Franchises for sale in Bunbury, WA
Geography: this report covers the Bunbury regional centre and its surrounds. 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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For sale & open territories in Bunbury
161 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Bunbury:
Cold Rock Ice Creamery
Donut Bros
Absolute Cosmetic
Brazilian Butterfly
Advanced Hair Studio
Hairhouse
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Top 3 franchise categories by opportunity score
1. Bakery & Dessert
68What it costs to start in Bunbury
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Bunbury best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q3 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Bunbury fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery & Dessert | $350,000–$625,000 | $50,000 | Not enough data | 68 |
| Beauty & Health | $150,000–$494,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 66 |
| Hair & Barber | $243,000–$482,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 66 |
| Childcare & Early Learning | $762,000–$4,900,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 61 |
| Real Estate | $80,000–$350,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 61 |
| Retail | $200,000–$511,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 60 |
Fees: Q3 2026 Fee Index (“Not enough data” means fewer than five systems publish that figure). The fit score blends Bunbury’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Bunbury snapshot
| Metric | Bunbury | Typical WA area | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 75,000 | 13,245 | +466% |
| Median household income | $69,000 | $97,800 | -29% |
| 5-year population growth | 4.8% | 6.1% | -1.3 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Bakery & Dessert viability: High
The bakery & dessert opportunity in Bunbury scores 68 out of 100. With a population of 75,000, there is a solid customer base, enough to sustain about 6 bakery & dessert outlets. At about 4 existing bakery & dessert operators, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($69,000) sits below the typical comparable area in the state ($97,800), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery & Dessert | 4 | Low | Gap |
| Beauty & Health | 3 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 4 | Low | Gap |
| Childcare & Early Learning | 3 | Low | Gap |
| Pet Services | 5 | High | Saturated |
| Health & Medical | 9 | High | Saturated |
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 Bunbury compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunbury | 75,000 | $69,000 | 4.8% | Bakery & Dessert | 68 |
| Mandurah | 101,000 | $66,200 | 12.1% | Bakery & Dessert | 71 |
| Fremantle | 32,000 | $98,100 | 9.2% | Aged & Disability Support | 75 |
| Baldivis - South | 27,027 | $112,400 | 12.3% | Pet Services | 81 |
| Bayswater - Embleton - Bedford | 25,412 | $104,600 | 6.4% | Quick-Service Food | 80 |
| Canning Vale - East | 25,396 | $117,500 | 6.3% | Quick-Service Food | 83 |
| Butler - Merriwa - Ridgewood | 24,594 | $80,200 | 1.7% | Quick-Service Food | 67 |
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Frequently asked questions
Are there franchises for sale in Bunbury?
Yes. 161 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Bunbury. Territory data is recorded by state (Western Australia), so confirm which parts of Bunbury are open with each franchisor. Compare open territories and match your budget below.
What franchise is best for Bunbury?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Bakery & Dessert scores highest for Bunbury at 68/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Beauty & Health and Hair & Barber.
How much does a franchise cost in Bunbury?
Fees don't vary by suburb. Across the Bakery & Dessert systems that publish their costs, the Q3 2026 Fee Index shows a median all-in cost of $350,000–$625,000 (41 systems) and a $50,000 median initial fee (5 systems) nationally. See the Fee Index for every category.
Is Bunbury good for a coffee franchise?
It's a tighter market: a coffee & café franchise scores 45/100 in Bunbury, with about 27 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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