Franchise opportunities in Cranbourne North - East, VIC
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Food & Beverage
702. Bakery & Dessert
673. Quick-Service Food
65Cranbourne North - East snapshot
| Metric | Cranbourne North - East | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,925 | 18,304 | -29% |
| Median household income | $113,600 | $94,695 | +20% |
| 5-year population growth | 48.2% | 30.4% | +17.8 pts |
Community & demographics
Who lives in Cranbourne North - East, and what it means for a franchise. Every figure below is a real ABS Census 2021 median for this area, not an estimate.
| Measure | Cranbourne North - East | What it signals for franchising |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30 years | Younger market, skews to fitness, quick-service food and services |
| Average household size | 3.5 people | Family-heavy, favours food, education and household services |
| Median household income | $2,184/wk | Overall spending power of the local market |
| Median family income | $2,183/wk | Discretionary spend of family households |
| Median personal income | $856/wk | Individual earnings, a labour-cost and spend signal |
| Median rent | $401/wk | Cost of living and a proxy for commercial rents |
| Median mortgage | $2,029/mo | Homeowner cost base in the area |
Source: ABS Census 2021 G02 + ERP 2016→2021 · SA2 Cranbourne North - East (212031559). Incomes are median weekly (household income is also shown annualised in the headline stats).
Survival & viability analysis
Food & Beverage viability: High
The food & beverage opportunity in Cranbourne North - East scores 70 out of 100. With a population of 12,925, the catchment is smaller, so demand may support only one well-sited food & beverage outlet. At about 1 existing food & beverage operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($113,600) runs above the state average ($94,695), supporting discretionary spend. Population is growing at 48.2% over five years, ahead of the state pace of 30.4%, new demand is still arriving.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food & Beverage | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Retail | 1 | Low | Gap |
| Beauty & Health | 1 | Low | Gap |
| B2B Services | 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 Cranbourne North - East
Acai Brothers
Boost Juice
Bakers Delight
Banjo's Bakehouse
Bucking Bull
Burger Urge
How Cranbourne North - East compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbourne North - East | 12,925 | 70 | Food & Beverage |
| 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 Cranbourne North - East?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Food & Beverage scores highest for Cranbourne North - East at 70/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Bakery & Dessert and Quick-Service Food.
How much does a franchise cost in Cranbourne North - East?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Food & Beverage franchises run $250,000–$750,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=210). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Cranbourne North - East good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 62/100 in Cranbourne North - East, 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.