At Baker Street Properties, we work with a wide range of clients—from manufacturers and logistics operators to developers and investors—who all have one key question in common: "Where should we be looking for industrial space in the Western Cape?"
Having facilitated leases and sales across Cape Town's industrial nodes for years, we've come to know the standout nodes not just by reputation—but by performance. This blog shares our professional insight on the top five industrial areas we consistently recommend to clients looking for growth, stability, and strategic access.
Key Takeaways
- • Epping Industria remains the central hub for industrial activity
- • Brackenfell & Brackengate offer modern facilities with growth potential
- • Blackheath provides excellent value and accessibility
- • Montague Gardens & Paarden Eiland offer flexibility and visibility
- • Airport Industria & Parow Industria excel in logistics connectivity
Epping Industria
From our perspective, Epping remains the undisputed industrial heart of the Cape. It's Cape Town's largest and most centrally located node, and for good reason. When clients need immediate access to the N1, N2, and the Cape Town Port—Epping delivers. It's also one of the few areas where we see consistent high occupancy across both large-format warehousing and sectional-title spaces.
What sets Epping apart is its infrastructure maturity and community management. The Epping Community Improvement District keeps security, cleanliness, and traffic management top-tier, which makes a real difference for day-to-day operations.
Why we recommend it:
If you want a central, tried-and-tested location with stable tenant demand and logistical convenience, Epping checks every box.
Brackenfell & Brackengate
In recent years, we've seen a marked increase in demand for industrial property in Brackenfell and the surrounding Brackengate precincts. These areas offer excellent accessibility via the N1 and R300, and a growing number of national tenants are anchoring here due to the availability of newer, high-spec warehousing.
Brackengate, in particular, has become a standout for logistics and FMCG tenants, with large sites and modern infrastructure designed for scale.
Why we recommend it:
If you're looking for long-term growth potential with easy freeway access and modern facilities, this node is hard to beat—especially for clients expanding into Cape Town from other provinces.
Blackheath
We often describe Blackheath to clients as Cape Town's "industrial underdog." It may not have the profile of Epping or Montague Gardens, but its accessibility, affordability, and strong rental performance have made it one of the most exciting nodes to watch.
New developments such as the Arterial Industrial Estate have brought premium industrial space at highly competitive rates, and the area's proximity to the R300 makes it ideal for regional logistics. We've seen many clients opt for Blackheath when they want flexibility in size, layout, and cost.
Why we recommend it:
If you're a growing business looking for value without compromising on accessibility, Blackheath offers real opportunity.
Montague Gardens & Paarden Eiland
These are two of the most active areas in our day-to-day leasing operations. Montague Gardens remains a favourite for light industrial users and distributors due to its well-maintained road network, versatile buildings, and proximity to the N7 and Century City.
Paarden Eiland is closer to the Cape Town CBD and the port, making it a smart option for marine-related industries and businesses needing central visibility. It's also popular with creative or hybrid industrial users, who need a blend of office, showroom, and warehouse space.
Why we recommend it:
If flexibility, location, and visibility are important to your operations, we consistently guide clients toward Montague and Paarden Eiland.
Airport Industria & Parow Industria
For any logistics-heavy business, proximity to Cape Town International Airport and major freight routes is essential. That's why we regularly place tenants in Airport Industria and Parow Industria, both of which offer well-priced space with excellent logistical positioning.
We've seen these areas serve as ideal nodes for import/export businesses, courier companies, and FMCG suppliers, thanks to their streamlined access to the N2, N1, and R300.
Why we recommend it:
These nodes offer a reliable blend of newer logistics parks and older, functional warehousing—making them ideal for tenants who need movement and connectivity over aesthetics.
Final Thoughts From Our Team
Each of these nodes serves a specific business need, and our job is to help you match your operational goals with the right location. As a team deeply embedded in the Western Cape industrial property market, we don't just follow trends—we help shape them by guiding our clients to spaces that grow with their business.
So whether you're looking to lease, invest, or simply explore your options, our view is clear: these five nodes continue to offer some of the best opportunities for industrial growth in the region.
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