Forrestdale Business Park West: Perth’s South-East Industrial Growth Engine

Located just 21km from Perth’s CBD, Forrestdale Business Park West (FBPW) is quickly cementing its position as one of the most strategically significant industrial precincts in Western Australia. Offering scale, accessibility, modern infrastructure, and flexible zoning, FBPW is attracting manufacturers, logistics operators, commercial service providers, and investors who recognise its potential as Perth’s next major industrial growth corridor. As of 2025, over 25% of the park has already been developed, with strong take-up across both serviced land and purpose-built facilities.

FBPW isn’t just a land release — it’s a master-planned business ecosystem that’s unlocking billions in economic output and thousands of new jobs. Developers, occupiers, and agents are now looking to this corridor as a serious alternative to Perth’s more traditional industrial zones.

Why Forrestdale Business Park West is gaining traction in 2025

Several key factors are driving momentum in the precinct:

• Direct connectivity to Tonkin Highway and Armadale Road allows fast freight access to Fremantle Port, Perth Airport, and Kewdale

• Large-scale land parcels enable flexible layouts for warehousing, manufacturing, and multi-tenanted industrial units

• General, light industrial, and service commercial zoning allows for a wide range of business uses and D&C flexibility

• Upgraded infrastructure and roads delivered under the $27M Development Contribution Plan improve traffic flow and servicing

• Proximity to high-growth residential areas creates an expanding local workforce and increasing B2B demand for nearby services

• DevelopmentWA’s staged approach ensures steady land release without flooding the market — supporting strong price performance

These fundamentals are turning FBPW into a hotspot for both owner-occupiers and developers seeking long-term value.

Location matters: how FBPW fits into Perth’s industrial map

While core precincts like Welshpool and Kewdale remain tight and competitive, Forrestdale provides scale and access without the inner-ring congestion. Positioned on the south-east fringe, it provides:

• 21 minutes to Perth CBD

• 25 minutes to Fremantle Port

• 18 minutes to Perth Airport

• 10 minutes to Canning Vale industrial precinct

• Connectivity to Tonkin Hwy, Armadale Rd, and Ranford Rd

This makes it ideal for businesses needing strong north–south and east–west movement across Perth’s metro region.

Infrastructure and planning investment

FBPW is supported by a robust infrastructure backbone. As part of a staged roll-out, several major civil upgrades have been delivered, enabling faster development and tenant readiness.

Key infrastructure investments include:

• Realignment and sealing of Anstey Road providing dual-lane industrial access

• Intersection upgrades at Ranford and Keane Roads improving entry to the park

• Gas, NBN, water and power servicing across all lots

• Strategic drainage and green corridor planning to manage runoff while preserving local amenity

• Dual-zoned lots and flexible subdivision rules for developers working on speculative and custom builds

This level of servicing ensures sites are ready to build on — not years away from feasibility.

Zoning and lot flexibility: built for all industry types

Unlike some industrial estates restricted by narrow use zones, FBPW offers a broad spectrum of approved business activity:

• General industrial: Fabrication, assembly, cold storage, plant operations

• Light industrial: Warehousing, construction services, storage facilities, distribution

• Service commercial: Showrooms, vehicle service centres, small office-warehouse combos

• Mixed-use areas: Potential for integrated development with semi-retail exposure

The park is designed to attract everything from national manufacturers and logistics hubs to family-run trades and support services.

Economic impact and long-term growth

FBPW isn’t just a land release — it’s a long-term industrial catalyst. The projected impact of the fully developed park is significant:

• $816 million in total private sector construction investment

• 2,857 jobs supported during development and civil delivery

• 4,478 full-time ongoing jobs across tenants, suppliers, and service providers

• $1.6 billion per year in ongoing economic contribution to WA’s economy

• Up to 300 businesses expected within the final footprint

This level of output is putting FBPW on the radar of government agencies, institutional investors, and commercial lenders seeking stable growth corridors.

Active development and notable projects

Several key projects within the estate are already in motion:

• Crossroads Industrial Estate: A high-profile 56-hectare subdivision nearing final release, with 20 fully serviced lots from 2,100m² to 6.6 hectares

• 7-Eleven service centre: National retail operator anchoring a key corner site

• Hitachi Construction Machinery: Major industrial tenant setting a precedent for D&C uptake

• Mid-size speculative warehouse developers entering the market with strong take-up across strata and leasehold formats

Each of these builds increases visibility, builds tenant confidence, and strengthens the estate’s market profile.

Investment opportunities: who this suits and what’s available

FBPW is attracting attention from a wide range of buyer profiles:

• Owner-occupiers looking for long-term security in a growing precinct

• D&C developers able to offer build-and-hold packages or leaseback to tenants

• Speculative developers creating multi-unit estates in the 1,000–3,000m² strata format

• Institutional investors targeting fully leased, high-clearance buildings for logistics and manufacturing

• Tenants seeking space with low congestion, good signage, and long-term lease security

Key opportunities include:

• 2,000–5,000m² trade lots with dual access

• Corner lots with excellent exposure to Ranford Road

• 6,000–10,000m² development sites suited to warehouse and logistics operators

• Service-commercial fronted lots ideal for bulky goods, fast food, or drive-thru uses

• Lots with flexible zoning suited to cold storage or light manufacturing

With land supply tightening across Perth metro, this is one of the last large-scale, well-zoned release areas still offering scale and staging flexibility.

What makes Forrestdale different from other industrial estates?

• Low congestion and modern design: Unlike inner-ring industrial areas, FBPW offers wide roads, heavy vehicle turning areas, and better separation from residential

• Room to grow: Large-scale lots not typically available in older precincts

• Fully serviced, ready-to-build: Civil and utility infrastructure is already in place

• Proximity to workforce and housing: Employees don’t need to travel long distances

• State-backed delivery: DevelopmentWA oversight gives buyers confidence in estate rollout and standards

• Environmental integration: Wetlands and green corridors built into the structure plan

It’s built for long-term efficiency, not short-term land grabs.

How we help market Forrestdale property

We work with landowners, developers, and agents in the Forrestdale corridor to help bring property to market with clarity, confidence, and polish. Whether you’re leasing space, selling lots, or launching a full-stage D&C campaign, we provide:

• Aerial 3D renders showing buildings, access, and staging

• Ground-level visuals showcasing tenancy fit-outs, signage, and scale

• Full branding and positioning for new precincts or individual projects

• Leasing brochures, digital IMs, and site signage

• Pre-title marketing packages for early launch

• Flexible tools to support strata campaigns, EOI stages, or speculative rollout

We help make your Forrestdale asset stand out — even before construction starts.

Let’s talk about your Forrestdale opportunity

If you’re looking to market land, lease new space, or develop within Forrestdale Business Park West, we’re ready to support your rollout. From visuals to brochures to digital marketing, we can help your project speak clearly to the right buyers and tenants — and deliver faster results in a competitive market.