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Report Overview
The Australia candy market, valued at AUD 2.26 billion in 2025, has seen substantial growth, driven by the increasing popularity of indulgent snacks and treats, alongside a strong consumer preference for sweets. The market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.80% from 2026 to 2035, potentially reaching AUD 3.28 billion by 2035. As consumers become more health-conscious, there is a rising demand for premium, sugar-free, or organic candy options.
- According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the percentage contribution of confectionery items such as lollies, jellies and marshmallows to free sugars increased from 5.8% in 2019-20 to 6.2% in 2020-21.
- Mars Wrigley launched M&M’s new flavour variant combining milk chocolate and cookie dough into the bite-sized treat.
- Victoria and New South Wales constituted 52.8% and 15.3% respectively of all the confectionery makers employed in Australia.
Compound Annual Growth Rate
3.8%
Value in AUD billion
2026-2035
Supermarkets and hypermarkets have been driving the Australia candy market due to their product variety, convenience, and shopping preferences.
| Australia Candy Market Report Summary | Description | Value |
| Base Year | AUD billion | 2025 |
| Historical Period | AUD billion | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | AUD billion | 2026-2035 |
| Market Size 2025 | AUD billion | 2.26 |
| Market Size 2035 | AUD billion | 3.28 |
| CAGR 2019-2025 | Percentage | XX% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 | Percentage | 3.80% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region | Australian Capital Territory | 4.3% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Region | Queensland | 3.4% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Type | Non-Chocolate Candy | 4.2% |
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by Distribution Channel | Online | 4.4% |
| Market Share by Region | Queensland | 28.2% |
The Australia candy market is being strengthened by hypermarkets and supermarkets, which offer a wide variety of products to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers. These markets have a dedicated and diverse range of candies or lollies providing various ranges of products for the vast selection of products. They also display these products at seasonal events through themed displays, seasonal packaging, and special promotions, leading to an increase in Australia candy market revenue.
The growing focus on sustainable and ethical practices has led manufacturers and companies to adopt sustainable practices such as ingredients being sustainably sourced, ethical production facilities and environmentally friendly packaging materials being used to reduce carbon footprint and attract eco-conscious consumers. This has led to sustainability becoming a growing trend in the Australia candy market.
According to the Australia Bureau of Statistics, the percentage contribution of chocolate to free sugars increased to 10.4% in 2020-21.
"Australia Candy Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035" offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Type
- Chocolate Candy
- Non-Chocolate Candy
Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- Speciality Stores
- Online
- Others
Market Breakup by Region
- New South Wales
- Victoria
- Queensland
- Australian Capital Territory
- Western Australia
- Others
Australia Candy Market Share
Individuals favour chocolate candy for its rich taste and variety, including milk, dark, and white chocolate options, as well as filled chocolates and bars. While non-chocolate candy, such as gummies and hard candies are also preferred by individuals, therefore, chocolate candy dominates the market due to its versatile appeal and the wide range of products catering to diverse taste preferences.
| CAGR 2026-2035 - Market by | Region |
| Australian Capital Territory | 4.3% |
| Queensland | 3.4% |
| New South Wales | 3.0% |
| Victoria | XX% |
| Western Australia | XX% |
| Others | XX% |
Leading Companies in the Australia Candy Market
The growth of the Candy market is fuelled by individuals preferring on-the-go snacking options as it provides convenience, manufacturers are developing convenient and innovative products with various flavours and textures.
- Nestlé Australia Ltd
- Mars, Incorporated
- HARIBO Australia
- AustSweetCo.
- Coffs Candy Kitchens
- Johnson's Quality Maid Confectionery
- Walkers Candy Co
- Others
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Key Questions Answered in the Report
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.80% between 2026 and 2035.
Based on the type, the candy market is bifurcated into chocolate candy and non-chocolate candy.
Key players in the industry are Nestlé Australia Ltd, Stuart Alexander & Co Pty Ltd., HARIBO Australia, AustSweetCo., Coffs Candy Kitchens, Johnson's Quality Maid Confectionery and Walkers Candy Co. among others.
The different distribution channels in the candy market include supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, speciality stores, online and others.
The market is broken down into New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Australian Capital Territory, and Western Australia, and others.
In 2025, the Australia candy market reached an approximate value of AUD 2.26 billion.
The market is estimated to witness healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach a value of around AUD 3.28 billion by 2035.
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| Report Features | Details |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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