Is Vollen Worth Building a Padel Center In?

As of November 2026, Padelnomics counts one padel club in Vollen, Norway, or 8.1 padel courts per 100,000 residents, in a city of about 62,000 residents. Its Padelnomics Score, our rating of the opportunity for a new club, is 75 out of 100. Source: Padelnomics, from booking platforms, public map data and official population statistics.

Padel Venues
1
padelnomics Score
75.0/100
Courts/100K
8.1
Population
62K
Key takeaway: Vollen is a standout investment opportunity — strong demand signals, meaningful supply gaps, and unit economics that support new builds.

Yes — Vollen ranks among the most promising locations in Norway with a padelnomics Score of 75.0/100. This page breaks down what a padel investment in Vollen 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 Vollen actually return? The financial model below uses the national court prices and occupancy for Norway and the country's build costs; the figures measured in Vollen itself are in Research.

What Does a Padel Investment Cost in Vollen?

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

Vollen, NO Investment Breakdown
Item Amount Detail
Padel Courts NOK 580,000 2×dbl + 0×sgl
Shipping NOK 35,200
Floor Preparation NOK 120,000
HVAC Upgrade NOK 200,000
Lighting Upgrade NOK 100,000
Fit-Out & Reception NOK 390,000
Permits & Compliance NOK 190,000
Equipment NOK 30,540
Working Capital NOK 150,000
Miscellaneous NOK 70,500
Contingency (10%) NOK 186,624
Total CAPEX NOK 2,052,864
Per Court NOK 1,026,432
Per m² NOK 2,774
LTV 0%
Equity NOK 2,052,864
Loan NOK 0
Total NOK 2,052,864

Construction costs vary significantly depending on whether you build an indoor or outdoor facility. Indoor halls in Norway 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 Vollen

Vollen, NO Revenue & Operating Costs

Revenue Model

Weighted Rate NOK 338/hr
Utilization Target 20%
Booked Hours/mo 186

Monthly OPEX

Item Monthly Detail
Rent NOK 29,600 740m² × NOK 40/m²
Insurance NOK 4,750
Electricity NOK 4,250
Heating NOK 4,750
Water NOK 1,250
Maintenance NOK 4,500
Cleaning NOK 4,500
Marketing / Software / Misc NOK 5,250
Staff NOK 23,000 2 × NOK 11500
Total Monthly OPEX NOK 81,850

Monthly Summary

Gross Revenue NOK 78,991
Booking Fees −NOK 6,273
Net Revenue NOK 72,718
Operating Costs −NOK 81,850
EBITDA −NOK 9,132
Debt Service NOK 0
Net Cash Flow −NOK 9,132

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

Vollen, NO Returns & Financing

Return Metrics

IRR (5yr) 1,000.0%
MOIC −0.75x
Payback N/A
Cash-on-Cash −5.6%
Yield on Cost −5.8%
EBITDA Margin −13%

Exit Analysis

Exit Value (6.0x EBITDA) −NOK 711,736
Remaining Loan NOK 0
Net Exit −NOK 711,736

Financing

Loan Amount NOK 0
Rate / Term 5.0% / 10yr
Monthly Payment NOK 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 Norway. Adjust the assumptions in the planner to model your specific scenario.

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Market Context

At 8.1 courts per 100K residents, Vollen has moderate padel coverage. There is proven demand, but room for new facilities — particularly in underserved areas of the city or with a differentiated offering.

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.

Vollen Market Overview

Metric Value
Courts 5
Courts per 100K residents 8.1
Venues 1
Venues per 100K residents 1.6
padelnomics Score 75.0/100
Data Confidence 100%

FAQ

Is Vollen a good location for a padel center?

Vollen scores 75.0/100 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 Vollen?

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 Vollen; 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 Vollen?

Total investment depends on venue type (indoor vs outdoor), land costs, and local construction standards in Norway. Typical benchmarks: an indoor court costs around NOK 290,000 for court equipment plus building and fit-out; outdoor courts are significantly cheaper. Use the financial planner for a detailed Vollen cost breakdown.

How many padel courts are there in Vollen?

Vollen has 5 padel courts across 1 venues. With a population of 62K, that translates to 8.1 courts per 100,000 residents.

What are typical padel court rental prices in Vollen?

Padel prices in Vollen 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 Vollen compare to other Norway cities?

Vollen's padelnomics Score of 75.0/100 reflects its investment potential among tracked Norway cities. See the Norway market overview for a full comparison across cities.

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