Area Profiles

Spartan Spartan is a formidable industrial area situated within the popular Johannesburg suburb of Kempton Park. Which has been a part of the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality since 2000. Kempton Park was originally recognized in 1903 when a wealthy farmer by the name of Karl Wolff decided that he would sub-divide a percentage of his Zuurfontein farm into residential areas, this area would be named Kempton and later Kempton Park and by 1952 the then Jan Smuts airport would be built on land nearby, which today is known as the OR Tambo International airport, which is within close proximity to both Kempton Park and Spartan. Industrial...

Barbeque Downs is a mixed-use suburb which has become popular in recent years for its large selection of industrial factories and warehouses. It's also closely situated to developments of noteworthy mention including Waterfall and The Mall of Africa. The region falls under the jurisdiction of the city of Johannesburg's Metropolitan Municipality and is closely located to the urban expanse, Midrand. The town of Midrand was recently established in the early '80s as a halfway stop between, the two major cities of Gauteng - Johannesburg, and Pretoria (Tshwane). Industrial Hotspots Barbeque Downs is situated near two of the major urban expanses in the province; which...

Clayville is a strategic area from which to run a business in Olifantsfontein, Midrand. It it a suburb in which residential meets light commercial, and in which it is possible to both live and work. In addition, the area is well loved for its affordable property listings and close proximity to everything that makes life convenient, from shops and schools to arterial roads and other industrial hubs. This small, quiet and safe area nestled between Pretoria and Kempton Park has become well known as a prime location, and it is an ideal place to have a factory or run a business. As an added bonus, Clayville is more affordable than some of Gauteng's other popular industrial...

Hermanstad was first established in 1897 and has grown exponentially in both the commercial and industrial property sectors. The industrial suburb is also home to the Friends of the rail, Railway Company which is an organisation dedicated to preserving the transportation history of South Africa. Hermanstad neighbours, Roseville, Pretoria Gardens, and Dasport. Just like many regions of the Gauteng Province, Afrikaans was the main language spoken in Hermanstad pre-1994, since that time the region has diversified, in terms of language. Modern-day Hermanstad has 44.3% percent of the population speaking English, 21.3% of the population speaks Afrikaans, 7.0 speaks Northern...

Pretoria North is a well established residential and industrial node which first came to fruition around the year 1878 when settler farmers cultivated the location near the Apies River. Over the next coming years, this location became a regarded resting point for weary Voortrekkers (travellers) who were on their way to of other regions of the then-named Transvaal areas. Its situated 8km from Church square and is not far from the Magaliesberg Mountain Range.  Industrial Hotspots Pretoria North is a highly popular area in terms of the motor industry and this is the main form of industrial exploits in the region. Rachel De Beer street and Gerrit Maritz streets seem to...

Silvertondale at a glance: Silvertondale is an industrial area in Pretoria situated just outside Silverton in the Municipal area of Tshwane. Silverton is located in the Eastern part of Pretoria and it is seen to be sandwiched amid the foothills of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range. The main industries in and around Silvertondale are seen to be steel and iron works, copper casting and automobile production as well as the railway carriage and heavy machinery industry. Its proximity to favourable residential area Silverton also makes the location favourable for individuals wanting to live near their place of work. Industrial Hotspots Silvertondale and Silverton...

Waltloo is a highly industrialized area situated within the sprawling city of Pretoria. The area has a long history as Pretoria is one of the founding cities of the country. The area is not far from other prominent residential and commercial areas such as Mamelodi wihich is also home to one of the region's most popular football teams The Mamelodi Sundowns. Waltloo is also within close proximity to natural areas such as The Pretoria Botanical Gardens and the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa.  Industrial Hotspots Waltloo is all about industry and the area is a hive of industrial activity and the main industrial node is situated on Waltloo Road itself. Many...

This particular location is praised for its ideal location, which is just off the N4, highway. There is also a connection to the N1 through the Colbyn Valley Nature Reserve. The suburb is regarded for its abundance of greenery and even though it's more of a residential location. There are many places around the vicinity which are becoming favourable industrial nodes as well.  Industrial Hotspots A lot of the main industrial activity happens around Bush Road and Albertus Street. Some of the businesses that frequent the industrial hotspots of Willow Park Manor include, SNA Civil and Structural Engineers (Pty), Clickon Communications (Pty), Waterproofing Pretoria East...

Its also situated near some of the areas more picturesque natural landmarks including the Wonderboom Nature Reserve. The location has also grown in stature due to its proximity to other suburbs and places of interest including Magalieskruin, Montana, Annlin, The State Theatre, The Kruger Museum, Melrose House, The Voortrekker Monument, Freedom Park and the Pretoria Zoo.  Industrial Hotspots Wonderboom is an area where a lot of the suburb is surrounded by greenery for the fact that there is a nature reserve nearby. Hence industrial nodes are less dense than other parts of the region. However, there are a number of industrial-type operations that can be found on...

Pretoria West at a glance: Pretoria the administrative capital of South Africa is also a formidable and respected area for industry. The Western region of the city is also within close proximity to a sought-after industrial area entitled Pretoria Industrial which harbours some of the regions most highly respected commercial and industrial operations. Pretoria Industrial is situated adjacent to West Park, Proclamation Hill, and Kwaggasrand. The Western location of Pretoria is also within close proximity to more centrally located areas such as the Natural Museum of Natural history and the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa.  Industrial Hotspots The main...