Significant development opportunity hits the market in Berry Park

Berry Park, NSW, April 2025 – Commercial Collective has brought to market 338 McFarlane's Road, Berry Park, a 69-hectare landholding offering a range of potential development opportunities. Situated within close proximity to Maitland, the property is zoned C2 and RU1, providing flexibility for residential, aged care, or mixed-use projects (STCA). Expressions of Interest close on 10 April 2025 at 4pm.

The site is connected to key infrastructure, with direct access to the New England Highway, providing easy travel to Newcastle CBD (30 minutes), Maitland (20 minutes), and Raymond Terrace (15 minutes). The property is also in proximity to retail centres, schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational spaces, further supporting its potential as a development site.

Maitland has experienced notable population growth in recent years, with a 22,087-person increase between 2013 and 2023, bringing the total population to 95,957*. This population growth is accompanied by increasing demand for housing and community infrastructure. The region is also seeing a rise in the aging population, with the 65+ age group projected to increase by 14,800 people from 2021 to 2041. These trends highlight the growing need for development projects such as aged care facilities and residential housing.

"The location offers easy access to major infrastructure and is positioned within a region experiencing significant population growth," said Matt Kearney, Capital Transactions National Director at Commercial Collective. "This property offers potential for a range of development opportunities, from residential housing to aged care, catering to the evolving needs of the community."

Jacob Siever, Commercial Executive at Commercial Collective, added, "The site's proximity to major urban hubs like Maitland and Newcastle positions it as a valuable asset for developers looking to respond to both the growing residential demand and the increasing need for age-appropriate facilities in the region."

With development covenants in place, the property offers certainty for potential buyers, ensuring compliance with modern quality standards for urban growth. Its accessibility and zoning make it a suitable site for developers seeking to meet the increasing demand for housing and community services in the region.

For more information or to submit an Expression of Interest, please contact Matt Kearney, Jacob Siever, or Adam Leacy at Commercial Collective.