Franchise opportunities in Rockingham, WA
Geography: this report covers the Rockingham 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 Rockingham
161 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Rockingham:
Bucking Bull
Chatime
ABS Auto
Auto Masters
Cold Rock Ice Creamery
Donut Bros
Rockingham on the map
Where Rockingham sits and the real local businesses around its centre, the operators a new franchise would compete with. Tap a pin for the business name and type.
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Top 3 recommended franchise categories
1. Quick-Service Food
82What it costs to start in Rockingham
Franchise fees don’t change by suburb, but the categories that fit Rockingham best sit in these all-in investment ranges (Q2 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Rockingham fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick-Service Food | $350K–$900K | $50,000 | 7.0% | 82 |
| Automotive | $120K–$500K | $45,000 | 7.5% | 76 |
| Bakery & Dessert | $200K–$550K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 76 |
| Coffee & Café | $118K–$450K | $45,000 | 6.5% | 76 |
| Health & Medical | $180K–$650K | $48,000 | 6.0% | 76 |
| Beauty & Health | $150K–$480K | $42,000 | 6.0% | 75 |
Fees: Q2 2026 Fee Index. The fit score blendsRockingham’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Rockingham snapshot
| Metric | Rockingham | State avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 140,000 | 16,989 | +724% |
| Median household income | $89,600 | $98,804 | -9% |
| 5-year population growth | 9.0% | 9.0% | +0.0 pts |
Survival & viability analysis
Quick-Service Food viability: High
The quick-service food opportunity in Rockingham scores 82 out of 100. With a population of 140,000, this is a substantial catchment that could support roughly 18 quick-service food outlets in total, around 6 more than the 12 already operating locally. At about 12 existing quick-service food operators, competition sits below typical metro density, an opening for a well-run entrant. Median household income ($89,600) sits below the state average ($98,804), which can favour value-led formats.
Nearby competition by category
| Category | Operators | Competition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick-Service Food | 12 | Low | Gap |
| Automotive | 5 | Low | Gap |
| Bakery & Dessert | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Coffee & Café | 15 | Low | Gap |
| Health & Medical | 2 | Low | Gap |
| Beauty & Health | 1 | Low | Gap |
Operator counts are live data (OpenStreetMap for storefronts, ABS business counts for services) as at 2026-07-31. See methodology.
How Rockingham compares to nearby areas
| Location | Population | Median income | 5-yr growth | Top category | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockingham | 140,000 | $89,600 | 9.0% | Quick-Service Food | 82 |
| Joondalup | 167,381 | $112,600 | 2.6% | Bakery & Dessert | 79 |
| Mandurah | 101,000 | $66,200 | 12.1% | Bakery & Dessert | 71 |
| Bunbury | 75,000 | $69,000 | 4.8% | Bakery & Dessert | 68 |
| 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 |
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Frequently asked questions
What franchise is best for Rockingham?
Based on population, income, growth and competition data, Quick-Service Food scores highest for Rockingham at 82/100, competition sits below typical metro density. The next best are Automotive and Bakery & Dessert.
How much does a franchise cost in Rockingham?
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 Rockingham good for a coffee franchise?
It's promising: a coffee & café franchise scores 76/100 in Rockingham, with about 15 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.
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