Franchise opportunities in Fremantle, WA
Geography: this report covers the Fremantle 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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For sale & open territories in Fremantle
161 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Fremantle:
HomeCaring
Nurse Next Door
Jim's Antennas
Jim's Bathrooms
Amazing Clean
Electrodry Carpet Cleaning
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Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Aged & Disability Support
752. Home & Trade Services
75What it costs to start in Fremantle
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Fremantle best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q2 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Fremantle fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aged & Disability Support | $90K–$300K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 75 |
| Home & Trade Services | $45K–$180K | $35,000 | 8.0% | 75 |
| Cleaning | $30K–$120K | $25,000 | 9.0% | 72 |
| Real Estate | $80K–$300K | $35,000 | 8.0% | 67 |
| Retail | $180K–$600K | $45,000 | 5.5% | 66 |
| Mortgage & Finance | $45K–$140K | $30,000 | 8.0% | 65 |
Fees: Q2 2026 Fee Index. The fit score blendsFremantle’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Fremantle snapshot
| Metric | Fremantle | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 32,000 | 16,989 | +88% |
| Median household income | $98,100 | $98,804 | -1% |
| 5-year population growth | 9.2% | 9.0% | +0.2 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Aged & Disability Support viability: High
The aged & disability support opportunity in Fremantle scores 75 out of 100. With a population of 32,000, there is a solid customer base, enough to sustain about 1 aged & disability support outlet. At about 1 existing aged & disability support operator, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($98,100) sits below the state average ($98,804), which can favour value-led formats. Population is growing at 9.2% over five years, ahead of the state pace of 9.0%, new demand is still arriving.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick-Service Food | 37 | High | Saturated |
| Bakery & Dessert | 13 | High | Saturated |
| Coffee & Café | 114 | High | Saturated |
| Fitness & Wellbeing | 37 | High | Saturated |
| Automotive | 12 | High | Saturated |
| Food & Beverage | 110 | High | Saturated |
Operator counts are live data (OpenStreetMap for storefronts, ABS business counts for services) as at 2026-07-31. See methodology.
How Fremantle compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Thornlie | 24,586 | $81,700 | 2.5% | Quick-Service Food | 69 |
| Armadale - Wungong - Brookdale | 24,139 | $67,900 | 23.4% | Real Estate | 72 |
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Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Fremantle?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Aged & Disability Support scores highest for Fremantle at 75/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Home & Trade Services and Cleaning.
How much does a franchise cost in Fremantle?
Fees don't vary by suburb, Aged & Disability Support franchises run $90,000–$300,000 all-in nationally (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=37). See the Fee Index for the full breakdown.
Is Fremantle good for a coffee franchise?
It's a tighter market: a coffee & café franchise scores 56/100 in Fremantle, with about 114 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: Q2 2026 Fee Index.
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