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The Zone @ Rosebank, situated at 177 Oxford Road in Johannesburg's upscale Rosebank suburb, is an integrated mixed-use development spanning 70,000 m² GLA for retail, office, and hotel uses. It positions itself as a vibrant lifestyle hub in a pedestrian-oriented precinct adjacent to Rosebank Mall and The Link. The tenant mix emphasizes fashion, athleisure, gifting, dining, and entertainment, anchored by Spar supermarket, Clicks pharmacy, Ster Kinekor cinema, and Viva Gym, while supporting local designers and international brands through events like SA Fashion Week.
Monthly footfall reaches 1,100,000 visitors, driven by direct integration with the Rosebank Gautrain station and over 1,900 parking bays, facilitating excellent accessibility. The catchment draws from affluent suburbs with a professional demographic averaging 38 years old, racially diverse (38% Black, 22% White, 22% Indian/Asian), English-speaking, fitness-focused, and trend-savvy individuals. Area occupancy exceeds 95%, per 2024 market reports, underscoring demand in Gauteng's recovering retail sector.
Rents average R130-R200 per m², more accessible than Rosebank Mall's R250-R400, appealing to mid-premium retailers. Leasing strengths include high visibility, cross-traffic from offices and nearby hotels, free WiFi, and wheelchair access, enhancing operational appeal. Challenges encompass competition from larger neighbors, fashion category saturation, traffic congestion, and South Africa's economic headwinds like inflation, potentially curbing discretionary spend.
Post-2016 revamp, infrastructure remains modern, but ongoing maintenance is essential amid power reliability issues.
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Hours of Operation
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| Monday | 09:00 AM — 06:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 09:00 AM — 06:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM — 06:00 PM |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM — 06:00 PM |
| Friday | 09:00 AM — 06:00 PM |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Sunday | 09:00 AM — 03:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographic Profile
The catchment area covers Rosebank and wealthy northern Johannesburg suburbs, attracting professionals aged around 38 with diverse racial makeup: 38% Black, 22% White, 22% Indian/Asian. Shoppers prioritize health, fitness, global trends, and social media, aligning with athleisure and lifestyle tenants. Proximity to sports clubs like The Wanderers boosts fitness-related traffic. This affluent, urban profile supports premium sales but exposes vulnerability to economic downturns affecting middle-class spending, with 2024 reports noting cautious consumer behavior in non-essentials.
Competitive Landscape
Intense rivalry exists with adjacent Rosebank Mall (over 100,000 m² GLA, higher footfall) and The Link, both drawing similar upscale crowds and offering broader anchors. Rosebank node's density risks tenant overlap in fashion and dining, per JLL insights on Gauteng saturation. The Zone differentiates via unique local brand focus and al fresco dining, fostering loyalty among younger demographics. Retail vacancy at 4-5% indicates recovery, yet competition may pressure occupancy and negotiate lower turns for new lessees.
Leasing Metrics and Risks
Rents range R130-R200/m² monthly, with CPI-linked escalations and possible 5-7% turnover components, competitive for prime access but elevated versus secondary sites. High >95% occupancy reflects stability, aided by mixed-use synergies. Advantages include pop-up flexibility and event spaces for traffic boosts. Risks involve peak-hour congestion hindering access, power outages disrupting operations, and market saturation limiting category expansion. Balanced lease terms favor established retailers, but startups face higher barriers in this affluent yet economically sensitive locale.
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