Why Berrinba and Crestmead Are Emerging Commercial and Industrial Hotspots in Brisbane

As Brisbane’s southern industrial corridor expands, Berrinba and Crestmead have become two of the most highly sought-after locations for industrial and commercial development.
In 2025, these adjoining precincts are recognised as major freight, warehousing, and service hubs, offering businesses modern infrastructure, strong workforce access, and critical transport connections across South East Queensland.

For developers, investors, and occupiers, Berrinba and Crestmead offer one of the best combinations of affordability, accessibility, and future growth potential on Brisbane’s south side.

Strategic location with multimodal access

Berrinba and Crestmead benefit from direct connections to major freight and transport networks, giving businesses unmatched flexibility to service local, regional, and interstate markets.

• Immediate access to Logan Motorway, Gateway Motorway, and Mount Lindesay Highway

• Proximity to Ipswich Motorway, Beaudesert Road, and the Pacific Motorway (M1)

• Around 25 minutes to Brisbane CBD, 30 minutes to Brisbane Airport, and 45 minutes to the Port of Brisbane

• Easy north-south and east-west freight movement across SEQ

This location advantage positions Berrinba and Crestmead as critical logistics and manufacturing hubs for businesses needing fast, reliable connectivity.

Why businesses are choosing Berrinba and Crestmead

• New generation industrial stock: Modern, high-clearance warehouses and logistics facilities are now the standard, designed for automation, efficient racking, and e-commerce fulfilment.

• Affordable land and leasing options: Compared to inner Brisbane and TradeCoast precincts, Berrinba and Crestmead offer excellent value, attracting SMEs and large national brands alike.

• Scalable development: Available lot sizes range from small strata units to large format logistics depots and multi-hectare manufacturing sites.

• Workforce proximity: Close to established residential catchments in Logan, Browns Plains, and Greenbank, providing a strong employee base.

These combined benefits are driving sustained occupier demand and investor confidence in the corridor.

Major infrastructure investment enhancing accessibility

Ongoing infrastructure upgrades are cementing Berrinba and Crestmead’s strategic importance:

• Recent and ongoing Logan Motorway upgrades reducing congestion and improving east-west freight times

• Mount Lindesay Highway widening projects easing north-south flow between Brisbane and southern inland corridors

• Local road expansions within Berrinba and Crestmead improving estate access, B-double movements, and last-mile freight distribution

These improvements continue to enhance the efficiency, visibility, and desirability of industrial estates in the region.

Demand drivers fuelling rapid growth

Several major trends are underpinning strong ongoing demand for commercial and industrial property in Berrinba and Crestmead:

• E-commerce and 3PL growth: As online shopping demand rises, businesses are seeking strategically located distribution hubs closer to population centres.

• Manufacturing and production: Businesses relocating from inner-city locations are finding affordable large-format sites perfect for new or expanded operations.

• Trade services and construction suppliers: Growing residential development in Logan and Ipswich corridors is fuelling demand for local suppliers needing warehouse and showroom spaces.

• Local business decentralisation: More companies are moving away from CBD-based logistics and administration operations, preferring affordable, accessible bases.

These demand drivers are expected to remain strong well into the 2030s.

Major occupiers and developments already in Berrinba and Crestmead

National and multinational occupiers have already invested heavily in the area, validating its strategic position:

• Metcash distribution centre (Berrinba)

• Qanstruct warehouses and logistics facilities

• Hastings Deering machinery service centre

• Allied Pickfords logistics base

• Border Express freight facility

• Future medical, childcare, and convenience retail development planned to support growing business parks

The presence of major logistics, manufacturing, and service businesses continues to attract additional investment into the corridor.

Commercial and industrial development opportunities

Developers and investors are currently targeting a range of opportunities across Berrinba and Crestmead:

• Spec-built logistics warehouses: Designed for fast fulfilment, racking optimisation, and 3PL operations.

• Trade centres and light industrial strata complexes: Targeting local builders, suppliers, and service industries.

• Owner-occupier warehouse facilities: High demand from SMEs seeking to secure future operational bases.

• Service stations, fast food and bulky goods retail: Positioned along major arterial roads to capitalise on traffic volumes.

Well-designed, flexible spaces are leasing and selling quickly due to pent-up demand and limited new supply.

Why Berrinba and Crestmead are poised for long-term success

Several key factors position these precincts for sustained growth:

• Continued population expansion across Logan, Ipswich, and western Brisbane corridors

• Limited availability of large, serviced industrial lots elsewhere in Brisbane

• Modern infrastructure designed for current and future freight and logistics needs

• A balanced mix of local, national, and international tenants providing demand diversity

• Strategic position on Brisbane’s southern freight and trade axis

For occupiers needing efficient freight access, workforce proximity, and cost-effective land, Berrinba and Crestmead are now first-choice locations in 2025.