Franchises for sale 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.
Create your free buyer profile
Save Rockingham to your profile and get alerted the moment a franchise opens a territory here. Free, private, no account needed to browse.
For sale & open territories in Rockingham
161 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Rockingham:
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.
Loading nearby operators in Rockingham…
Top 3 franchise categories by opportunity score
1. Quick-Service Food
823. Bakery & Dessert
76What 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 (Q3 2026 Fee Index, national medians).
| Category | Total investment | Initial fee | Royalty | Rockingham fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick-Service Food | $337,000–$675,000 | $45,000 | 6.0% | 82 |
| Automotive | $156,000–$500,000 | $40,000 | 6.5% | 76 |
| Bakery & Dessert | $350,000–$625,000 | $50,000 | Not enough data | 76 |
| Coffee & Café | $300,000–$700,000 | $35,000 | 6.0% | 76 |
| Health & Medical | $396,000–$775,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 76 |
| Beauty & Health | $150,000–$494,000 | Not enough data | Not enough data | 75 |
Fees: Q3 2026 Fee Index (“Not enough data” means fewer than five systems publish that figure). The fit score blends Rockingham’s demand, competition, demographics and growth, see methodology.
Rockingham snapshot
| Metric | Rockingham | Typical WA area | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 140,000 | 140,000 | +0% |
| Median household income | $89,600 | $98,100 | -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 typical comparable area in the state ($98,100), 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 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 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 |
Keep exploring Rockingham & Western Australia
By category in Rockingham
Nearby Western Australia areas
Zoom out
Model the running costs in Rockingham
Free calculators, your figures, instant, no sign-up.
Frequently asked questions
Are there franchises for sale in Rockingham?
Yes. 161 franchise systems are recruiting new territories that cover Rockingham. Territory data is recorded by state (Western Australia), so confirm which parts of Rockingham are open with each franchisor. Compare open territories and match your budget below.
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. Across the Quick-Service Food systems that publish their costs, the Q3 2026 Fee Index shows a median all-in cost of $337,000–$675,000 (173 systems), a $45,000 median initial fee (9 systems), a 6.0% median royalty (9 systems) and a 4.3% median marketing levy (9 systems) nationally. See the Fee Index for every category.
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: Q3 2026 Fee Index.
Ready to move on Rockingham?
Create a free buyer account to save opportunities, get alerts and see the full Rockingham data. Franchisors can list a territory and reach ready buyers.