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Canberra

Canberra has the highest average income in Australia and a stable public sector workforce. The market is smaller but customers spend freely and are loyal to quality businesses.

Population
460K
Avg Income
$92,000
Market Demand
68/100
Business Climate
Strong

Top Areas in Canberra

Commercial rent ranges and foot traffic by precinct

Civic (City Centre)
Government Workers & Retail
$3,000–$8,000/mo
High
Braddon
Trendy & Café Strip
$2,500–$6,000/mo
High
Kingston
Affluent & Waterfront
$3,000–$7,000/mo
Moderate
Manuka
Upmarket Dining
$3,500–$8,000/mo
Moderate
Belconnen
Suburban Hub & University
$2,000–$4,500/mo
Moderate

Analyse by Business Type

See demand scores and opportunity insights for each business category in Canberra

Cafes
Demand
71/100 · High Opportunity
Restaurants
Demand
78/100 · High Opportunity
Retail
Demand
61/100 · Moderate Opportunity
Gyms
Demand
58/100 · Moderate Opportunity
Takeaway
Demand
65/100 · Moderate Opportunity

Market Strengths

Highest income per capita in AustraliaStable workforceLow crimeStrong lunch trade

Market Challenges

Small population ceilingGovernment budget-dependent economyLimited tourist tradeParking-dependent

Economic Overview

Key Industries
Government, Education, Defence, Technology
City Tagline
High Income, Captive Audience
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