Adelaide’s commercial and industrial property market closed out 2025 with steady growth across the north and west, driven by strong logistics demand, continued government infrastructure investment, and a growing defence and manufacturing footprint. Vacancy rates remained low in key precincts, pushing occupiers toward new builds and strata purchases in emerging estates.

Northern growth corridor sees heightened activity

Adelaide’s northern industrial arc — stretching from Pooraka through to Edinburgh and Gawler — continues to dominate leasing activity. New land estates and flexible warehouse designs are attracting owner-occupiers and SMSF buyers, while larger developers position themselves for long-term supply-chain demand.

• Edinburgh North recorded a spike in leasing interest, particularly from defence-adjacent industries and national transport operators.

• Gawler Belt industrial land offerings saw increased enquiry following rezoning announcements and improved arterial access.

• Direk continued to perform strongly, with several new build-to-lease logistics projects launched.

West Adelaide draws last-mile operators

Proximity to airport infrastructure, port access, and CBD adjacency continues to support demand in West Adelaide suburbs like Wingfield, Regency Park, and Kilburn. Strata-titled warehouses and hybrid showroom/office/warehouses are performing well for both investors and tenants.

• Wingfield saw strong sales across small-lot developments aimed at trade and auto services.

• Regency Park is undergoing a wave of refurbishment and repositioning of older stock to meet ESG and operational efficiency requirements.

• Netley and Marleston are now in focus for owner-occupiers looking to buy close to the CBD.

Major land releases and development highlights

The final months of 2025 saw strategic land releases and growing developer interest in unlocking new industrial precincts, particularly in outer areas with good road connectivity.

• Salisbury North and Parafield Gardens have new serviced lot projects underway, offering build-to-suit options for small manufacturers and storage providers.

• Playford Alive’s mixed-use expansion includes light industrial land for trade-based businesses and warehousing.

• Bolivar and Waterloo Corner are being positioned as the next wave of large-format industrial zones.

Bought / Sold

8 Helps Road, Burton – $6.1 million sale
A logistics depot and 3,600sqm warehouse on 9,000sqm of land was sold to a local transport operator.

Unit 3, 14-20 Alfred Avenue, Beverley – $485,000 sale
Strata warehouse purchased by a mechanical services firm, underscoring demand for west-side small-format industrial.

Lot 9, Vicinity Industrial Estate, Edinburgh North – $1.45 million sale
Corner lot purchased for a multi-tenancy speculative build, targeting local trade and light industry.

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