Franchise opportunities in Caulfield - South, VIC
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Quick-Service Food
753. Home & Trade Services
70Caulfield - South snapshot
| Metric | Caulfield - South | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,228 | 18,304 | 0% |
| Median household income | $119,000 | $94,695 | +26% |
| 5-year population growth | -0.9% | 30.4% | -31.3 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Caulfield - South, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Caulfield - South | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 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 | $2,289/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $2,988/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $1,044/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $483/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $2,798/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Caulfield - South (208021178). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Quick-Service Food viability: High
The quick-service food opportunity in Caulfield - South scores 75 out of 100. With a population of 18,228, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited quick-service food outlet. At about 2 existing quick-service food operators, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($119,000) runs above the state average ($94,695), supporting discretionary spend.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home & Trade Services | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Cleaning | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Quick-Service Food | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Health & Medical | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 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 Caulfield - South
Bucking Bull
Burger Urge
Amazing Clean
Chem-Dry Australia
Hire A Hubby
James Home Services
How Caulfield - South compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caulfield - South | 18,228 | 75 | Quick-Service Food |
| Newcastle | 322,278 | 78 | 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 Caulfield - South?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Quick-Service Food scores highest for Caulfield - South at 75/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Cleaning and Home & Trade Services.
How much does a franchise cost in Caulfield - South?
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 Caulfield - South good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 60/100 in Caulfield - South, with about 3 existing operators in the trade area (Moderate 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.