Kingsburgh
The South Coast's Industrial and Logistics Hub
Kingsburgh is a rapidly industrialising precinct serving as the primary logistics and manufacturing support hub for the multi-billion Rand Durban Automotive Supplier Park.
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Office Vacancy
16.8%
Ave. Gross Rental
R65/m²
Capital Growth
15%
Development Pipeline
R11.5 Billion+
KZN's Industrial Frontier
Kingsburgh represents a vital industrial and retail node that bridges the gap between the saturated Durban metro and the expanding South Coast. The area is defined by its role as the logistics gateway for the Durban Automotive Supplier Park (DASP), which is set to revolutionise the local manufacturing landscape. Investors are increasingly prioritising Kingsburgh for its available "flat land," a rare commodity in the topographically challenging coastal regions of KwaZulu-Natal.
Kingsburgh's Nodes & Precincts
Kingsburgh's commercial activity is concentrated in several key precincts, each serving a specific market segment.
Kingsburgh Commercial-Industrial Park
This park provides nine fully serviced commercial-industrial plots ranging from 3,085 m² to 6,700 m² for light industrial use. Located 1km from the N2, it features 7,000kVA power and is a strategic satellite for the Durban Automotive Supplier Park.
Winklespruit Retail & Medical Hub
Winklespruit is the primary commercial centre, hosting the Winklespruit Mall and the Fountain Medical Centre. It serves as a one-stop destination for local families and visitors, offering essential services, medical suites, and professional offices.
Kingsburgh Junction Node
Located at the Seadoone Road interchange, this new 10,000m² A-grade retail precinct is anchored by Superspar and Woolworths. It targets high daily traffic volumes and fills a gap for premium convenience shopping in the local suburban market.
Lower Illovo / DASP Precinct
This 1,000-hectare node is the designated site for the R11.5 billion Durban Automotive Supplier Park (DASP). It is an industrial development zone aimed at centralising automotive production and assembly firms within 16km of the Toyota plant.
Warner Beach Commercial Strip
A high-visibility mixed-use corridor along the R102, Warner Beach is known for its strong foot traffic and boutique retail presence. It is a preferred location for restaurants, hospitality ventures, and small professional service administrative offices.
Astra Park Business Zone
Astra Park provides secure, high-visibility commercial units that face the R603 highway. This node is ideal for service-based businesses and administrative operations requiring affordable space with easy access to both coastal and inland routes.
Kingsburgh's Arterial Routes
Access to reliable transport corridors is the primary driver of commercial success in Kingsburgh.
N2 Freeway
The N2 is the primary national artery linking the Port of Durban with the South Coast and Eastern Cape. It is a vital freight corridor for the automotive industry and provides the main access point for the Kingsburgh Junction node.
R603 (Sbu Mkhize Drive)
Connecting the N2 at Kingsburgh to the N3 at Camperdown, the R603 is a critical inland bypass route. It is frequently used by logistics companies to avoid Durban CBD traffic when transporting goods between the South Coast and Gauteng.
R102 (Andrew Zondo Road)
The R102 serves as the regional backbone for local commuters and public transport. It connects the various Kingsburgh suburbs to Amanzimtoti and is the primary route for the high-visibility retail strips in Warner Beach and Winklespruit.
Seadoone Road / Umfuleni Road
These local arterial routes facilitate direct access from the N2 interchange to the residential and retail heart of Doonside. They are essential for the daily flow of consumers into the Kingsburgh Junction and other local commercial hubs.
Kingsburgh's Notable Developments
The development pipeline in Kingsburgh is anchored by massive public-private partnerships.
Durban Automotive Supplier Park (DASP)
Completion: Multi-stage through 2028
This R11.5 billion project is a partnership between eThekwini and Toyota to create a 1,000-hectare automotive manufacturing hub in Illovo. It aims to attract component manufacturers and assembly firms, creating 6,000 permanent jobs and boosting local production to 1.2 million vehicles.
Kingsburgh Commercial-Industrial Park
Completion: Ongoing
This private development offers nine fully serviced plots ranging from 3,085 m² to 6,700 m². Situated 1km from the N2/Illovo offramp, it borders the DASP site and features 7,000kVA power availability, providing essential "flat land" for automotive and logistics tenants.
Southern Aqueduct Project (Bulk Water)
Completion: 2026/2027
A R1.2 billion infrastructure project replacing 70-year-old bulk water pipelines with 24km of new 1,000mm to 1,600mm steel mains. It is critical for ensuring utility security for the industrial manufacturers and growing residential population in the Kingsburgh and Illovo regions.
Kingsburgh Junction Shopping Centre
Completion: June 2026
A R114.5 million retail development at the N2/Seadoone Road interchange. Spanning 10,000 m², it features 32 stores and national anchors including Superspar, Woolworths, and Dis-Chem. The project acts as a catalyst for urban renewal and provides premium convenience to 31,357 residents.