Bloed Street Mall

Bloed Street Mall is a vibrant retail hub at the heart of Pretoria’s central business district, serving as a daily destination for thousands of commuters, residents, and office workers. With a diverse tenant mix of 73 stores, the mall delivers a balance of essential services and accessible fashion. Anchor tenants include the likes of SuperSpar, Mr Price, and national fashion chains like Sportscene, Markham, and Tekkie Town. 

Strategically positioned next to the busy Bloed Street Taxi Rank – one of Pretoria’s major commuter hubs – the mall benefits from ±1.2 million commuters passing through monthly. This makes Bloed Street Mall not just a shopping centre but an integral part of daily life for communities travelling from Mamelodi, Soshanguve, Mabopane, Hammanskraal, and Atteridgeville. Surrounded by government departments, banks, and cultural landmarks, the mall is embedded in a lively, high-footfall environment.

For pop-up retailers, the opportunity lies in tapping into a high-density, urban customer base that values convenience, affordability, and style. With its steady commuter flows, central location, and mix of national and local retailers, Bloed Street Mall offers fertile ground for concepts that can connect quickly with Pretoria’s diverse and dynamic shopper community.

The Crowd

  • Predominantly working-class and commuter-based shoppers from Pretoria CBD and surrounding townships
  • Streetwear and footwear enthusiasts looking for affordable, trend-led fashion
  • Families and residents from nearby areas such as Capital Park, Arcadia, and Prinshof
  • Government employees from surrounding offices seeking convenience shopping
  • Taxi commuters forming a captive, repeat audience with high frequency

Facts & Figures

  • Total GLA: 27,178 m²
  • 73 stores, including anchors SuperSpar, Mr Price, Sportscene, Totalsports, Markham, Spitz, Tekkie Town
  • ±1,223,700 commuters per month from Bloed Street Taxi Rank (±300 taxis)
  • Household catchment (within 5 km): 92,747 households / 264,557 people
  • Trading hours: Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun & Public Holidays 8 am–3 pm (food court open late)

Home Truths

  • Bloed Street Mall is heavily commuter-driven, making it ideal for pop-ups offering fast-moving goods, affordable fashion and footwear, mobile accessories or other daily conveniences, and accessible spoils or impulse purchases. 
  • Foot traffic is high volume but value-conscious; successful concepts align with affordability, accessibility, and trend relevance.
  • Competition in categories like footwear, streetwear, and mobile accessories is strong, so differentiation through exclusivity, limited drops, or local flair will help pop-up brands stand out.

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