Woodmead Area Profile

Woodmead at a glance

Woodmead is one of Johannesburg's most prominent commercial precincts, and it is an ideal place for a business to be for a whole host of reasons. Having initially been recognised as a hub of commercial activity in the 1990s, it has grown from strength to strength, and a wide variety of businesses have made Woodmead their home. Thanks to its prime location and easy access to both Johannesburg and Pretoria, it is an efficient and convenient place from which to run a business. Start ups, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises, value the fact that Woodmead tends to be more affordable than other areas.

Types of commercial activity taking place in the area

A wide range of commercial and corporate activity takes place in Woodmead. From data solutions and companies specialising in intelligent business solutions to IT management and business consulting services, it can all be found in Woodmead. Corporate companies focusing on software development, office automation and financial planning have their headquarters here, and engineering consultants, laboratories and pharmaceutical companies have also made Woodmead their home. In addition, the area has become known as a technology hub, and a number of tech-related companies, including Huawei and Broadband Infraco, have a presence here. In 2020, Altron Technology Solutions will become part of Woodmead's burgeoning technology boom.

Positioning of Woodmead

Woodmead is situated parallel to the N1 Western Bypass, in close proximity to Rivonia, Morningside, Buccleuch and Edenburg.
Distance to O R Tambo International Airport: +-31km (28 minutes via the N3 and the Eastern Bypass in average traffic).
Directions to Lanseria International Airport: +-33km (37 minutes via the N1 Western Bypass in average traffic).
Distance to Johannesburg's Central Business District: +-20km (26 minutes via the De Villiers Graaff Motorway and the M1).

Types of property available

Typical premises available for purchase or rent in Woodmead consist of offices set in tranquil landscaped gardens, with 24-hour security and boom gate access. Other security features commonly found in Woodmead's office parks include CCTV cameras and fingerprint access. Certain office parks boast facilities such as a lifestyle centre or a wellness centre, while others offer restaurants and nursery schools, bringing convenience and practicality to the workplace.

OfficePlace's perspective: What makes Woodmead a great investment?

Woodmead has been known as a great commercial precinct for more than 20 years, and a plethora of large corporates have moved out of Johannesburg's CBD and chosen Woodmead to be their new home. Thanks to the fact that Woodmead is also a residential area, it makes a positive contribution to work-life balances, providing an opportunity for people to live and work in the same area. With easy access to highways and arterial roads, Woodmead offers easy access to everywhere, and the fact that the Gautrain has a bus route that goes through Woodmead makes it even more convenient. There is a wide range of prime commercial property available to rent or buy in the area, meaning that there's something suitable for every type of enterprise.

Interesting facts about Woodmead

• The Woodmead area is home to two of South Africa's finest golf courses - namely Woodmead Golf Course and Rocklands Golf Course.
• Woodmead is located at the intersection of four of Gauteng's major highways - The N1 Ben Schoeman Highway, the N1 Western Bypass, the N3 Eastern Bypass and the N1.
• Woodmead Retail Park, which opened its doors 11 years ago, is one of many centres in the vicinity offering a variety of restaurants, takeaways and shops for those who live and work in the area.

In a nutshell, Woodmead is a dynamic commercial and residential area that has a lot to offer its residents and investors. OfficePlace has a wide range of commercial property for sale and to rent in the area.

Contact OfficePlace and find out how your business's move to Woodmead can be the next page in your success story.