bakery & dessert outlet. At about 1 existing bakery & dessert operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($80,300) runs above the state average ($78,978), supporting discretionary spend. Population is growing at 19.8% over five years, ahead of the state pace of 11.8%, new demand is still arriving.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery & Dessert | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Retail | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Mortgage & Finance | 1 | Low | Gap |
| B2B Services | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Courier & Logistics | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Lawn & Garden | 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 Kingston - Huntingfield
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How Kingston - Huntingfield compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston - Huntingfield | 13,758 | 56 | Bakery & Dessert |
| Newcastle | 322,278 | 77 | Bakery & Dessert |
| Parramatta | 256,729 | 80 | Pet Services |
| Geelong | 268,277 | 75 | Pet Services |
| Gold Coast | 699,226 | 84 | Quick-Service Food |
Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Kingston - Huntingfield?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Bakery & Dessert scores highest for Kingston - Huntingfield at 56/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Retail and Mortgage & Finance.
How much does a franchise cost in Kingston - Huntingfield?
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 Kingston - Huntingfield good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 51/100 in Kingston - Huntingfield, 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.