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Emerging, working class, hospital precinct

Is Midland a Good Place for a Cafe, Restaurant
or Retail Shop? (Perth)

Midland is Perth's eastern hub, recently transformed by the new St John of God Hospital and Midland Gate expansion. A formerly underserved market now attracting significant investment and population growth.

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Population
~21,000
Avg Income
$62,000
Foot Traffic
Moderate
Parking
Easy
Rent Range
$1,500–$4,000/month

Demand by Business Type

How well does Midland suit each type of business?

Cafes
RECOMMENDED
63/100
Restaurants
57/100
Retail
54/100
Gyms
RECOMMENDED
59/100
Takeaway
RECOMMENDED
63/100

Market Insight

Midland is Perth's best value emerging opportunity. The new hospital brings thousands of staff and visitors daily. Rents are among the lowest in the Perth metropolitan area while demand is rising sharply. Strong opportunity for takeaway and café operators.

— Locatalyze Market Analysis

Top Commercial Streets

Great Northern Highway
Yelverton Drive

Nearby Traffic Drivers

St John of God Midland Hospital
Midland Gate Shopping Centre
Midland Train Station

Best suited for

Business types with strong opportunity in Midland

Takeaway Cafes Gyms

Tougher market

Retail Restaurants

Who shops here

Working families, hospital staff, outer suburbs residents
Suburb Vibe
Emerging, working class, hospital precinct

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