Is Alexandria Worth Building a Padel Center In?

As of November 2026, Padelnomics counts one padel club in Alexandria, Australia, or 142.6 padel courts per 100,000 residents, in a city of about 13,000 residents. Its Padelnomics Score, our rating of the opportunity for a new club, is 91 out of 100. Source: Padelnomics, from booking platforms, public map data and official population statistics.

Padel Venues
1
padelnomics Score
91.0/100
Courts/100K
142.6
Population
13K
Key takeaway: Alexandria is a standout investment opportunity — strong demand signals, meaningful supply gaps, and unit economics that support new builds.

Yes — Alexandria ranks among the most promising locations in Australia with a padelnomics Score of 91.0/100. This page breaks down what a padel investment in Alexandria costs, what it returns, and how the local market compares — with a financial model you can adjust to your scenario.

The question that matters: given current pricing, occupancy, and build costs, what does a padel investment in Alexandria actually return? The financial model below uses the national court prices and occupancy for Australia and the country's build costs; the figures measured in Alexandria itself are in Research.

What Does a Padel Investment Cost in Alexandria?

On national figures for Australia, here is what a padel center investment in Alexandria looks like:

Alexandria, AU Investment Breakdown
Item Amount Detail
Padel Courts A$ 792,000 18×dbl + 0×sgl
Shipping A$ 47,340
Floor Preparation A$ 21,000
HVAC Upgrade A$ 35,000
Lighting Upgrade A$ 18,000
Fit-Out & Reception A$ 70,000
Permits & Compliance A$ 21,000
Equipment A$ 12,978
Working Capital A$ 26,000
Miscellaneous A$ 10,500
Contingency (10%) A$ 105,382
Total CAPEX A$ 1,159,200
Per Court A$ 64,400
Per m² A$ 229
LTV 0%
Equity A$ 1,159,200
Loan A$ 0
Total A$ 1,159,200

Construction costs vary significantly depending on whether you build an indoor or outdoor facility. Indoor halls in Australia run considerably higher — structural build, ventilation, and lighting drive the cost. Outdoor courts are cheaper to construct but limit your operating season and revenue potential. The number of courts is the single biggest lever on total investment: each additional court lowers the per-court cost, but increases your total capital at risk.

Revenue Potential in Alexandria

Alexandria, AU Revenue & Operating Costs

Revenue Model

Weighted Rate A$ 77/hr
Utilization Target 40%
Booked Hours/mo 3,341

Monthly OPEX

Item Monthly Detail
Rent A$ 35,420 5060m² × A$7/m²
Insurance A$ 525
Electricity A$ 1,050
Heating A$ 700
Water A$ 225
Maintenance A$ 525
Cleaning A$ 525
Marketing / Software / Misc A$ 625
Staff A$ 31,500 18 × A$1750
Total Monthly OPEX A$ 71,095

Monthly Summary

Gross Revenue A$ 302,192
Booking Fees −A$ 25,791
Net Revenue A$ 276,401
Operating Costs −A$ 71,095
EBITDA A$ 205,306
Debt Service A$ 0
Net Cash Flow A$ 205,306

Revenue depends on three factors: court rental pricing, occupancy rates, and ancillary income (coaching, retail, food & beverage). Utilisation swings sharply by time of day and season — evenings and weekends tend to run at or near capacity, while weekday mornings and afternoons have idle courts. Per-venue median hourly rates, booked occupancy over time, and the spread across facilities are part of Padelnomics Research — the inputs above are calibrated from that data.

Financial Returns

Alexandria, AU Returns & Financing

Return Metrics

IRR (5yr) 176.4%
MOIC 24.05x
Payback 11 months
Cash-on-Cash 221.1%
Yield on Cost 230.1%
EBITDA Margin 74%

Exit Analysis

Exit Value (6.0x EBITDA) A$ 16,000,525
Remaining Loan A$ 0
Net Exit A$ 16,000,525

Financing

Loan Amount A$ 0
Rate / Term 5.0% / 10yr
Monthly Payment A$ 0

The return metrics above show how quickly your investment pays back and what long-term return you can expect. IRR (Internal Rate of Return) is the key metric — it accounts for the time value of money and lets you compare against alternative investments like real estate or equities. A payback period under 5 years is considered solid in the padel industry. These numbers use national figures for Australia. Adjust the assumptions in the planner to model your specific scenario.

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Market Context

With 142.6 courts per 100K residents, Alexandria has a relatively high padel density. This indicates a proven market with demonstrated demand — but also more competition for new entrants. Differentiation through location, facility quality, or pricing strategy becomes the key success factor.

Padel is growing rapidly across Europe — many markets are seeing venue counts double within a few years. The sport's relatively low barriers to entry (less space than tennis, faster learning curve for players) continue to drive expansion.

Alexandria Market Overview

Metric Value
Courts 18
Courts per 100K residents 142.6
Venues 1
Venues per 100K residents 7.9
padelnomics Score 91.0/100
Data Confidence 100%

FAQ

Is Alexandria a good location for a padel center?

Alexandria scores 91.0/100 on the padelnomics Score, which evaluates investment potential based on supply gaps, catchment reach, market maturity, and sports culture. A score above 65 signals strong investment potential: meaningful catchment area, supply gaps, and a sports-oriented population. Use the Padelnomics planner to model your specific assumptions.

What is the return on investment for a padel center in Alexandria?

ROI depends on build cost, court count, pricing, and occupancy assumptions. The defaults in the model above are calibrated from current market and booking data for Alexandria; the specific city- and venue-level inputs (median rates, per-venue occupancy, price trends) are part of Padelnomics Research. Adjust the inputs in the planner to see how your scenario compares.

How much does it cost to build a padel center in Alexandria?

Total investment depends on venue type (indoor vs outdoor), land costs, and local construction standards in Australia. Typical benchmarks: an indoor court costs around A$44,000 for court equipment plus building and fit-out; outdoor courts are significantly cheaper. Use the financial planner for a detailed Alexandria cost breakdown.

How many padel courts are there in Alexandria?

Alexandria has 18 padel courts across 1 venues. With a population of 13K, that translates to 142.6 courts per 100,000 residents.

What are typical padel court rental prices in Alexandria?

Padel prices in Alexandria vary between peak and off-peak hours, indoor vs outdoor facilities, and facility quality. City- and venue-level medians, P25–P75 spreads, and occupancy rates are part of Padelnomics Research — the inputs in the financial model above are calibrated from that data.

How does Alexandria compare to other Australia cities?

Alexandria's padelnomics Score of 91.0/100 reflects its investment potential among tracked Australia cities. See the Australia market overview for a full comparison across cities.

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