Why Bendigo
Invest in Bendigo's Growth
A growing population. A diverse economy. A major regional industrial hub.
Greater Bendigo is one of Victoria's leading regional centres, combining strong population growth, a diverse economic base and continued investment in employment, infrastructure and industrial development.
Whether purchasing as an investment or securing premises for your own business, Bendigo provides an opportunity to own industrial property within one of regional Victoria's most important economic centres.
Bendigo in numbers
The regional economy, measured.
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Population and dwelling forecasts: City of Greater Bendigo. Industrial employment forecasts: City of Greater Bendigo Industrial Land Development Strategy. Distance is approximate.
A growing regional city
A City Positioned for Long-Term Growth
Greater Bendigo's population is forecast to grow from approximately 125,800 residents in 2024 to more than 172,000 by 2046.
This growth is expected to be accompanied by more than 24,000 additional dwellings, supporting continued expansion across construction, trades, services, logistics, storage and the broader business economy.
For industrial property owners and businesses, this provides a strong long-term economic backdrop within one of Victoria's largest regional centres.
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Northern Victoria's industrial hub
A Major Employment & Industrial Hub
Bendigo plays an important role as an employment, commercial and industrial centre for northern Victoria, servicing a much broader regional catchment beyond the city itself.
The City of Greater Bendigo's industrial strategy anticipates approximately 12,000 industrial-related jobs by 2036, highlighting the continued importance of industrial activity to Bendigo's economy.
Established & emerging industries
- Advanced manufacturing
- Defence
- Construction & trades
- Mining & mining services
- Agribusiness
- Food production & processing
- Transport & logistics
- Healthcare
- Education
- Financial services
- Renewable energy
- Professional services
Investment in industrial growth
Planning for the Next Generation of Industry
Continued planning for industrial and employment growth demonstrates the long-term importance of Bendigo as a regional business centre.
The planned Bendigo Regional Employment Precinct comprises approximately 294 hectares and is intended to support future industries including manufacturing, transport, mining supply and food processing.
Government and Council planning for future employment and industrial land provides further evidence of Bendigo's evolving role as a major regional economic centre.
Employment Precinct
Connected to Melbourne & regional Victoria
Regional Location. Metropolitan Connectivity.
Located approximately 153 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, Bendigo provides businesses with access to regional Victoria while remaining connected to metropolitan Melbourne.
Major road and freight connections, including the Calder Highway corridor, support access to Melbourne and surrounding regional markets.
For businesses that do not need to operate from metropolitan industrial areas, Bendigo provides an attractive alternative for establishing a long-term commercial base.
For investors
For Investors
Industrial property within a growing regional economy.
Greater Bendigo's forecast population growth, expanding housing base, diverse economy and continued industrial development create a compelling backdrop for long-term industrial property ownership.
These warehouses provide investors with the opportunity to acquire modern industrial property suitable for a broad range of potential business occupiers.
Growing Population
Diverse Business Economy
Broad Potential Tenant Market
Modern Industrial Property
Secure Your Own Premises
Modern Warehouse Facilities
Flexible Business Uses
Positioned for Future Growth
For owner-occupiers
For Owner-Occupiers
Own the property your business operates from.
Establish your business in one of regional Victoria's key commercial and industrial centres.
Owning your premises provides businesses with greater control over their operating environment while creating the opportunity to hold a commercial property asset alongside the business.
Suitable potential uses may include trades, storage, distribution, e-commerce, professional services, light industry and other permitted commercial or industrial uses.
Position Your Business. Invest in Bendigo's Future.
Explore available warehouse opportunities within a modern industrial development positioned in one of Victoria's most important regional centres.