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Xintiandi Dalian, also known as Dalian Tiandi, is a large-scale mixed-use development located in the Dalian High-Tech Industrial Zone in the western suburbs of Dalian, Liaoning Province, China.
Spanning approximately 3 million square meters, it includes retail, office, residential, hotel, and educational components, with the retail portion featuring open-style commercial spaces inspired by the Xintiandi brand pioneered by Shui On Land. Developed initially by Shui On Land and partners, the project was sold to Yida China Holdings in 2018 for RMB 4.65 billion. The retail area emphasizes lifestyle experiences, with a tenant mix comprising about 40% F&B outlets, 30% fashion and lifestyle retail, 20% entertainment and leisure, and 10% services, attracting brands in dining, apparel, and cultural activities.
In Dalian"s retail market, which saw citywide vacancy rates around 10-12% in recent years per Cushman & Wakefield reports, Xintiandi Dalian benefits from the high-tech zone"s growth, supporting stable leasing. Occupancy in similar prime suburban malls averages 90-95%, with footfall boosted by proximity to tech firms and residential communities.
Rent levels range from RMB 150-300 per sqm monthly, lower than city center averages of RMB 400+, reflecting secondary market dynamics.
Accessibility is facilitated by nearby expressways and metro extensions, though suburban positioning limits walk-in traffic compared to downtown areas like Qingniwaqiao. The demographic profile targets young professionals aged 25-40 in tech and finance sectors, with household incomes averaging RMB 10,000-15,000 monthly, driving demand for experiential retail.
Leasing advantages include flexible spaces for pop-ups and events, potential for high dwell time due to integrated amenities, and alignment with Dalian"s fashion city status. However, challenges include market saturation in F&B categories and economic slowdowns affecting discretionary spending in non-core districts.
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Hours of Operation
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| 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 — 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM — 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM — 09:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographics and Footfall
Dalian High-Tech Zone hosts a young, affluent demographic of tech workers and families, with population over 500,000 and median age 32. Per local reports, footfall at suburban malls like Xintiandi Dalian averages 5,000-8,000 daily visitors, up 10% post-2023 recovery, driven by office commuters and weekend leisure seekers. This supports steady traffic but lags behind city center malls" 15,000+ daily, posing risks from remote work trends reducing weekday visits. Overall, the zone"s GDP growth of 8% annually enhances long-term potential for retail performance.
Tenant Mix and Occupancy
The tenant mix prioritizes experiential retail with strong F&B and entertainment anchors, achieving occupancy rates of 92-95% as per developer updates and market parallels. Adjustments favor child-focused and local brands to counter saturation, with average lease terms of 3-5 years at RMB 200/sqm. Strengths include diverse offerings boosting cross-shopping, but weaknesses arise from over-reliance on dining amid 15% category vacancy citywide, per Cushman data, potentially pressuring weaker performers during off-peak seasons.
Competition and Market Risks
Dalian"s retail landscape features intense competition from established malls like Olympia66 and Parkland in central areas, with prime occupancy at 98% and rents 50% higher. Xintiandi Dalian faces suburban access issues, relying on car traffic amid aging infrastructure in the zone. Market saturation in fashion and F&B, coupled with economic factors like 5% retail sales growth in 2024, heightens risks of tenant churn. Operational quality is solid via Yida management, but broader challenges include e-commerce competition eroding 20% of physical sales and seasonal tourism fluctuations affecting footfall by 30%. Leasing requires competitive incentives to attract national chains.
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