Franchise opportunities in Joondalup, WA
Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Quick-Service Food
62Joondalup snapshot
| Metric | Joondalup | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 167,381 | 223,600 | -25% |
| Median household income | $88,100 | $77,858 | +13% |
| 5-year population growth | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Quick-Service Food viability: High
The quick-service food opportunity in Joondalup scores 62 out of 100. With a population of 167,381, this is a substantial catchment that could support roughly 22 quick-service food outlets in total. At about 22 existing quick-service food operators, competition sits below typical metro density — an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($88,100) runs above the state average ($77,858), supporting discretionary spend.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Est. operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee & Café | 24 | Low | Gap |
| Quick-Service Food | 22 | Low | Gap |
| Hair & Barber | 21 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 10 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 15 | Low | Gap |
| Childcare & Early Learning | 8 | 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 Joondalup
Domino's Pizza Australia
Guzman y Gomez
Gloria Jean's Coffees
Jamaica Blue
Boost Juice
Grill'd
How Joondalup compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Score | Top category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | 167,381 | 62 | Quick-Service Food |
| Newcastle | 322,278 | 76 | Quick-Service Food |
| Parramatta | 256,729 | 82 | Quick-Service Food |
| Geelong | 268,277 | 70 | Quick-Service Food |
| Gold Coast | 699,226 | 81 | Quick-Service Food |
Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Joondalup?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Quick-Service Food scores highest for Joondalup at 62/100 — competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Coffee & Café and Food & Beverage.
How much does a franchise cost in Joondalup?
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 Joondalup good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 57/100 in Joondalup, with about 24 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.