How much more revenue can a Watch Store or Repair Shop make in the best vs. average Phoenix neighborhood?

In Reed Park, the best possible Watch Store or Repair Shop location in Phoenix offers approximately 3.4% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 1.7% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Watch Store or Repair Shop in Phoenix?

The city-wide average survivability for Watch Store or Repair Shop across Phoenix is 75% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Reed Park substantially outperform this average, reaching 76%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Watch Store or Repair Shop in Phoenix?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Phoenix for Watch Store or Repair Shop include Ocotillo with 74% average survival chance, Alhambra, and Reed Park. Location-level factors like visibility and adjacent tenants can override neighborhood-level trends.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Watch Store or Repair Shop survivability predictions?

StreetSpring publishes its accuracy on the methodology page, stated with its base rate: how often the model tells an open business from a closed one on cities held out of training, its precision on risk flags, and its discrimination. Each score draws on 100+ factors and is reported as the projected chance of lasting two or more years, never as a guarantee. StreetSpring delivers pinpoint accuracy down to the exact storefront location.

Survivability Rankings for Watch Store or Repair Shop in Phoenix

Q: What is the best neighborhood in Phoenix to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Phoenix to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop is Reed Park, with 76% average survivability. 1 of 3 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

Q: Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Phoenix?

Yes — neighborhood rankings are averages that 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. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Phoenix to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop, from Reed Park (76% survival) to Oc...

September 22, 2026•12 min read

By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: September 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address

#1 Neighborhood: Reed Park — 76% average survivability for Watch Store or Repair Shop

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 1 of 3 analyzed

City-wide average: 75% for Watch & Repair Shops

Most challenging area: Ocotillo at 74%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~3.4% more expected revenue in Reed Park

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

Summary
10 Best Neighborhoods
Where Would a Watch Store or Repair Shop Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Watch Store or Repair Shop a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Phoenix to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop is Reed Park with 76% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 78% and the most challenging locations in Reed Park at 70%. The worst neighborhoods include Ocotillo with 74% average chance. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Phoenix to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

Reed Park ranks #1 of 3 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Phoenix for Watch Store or Repair Shop survivability, with a 76% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Reed Park	73.0% – 78.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	70.0% – 72.0%
2	Alhambra	72.0% – 76.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	68.0% – 70.0%
3	Ocotillo	72.0% – 76.0%	78.0% – 80.0%	70.0% – 72.0%

A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts — the address matters most. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly — the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

Survivability ranges reflect best and worst storefront conditions within each neighborhood. See our full methodology →

Try StreetSpring to see if this location is still the best and see if there are locations to rent in this area right now.

Where in or Around Phoenix Would a Watch Store or Repair Shop Make the Most Money?

In Reed Park, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~3.4% more than the average location in or around Phoenix.

On the other hand, in Ocotillo, the worst possible location could result in making ~1.7% less than the average location in the city.

A great concept in the wrong location will almost always underperform a good concept in the right one. Opening a Watch Store or Repair Shop in Phoenix requires careful location choice. Across 3 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Watch Store or Repair Shop is 75% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Our models show that the optimal location profile varies dramatically from one business category to the next.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Watch Store or Repair Shop in or Around Phoenix?

When selecting a location for a Watch Store or Repair Shop in or around Phoenix, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Our models show that Revenue Capture Score explains more outcome variance than any other individual metric. 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 has analyzed hundreds of thousands of business outcomes across major US metros. Some of the best-performing locations are surrounded by complementary competitors that drive foot traffic. Our proprietary models incorporate data sources not available through any public platform. 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

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly — the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

Where in or Around Phoenix Should I Start a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Reed Park, Alhambra, and Ocotillo, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Ocotillo, Alhambra, and Reed Park. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly — the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

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Business Survivability Rankings: Phoenix
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National City Survivability: Watch Store or Repair Shop
National Neighborhood Survivability: Watch Store or Repair Shop

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Phoenix to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Watch Store or Repair Shop in Phoenix is Reed Park with 76% average survivability, followed by Alhambra and Ocotillo. 1 of 3 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Phoenix?

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. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Watch Store or Repair Shop Rankings in Phoenix 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 Phoenix.

Is a Watch Store or Repair Shop a Good Tenant for Phoenix Landlords?

In Reed Park, StreetSpring forecasts a 73.0% – 78.0% average chance for a new Watch Store or Repair Shop to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Watch Store or Repair Shop in Phoenix

From a risk-assessment perspective, a Watch Store or Repair Shop tenant in Reed Park carries the lowest risk with average survivability of 73.0% – 78.0%. Alhambra presents moderate risk (72.0% – 76.0%), and Ocotillo carries comparatively higher risk at 72.0% – 76.0%. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

StreetSpring can give you the precise likelihood that hundreds of different businesses will last at an exact address.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Phoenix — See how Watch Store or Repair Shop compares to all other business types in Phoenix
Best Cities to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Watch Store or Repair Shop
Business Survivability in Reed Park, Phoenix — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Alhambra, Phoenix — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Ocotillo, Phoenix — All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Phoenix

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

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