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AK Plaza Suwon, established in 2003, operates as a six-story department store directly connected to Suwon Station in Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Covering around 50,000 square meters of gross leasable area, it functions as a vital retail and entertainment node in the Suwon metropolitan area, which has a population exceeding 1.2 million residents. The property benefits from exceptional accessibility via Seoul Subway Line 1, KTX high-speed rail, and multiple bus routes, driving substantial footfall estimated at over 20 million annual visitors based on station traffic data.
Tenant mix emphasizes a balanced portfolio: luxury cosmetics and imported goods on the ground floor, casual and formal apparel across mid-levels including brands like sports wear and accessories, home furnishings and baby products on the fifth floor, and leisure amenities such as CGV multiplex cinema, rooftop garden, and diverse dining options in the basement food court and sixth-floor hall.
Occupancy rates hover around 92-95% as per regional retail reports, supported by anchor tenants in fashion and entertainment. In the competitive Suwon market, positioned 30 km south of Seoul and anchored by Samsung Electronics headquarters, the mall targets middle-income demographics including families and tech professionals with average household incomes of 60-70 million KRW annually. Leasing opportunities offer prime station-adjacent exposure, with average rents at 15,000-20,000 KRW per sqm monthly, though drawbacks include intensified rivalry from newer developments like Lotte Mall Suwon (opened 2021, larger scale) and potential saturation in fashion categories.
Strengths lie in integrated transport linkage enhancing dwell time, while risks encompass economic sensitivity to manufacturing sector fluctuations and infrastructure maintenance needs in a 20-year-old asset.
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Hours of Operation
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM — 08:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM — 08:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM — 08:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM — 08:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM — 08:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM — 08:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM — 08:30 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Footfall and Accessibility
AK Plaza Suwon records high footfall, estimated at 20-25 million visitors yearly, largely attributable to its seamless integration with Suwon Station, a major transit hub on Seoul Subway Line 1 and KTX routes. This connectivity facilitates easy access for commuters from Seoul (30-minute travel) and regional areas, boosting impulse shopping and entertainment visits. Public transport usage in Suwon exceeds 40% of daily trips per city mobility reports, positioning the mall favorably for retailers targeting transient and local traffic. However, peak-hour congestion at station entrances can deter some visitors, and reliance on rail may expose operations to service disruptions.
Tenant Mix and Occupancy
The tenant composition features a diverse array of over 200 stores, with 40% dedicated to fashion (casual, luxury, sports), 20% to beauty and accessories, 15% to F&B, and the remainder to entertainment and services like CGV cinema and Books Libro. Occupancy stands at approximately 94% as of 2023 data from commercial real estate analyses, reflecting stable demand in a market with 85% average for Gyeonggi-do department stores. Strengths include anchor draws like international brands enhancing cross-shopping, but weaknesses involve overrepresentation in apparel amid e-commerce growth, potentially pressuring smaller tenants with vacancy risks in non-prime zones.
Demographics and Market Risks
Suwons demographic profile includes a median age of 38, with 35% households featuring children under 15 and a significant portion of Samsung-affiliated professionals earning above national averages. This supports strong performance in family-oriented categories like childrens wear and dining, with regional retail sales per capita at 1.2 million KRW annually. Risks arise from competition with Lotte Mall Suwon, which reports 30% higher sales volume due to expanded GLA and aquarium attractions, alongside market saturation in mid-tier retail. Broader challenges include slowing footfall growth post-COVID (down 10-15% from 2019 peaks) and vulnerability to economic downturns in tech manufacturing, advising cautious lease negotiations with flexible terms.
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