Survivability Rankings for Dessert Shop in Seattle

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Seattle neighborhoods to open a Dessert Shop, at a good address, from Woodland (84.0% survival) to Somerset (65.8%).

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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: Woodland: 84.0% at a good address, 82.1% at a typical address for Dessert Shop (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure)
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 59 of 94 ranked
  • Average across the 94 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 71.6% for Dessert Shops
  • Most challenging area: Somerset: 65.8% at a good address, 57.9% 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 Seattle, Woodland ranks #1 for opening a Dessert Shop, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 82.1% at a typical address (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 76.4%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Somerset, at 65.8% at a good address and 57.9% at a typical address. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Seattle to Open a Dessert Shop?

Woodland ranks #1 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods in and around Seattle for Dessert Shop 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
1WoodlandSeattle84.0%82.1%84.0%76.4%
2FremontSeattle84.0%79.8%84.0%61.0%
3North Queen AnneSeattle84.0%79.6%84.0%62.4%
4East Queen AnneSeattle84.0%77.8%84.0%54.3%
5West Queen AnneSeattle84.0%75.6%84.0%51.6%
6Crown HillSeattle84.0%70.4%84.0%49.8%
7Northwest EverettSeattle83.6%79.5%84.0%66.0%
8RiversideSeattle83.6%78.8%84.0%66.0%
9GreenwoodSeattle83.6%78.6%84.0%58.4%
10InterbaySeattle83.6%77.9%84.0%57.0%

Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any 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 Seattle Would a Dessert Shop Make the Most Money?

Where a Dessert Shop would make the most money in or around Seattle 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.

Woodland is ranked #1 for Dessert Shop survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 82.1% at a typical address; Somerset is ranked last of the 94, at 65.8% at a good address and 57.9% 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.

The rankings below show how far apart the neighborhoods of one city sit for the same business type. Opening a Dessert Shop in Seattle requires careful location choice. Across the 94 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Dessert Shop lasts two or more years is 71.6% at a typical address. Survivability predictions are business-type-specific because consumer behavior differs fundamentally across categories.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Dessert Shop in or Around Seattle?

When selecting a location for a Dessert Shop in or around Seattle, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The single most important number in a location decision is the Revenue Capture Score, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. Our platform incorporates data from thousands of neighborhoods nationwide. Some competition is beneficial to attract customers with similar intents to the same area. StreetSpring's predictions leverage proprietary datasets covering competition, spending, and mobility. 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 Seattle Should I Start a Dessert Shop?

StreetSpring identifies the strongest markets as Woodland, Fremont, and North Queen Anne, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Somerset, West Lake Sammamish, and Olympic Manor. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Seattle to Open a Dessert Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Dessert Shop in Seattle is Woodland, at 84.0% at a good address and 82.1% at a typical address (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure), followed by Fremont and North Queen Anne. 59 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.


Can a Dessert Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Seattle?

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. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Dessert Shop Rankings in Seattle 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 Seattle.


Is a Dessert Shop a Good Tenant for Seattle Landlords?

In Woodland, the projected chance that a new Dessert Shop lasts two or more years is 82.1% 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 Dessert Shop in Seattle

The data tells a clear story for Dessert Shop tenants across Seattle's top neighborhoods. Woodland leads at 82.1% at a typical address, with its best scored address at 84.0%. Fremont is at 79.8% at a typical address, and North Queen Anne at 79.6% at a typical address. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.

StreetSpring analyzes your specific address against comparable businesses to forecast success.

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


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

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


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

View technical data for Seattle

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