Brackenfell Industrial is one of the Northern Suburbs’ most accessible and versatile industrial nodes – a strategically located hub serving Cape Town’s logistics, manufacturing and service industries. Its excellent connectivity and diverse industrial property mix make it one of the region’s most sought-after locations for warehousing, distribution and manufacturing businesses.
Location & Connectivity\ Brackenfell Industrial is situated approximately 27 km from Cape Town CBD and the Port of Cape Town, and around 15 km from Cape Town International Airport.
Key access routes include:\ • N1 freeway – direct link to Cape Town, Bellville, Paarl and the national road network\ • R300 – fast connection to the N2, Airport and Southern Suburbs\ • Old Paarl Road (R101) – important commercial spine linking Brackenfell CBD, Kraaifontein and Bellville
The area is well served by rail, taxi and Golden Arrow bus routes, with a nearby railway station and public transport interchange providing convenient access for staff.
Brief History & Growth of the Node\ Brackenfell’s origins trace back to early Cape farming land known as Kruispad. In 1901 the farm was bought by Scottish immigrant G.H. Walton, who renamed it Brackenfell after the bracken ferns and low hills that reminded him of Scotland. A quarry and railway siding helped stimulate early development, and by the 1960s industrial growth gained momentum.
A major milestone came in 1976 when Pick n Pay opened one of the country’s first hypermarkets in the area, accelerating regional development. This also helped establish Brackenfell as a prominent commercial and residential hub.
Property Environment\ Brackenfell Industrial consists of a mix of light to medium industrial buildings, logistics facilities, warehouses and distribution centres. The area is known for well-sized industrial erven, efficient loading access, and a combination of older industrial buildings and newer, modern warehouse facilities.
Property types commonly found include:\ • Warehouses and logistics facilities\ • Light industrial units and mini-factories\ • Manufacturing and engineering premises\ • Mixed-use office-and-warehouse buildings suitable for SMEs\ • Showroom-style industrial buildings with frontage onto main roads
Commercial & Retail Integration\ Brackenfell Industrial benefits from proximity to Okavango Park, Brackengate and the Cape Gate precinct, which offer a range of complementary commercial, retail and service amenities. These include major retailers, automotive outlets, building suppliers, restaurants and the Cape Gate Medical Centre.
Why Businesses Choose Brackenfell Industrial\ Brackenfell Industrial is highly sought-after due to its:\ • Central Northern Suburbs location\ • Direct access to the N1 and R300\ • Good public transport links\ • Versatile industrial property options\ • Strong labour market accessibility\ • Surrounding commercial and retail support nodes
This makes it especially attractive for logistics companies, distributors, light manufacturers, e-commerce operators and businesses needing office-and-storage combinations.
