Where's Heriotdale?

Heriotdale hugs the M2 Motorway and the N3 Highway, sitting right at the meeting point of Germiston and Johannesburg South. It's technically part of Ekurhuleni, but it feels closer to City Deep and Cleveland.

• Main Roads: M2, N3, Heidelberg Road, Houer Road

• Near To: City Deep Inland Port (5 min), Johannesburg CBD (10 min), OR Tambo International (20 min)

• Key Access: Cleveland Interchange, Heriotdale Road off Heidelberg

If logistics are even a tiny part of your operation, the location alone makes Heriotdale a serious contender.

Property Types in Heriotdale

Heriotdale’s landscape is built almost entirely around industrial property, including:

• Distribution centres

• Storage and warehousing facilities

• Light manufacturing units

• Small to medium-sized workshops

You’ll also find a few truck yards and freight depots, thanks to how close it is to Johannesburg’s main freight arteries.

Buildings here tend to be a bit newer than in Driehoek, with slightly better modern amenities: decent office components, concrete yards, and multiple loading bays are common.

Who's Operating Out of Heriotdale?

Heriotdale is a working hub for industries that rely heavily on quick access to highways and freight terminals. Typical businesses here include:

• Transport and logistics companies

• Freight forwarders

• Wholesale distribution businesses

• Automotive fitment and parts suppliers

Some bigger names operating nearby:

• City Deep Freight Terminal (5 min away)

• Imperial Logistics depots

• Biddulphs International warehouses

You're in good company if moving goods is your bread and butter.

Infrastructure and Amenities

Transport and Accessibility:

• Direct access to M2 and N3 highways

• Rail sidings not far off (City Deep Terminal)

• Taxi and bus routes crisscross the area

Utilities:

• Three-phase power standard

• Good broadband availability (not everywhere, but improving)

Security:

• Many parks are fenced and gated

• Area security patrols active, but as always, private security on your premises is smart

Nearby Facilities:

• City Deep Fresh Produce Market (massive if you're in FMCG)

• Germiston CBD banking and municipal offices (10 min drive)

• Eastgate Shopping Centre (15 min drive for client lunches or team errands)

Rentals and Sales: What’s the Cost?

You’ll find Heriotdale a bit pricier than Driehoek, but still way cheaper than newer areas like Longmeadow or Meadowview. Rough 2025 figures:

Industrial Units:

• Rentals: R45 – R65/m²

• Sales: R4,000 – R6,000/m²

Truck Yards and Open Land:

• Rentals: R20 – R35/m² (depending on services)

Smaller units (500m² to 1,000m²) are common, but you can also find bigger logistics facilities if you’re prepared to pounce when they pop up.

Why Pick Heriotdale? (And Why Maybe Not)

Best For:

• Logistics and freight businesses

• Companies needing fast highway access

• Distributors and wholesalers

Things to Watch:

• Some parts can get congested during peak traffic (especially around Cleveland Interchange)

• Certain streets still have potholes and drainage issues

• Not many high-end amenities for staff (but your team can hit Eastgate Mall easily)

Bottom line: If you need a practical, no-fuss industrial base, Heriotdale gives you an edge without bleeding your budget dry.

The Outlook for Heriotdale

With the ongoing congestion and space shortages in City Deep and Johannesburg South, Heriotdale's strategic location is becoming a big asset. There's already talk of minor road upgrades in the area, and savvy businesses are quietly locking down space now, ahead of future price bumps.

Smart money says Heriotdale's going to see slow, steady growth — not explosive, but reliable. If you need space to move, store, or distribute, it's the kind of area that quietly makes you money without the flash.

Final Take

Heriotdale might not dazzle on a brochure, but it gets the job done — and does it well. Solid buildings, killer highway access, fair rentals, and room to grow: that’s what you’re getting. If that’s the business move you’re after, don’t sleep on this area.

Need a hand finding available warehouses or truck yards? Let's chat — I'll show you what's worth seeing.