Australia Candy Market Size, Share and Growth Analysis Report: Forecast Trends and Outlook (2025-2034)

The Australia Candy Market was valued at AUD 2.18 Billion in 2025, and is projected to reach AUD 3.17 Billion by 2034, rising at a CAGR of 3.80%.

Supermarkets and hypermarkets have been driving the Australia candy market due to their product variety, convenience, and shopping preferences.

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.

This report 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.

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