Survivability Rankings for Bar in Charlotte

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Charlotte neighborhoods to open a Bar, at a good address, from Barclay Downs (84.0% survival) to Logan (Concord) (78.1%).

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By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Barclay Downs: 84.0% at a good address, 81.2% at a typical address for Bar (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure)
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 43 of 45 ranked
  • Average across the 45 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 76.9% for Bars
  • Most challenging area: Logan (Concord): 78.1% at a good address, 69.2% at a typical address
  • Revenue Capture Score: the most important factor in choosing a location, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Charlotte to open a Bar is Barclay Downs, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 81.2% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 72.3%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Logan (Concord), at 78.1% at a good address and 69.2% at a typical address. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Charlotte to Open a Bar?

Barclay Downs ranks #1 of the 45 ranked neighborhoods in and around Charlotte for Bar survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodMetroAt a good addressAverage (typical address)Best LocationsChallenging Locations
1Barclay DownsCharlotte84.0%81.2%84.0%72.3%
2UptownCharlotte84.0%79.6%84.0%62.8%
3DilworthCharlotte84.0%79.3%84.0%62.4%
4Madison ParkCharlotte84.0%75.9%84.0%58.4%
5FoxcroftCharlotte84.0%75.8%84.0%56.6%
6ElizabethCharlotte83.8%74.9%84.0%57.0%
7North CharlotteCharlotte83.6%81.9%84.0%76.8%
8Plaza MidwoodCharlotte83.6%81.0%84.0%76.4%
9CollingwoodCharlotte83.6%79.1%84.0%71.8%
10North Sharon AmityCharlotte83.6%78.9%84.0%69.2%

Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, housing vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

The ranking runs on the good-address figure (the 90th percentile of the scored addresses in each neighborhood). Average is the typical address; Best and Challenging Locations are the highest and lowest scored address in the neighborhood. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. See our full methodology →

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Where in or Around Charlotte Would a Bar Make the Most Money?

Where a Bar would make the most money in or around Charlotte comes down to the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address.

Barclay Downs is ranked #1 for Bar survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 81.2% at a typical address; Logan (Concord) is ranked last of the 45, at 78.1% at a good address and 69.2% at a typical address. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

Location is one of the few things about a new business you can measure before it opens. Opening a Bar in Charlotte requires careful location choice. Across the 45 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Bar lasts two or more years is 76.9% at a typical address. Consumer spending patterns differ dramatically across business types and micro-locations.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Bar in or Around Charlotte?

When selecting a location for a Bar in or around Charlotte, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. StreetSpring's proprietary Revenue Capture Score, the revenue a business can capture at a specific address, is the factor that matters most when choosing where to open. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. We apply advanced machine learning to massive commercial real estate datasets to build accurate models. Moderate competition often indicates a healthy market with proven consumer demand. These insights come from StreetSpring's exclusive, in-house forecasting models. StreetSpring scores 500+ business types: 153 base business types, most of them at 5 price points, which is 569 type-and-price combinations you can choose in the tool.

This can be summarized as:

Revenue Capture Score = Projected Market Share × Forecasted Spend on Specific Business

Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.


Where in or Around Charlotte Should I Start a Bar?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Barclay Downs, Uptown, and Dilworth, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Logan (Concord), Hembstead, and Sardis Woods. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Charlotte to Open a Bar?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Bar in Charlotte is Barclay Downs, at 84.0% at a good address and 81.2% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure), followed by Uptown and Dilworth. 43 of the 45 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.


Can a Bar Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Charlotte?

Yes, neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation. Even in neighborhoods ranked outside the top 10, individual storefronts with strong foot traffic, low direct competition, and favorable lease terms can outperform the area average. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Bar Rankings in Charlotte Updated?

StreetSpring recalculates survivability scores regularly using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Rankings are updated quarterly; the live tool always reflects the most current predictions for any address in Charlotte.


Is a Bar a Good Tenant for Charlotte Landlords?

In Barclay Downs, the projected chance that a new Bar lasts two or more years is 81.2% at a typical address and 84.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Bar in Charlotte

If you own commercial property in Charlotte and are considering a Bar tenant, here is what the data shows: Barclay Downs is ranked first (81.2% at a typical address), Uptown second (79.6% at a typical address), and Dilworth third (79.3% at a typical address). Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront in the live tool.

Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, housing vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.

Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity


What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Charlotte for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Charlotte to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Charlotte.

  • Business Survivability Rankings: Charlotte: See how Bar compares to all other business types in Charlotte
  • Best Cities to Open a Bar in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Bar
  • Business Survivability in Barclay Downs, Charlotte: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in Uptown, Charlotte: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in Dilworth, Charlotte: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Charlotte are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

View technical data for Charlotte

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the figures shown here.