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Silverburn Centre, located in Pollok, Glasgow, Scotland, is a major out-of-town shopping destination spanning 1.5 million square feet of gross leasable area, with 1 million square feet dedicated to retail and leisure. Opened in 2007 on the site of the former Pollok Centre, it was developed by Retail Property Holdings and acquired by Hammerson in 2009 for £300 million. The centre features 109 stores, 14 restaurants and cafes, a Cineworld cinema, and Hollywood Bowl, anchored by Scotland's largest Tesco Extra, Marks & Spencer, Next, and Primark.
Tenant mix is balanced with approximately 40% fashion, 25% food and leisure, and includes international brands like Victoria's Secret alongside high street staples. It serves an affluent catchment area of 1.9 million people within a 30-minute drive, benefiting from proximity to the M77 motorway. In 2024, footfall reached a record 15.2 million visitors, up from previous years, reflecting strong recovery and appeal.
Occupancy stands at 97% as of 2025, surpassing the UK average of 83.1%, supported by proactive tenant management and rotations to maintain complementary offerings.
Rent levels range from £40 to £60 per square foot, competitive compared to city centre rates exceeding £80 per square foot. Recognized as the UK's best shopping centre in 2019 and Britain's Retail Destination of the Year for 2025 by SCEPTRE, Silverburn holds a top 20 position among UK centres.
Leasing advantages include high visibility, robust foot traffic driving sales potential, and a premium lifestyle positioning that attracts quality tenants. However, as an out-of-town site, it relies heavily on car access with 4,000 parking spaces, potentially limiting appeal for urban pedestrians or those without vehicles. Market factors such as e-commerce growth and nearby competition from Braehead and Buchanan Street pose risks, though expansions like the 2013-2015 additions have enhanced leisure components to diversify appeal.
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Hours of Operation
Hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM — 07:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM — 07:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Footfall and Occupancy Metrics
Silverburn recorded 15.2 million visitors in 2024, a record high with a 2.4% December increase, indicating strong consumer draw in Glasgows southwest suburbs. Occupancy at 97% in 2025 exceeds the UK retail average of 83.1%, reflecting effective asset management and tenant retention strategies. These metrics suggest reliable traffic for new lessees, supporting sales volumes above regional norms, though seasonal variations and economic pressures could impact consistency.
Tenant Mix and Demographics
The tenant mix emphasizes fashion (40%) with anchors like Next, Primark, and Marks & Spencer, complemented by 25% food and leisure including Cineworld and 14 dining options, fostering dwell time. It caters to an affluent 1.9 million-person catchment, with demographics skewed toward middle to upper-income families in East Renfrewshire and Paisley areas, driving premium brand performance. Weaknesses include potential oversaturation in fashion categories amid shifting consumer preferences toward experiences.
Accessibility and Competition
Excellent car access via M77 motorway and 4,000 free parking spaces positions Silverburn well for suburban shoppers, with on-site bus station providing public transport links, though car dependency limits broader reach. Competition from nearby Braehead (leisure-focused) and city centre Buchanan Street (prime high street) challenges footfall diversion, especially for non-food retail. Infrastructure remains modern post-2007 build, but past incidents like evacuations highlight operational risks; lease terms offer flexibility but require navigating out-of-town dynamics.
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