Survivability Rankings for Bakery in Denver

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Denver neighborhoods to open a Bakery, at a good address, from Platt Park (84.0% survival) to Trails at First Creek (52.6%).

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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: Platt Park: 84.0% at a good address, 83.3% at a typical address for Bakery (17 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure)
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 137 of 186 ranked
  • Average across the 186 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 72.8% for Bakeries
  • Most challenging area: Trails at First Creek: 52.6% at a good address, 50.7% 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

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Denver, Platt Park ranks #1 for opening a Bakery, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 83.3% at a typical address (17 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 79.0%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Trails at First Creek, at 52.6% at a good address and 50.7% at a typical address. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Denver to Open a Bakery?

Platt Park ranks #1 of the 186 ranked neighborhoods in and around Denver for Bakery 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
1Platt ParkDenver84.0%83.3%84.0%79.0%
2City Park WestDenver84.0%83.3%84.0%79.5%
3HighlandDenver84.0%82.6%84.0%73.2%
4Heritage Eagle BendDenver84.0%82.2%84.0%76.8%
5Jefferson ParkDenver84.0%82.1%84.0%76.4%
6Five PointsDenver84.0%81.0%84.0%65.6%
7Lincoln ParkDenver84.0%80.9%84.0%69.2%
8ColeDenver84.0%80.6%84.0%62.8%
9OverlandDenver84.0%80.4%84.0%50.2%
10West ColfaxDenver84.0%80.4%84.0%65.1%

A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

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 Denver Would a Bakery Make the Most Money?

Where a Bakery would make the most money in or around Denver 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.

Platt Park is ranked #1 for Bakery survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 83.3% at a typical address; Trails at First Creek is ranked last of the 186, at 52.6% at a good address and 50.7% 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.

Our data shows the projected chance for the same business type moving a long way between neighborhoods of one city. Opening a Bakery in Denver requires careful location choice. Across the 186 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Bakery lasts two or more years is 72.8% at a typical address. Survivability predictions are business-type-specific because consumer behavior differs fundamentally across categories.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Bakery in or Around Denver?

When selecting a location for a Bakery in or around Denver, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The most important factor for a business's success is the Revenue Capture Score for the business at the location it selects. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. StreetSpring measures competition through a 30-factor framework. A certain density of competitors signals strong demand and can benefit all businesses. These forecasts are generated using StreetSpring's unique analytical framework. 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. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, housing vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.


Where in or Around Denver Should I Start a Bakery?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Platt Park, City Park West, and Highland, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Trails at First Creek, Sun Meadow, and Sand Creek Ranch. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Denver to Open a Bakery?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Bakery in Denver is Platt Park, at 84.0% at a good address and 83.3% at a typical address (17 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure), followed by City Park West and Highland. 137 of the 186 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.


Can a Bakery Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Denver?

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. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Bakery Rankings in Denver 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 Denver.


Is a Bakery a Good Tenant for Denver Landlords?

In Platt Park, the projected chance that a new Bakery lasts two or more years is 83.3% 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 Bakery in Denver

Tenant longevity is a top concern for commercial landlords. In Platt Park, the top-ranked neighborhood in Denver, a Bakery tenant has a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.3% at a typical address. City Park West follows at 83.3% at a typical address, while Highland shows 82.6% at a typical address. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront in the live tool.

StreetSpring provides highly detailed forecasts: revealing how long hundreds of business types are likely to last at a specific address.

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


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

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

  • Business Survivability Rankings: Denver: See how Bakery compares to all other business types in Denver
  • Best Cities to Open a Bakery in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Bakery
  • Business Survivability in Platt Park, Denver: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in City Park West, Denver: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in Highland, Denver: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Denver

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