Industrial Area 8, Sharjah

Industrial Area 8 is a sub-community of Sharjah Industrial Area set on the Dubai – Sharjah border. The mixed-use district is home to auto parts stores, used cars and furniture shops and a school. It shares a border with Al Qusais Industrial Area 3 with easy connectivity through Sharjah Ring Road (S102).

• A sub-district of Sharjah Industrial Area
• Bounded by commercial areas of Dubai and Sharjah
• Direct access to Al Wahda Street

Industrial Area 8 Sharjah is a part of one of the top areas for renting warehouses in Sharjah that has easy access to key areas of the emirate. The neighbourhood has several amenities nearby such as supermarkets, mosques and healthcare facilities.

Properties in the community include warehouses available for rental and sale purposes. The average coverage area of these warehouses for rent in Industrial Area 8 Sharjah is 2,250 sq. ft. which can be used for storing a large number of goods.

Finding a parking spot in Industrial Area 8 Sharjah isn’t a hassle as each commercial or residential property comes with a dedicated facility.

Residents can easily commute to and from the community using Sharjah public transport. They can either take a bus from Al Khan Street Al Durrah International School bus station and Al Khan Street Industry 17 bus station or book taxis in Sharjah.

Since the neighbourhood is bounded by major streets and roads of the city, driving via private conveyance is also easy. Towards the south is Sharjah Ring Road (S102) and to the north is Al Khan Street (S108) connecting with Al Ittihad Street in a short drive.

There are plenty of supermarkets near Industrial Area 9 Sharjah from where residents can buy daily essentials. These include Al Madain Supermarket, Naif Supermarket and Mudhafat Al Madina Supermarket. It will take a less than 10-minute drive to reach these grocery stores. For monthly grocery hauls, residents can head to Lulu Hypermarket in Al Rayan Mall in a 7-minute drive. It is listed among the best supermarkets in Sharjah with a wide range of home accessories, electronics and daily usage items along with grocery items.

Muslims can offer their prayers in Al Azem Mosque, Al Ajr Mosque and Khalid Bin Al Waleed Mosque in an 8-minute drive. The notable Al Noor Mosque is also located in proximity to the community where residents can offer congregational prayers.

Christians living or working in the district can visit the best churches in Sharjah in less than a 12-minute drive. Some popular churches near Sharjah Industrial Area 8 include St. Martin’s Anglican Church and Grace Evangelical Church.

Al Durrah International School in Sharjah Industrial Area 8 follows the American curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 12 students. It is located on the edge of the community on the western side. Other schools near the community are Sharjah Ambassador School in a 14-minute drive and The Sheffield Private School in a 6-minute drive.

Those looking for higher education options can head to the educational district – University City Sharjah in a 17-minute drive. It is home to reputable universities in Sharjah including Al Qasimia University and Sharjah Institute of Science and Technology.

Zulekha Hospital Sharjah is the nearest healthcare facility for cardiology, general surgery, dermatology and ophthalmology. The hospital also has a laboratory, radiology services and specialised services for surgeries. It is one of the top hospitals in Sharjah located at a 7-minute drive from the community. Other clinics near Industrial Area 8 Sharjah are iCare Medical Centre and Al Deyafah Medical Centre.

Industrial Area 8 Sharjah is surrounded by commercial areas of Dubai and Sharjah. Towards the west lies Industrial Area 7 while Al Nahda Sharjah is on the south-western side. Al Majaz and Al Nahda Dubai are also located in close proximity. Other neighbouring areas include Industrial Area 10 and Industrial Area 3.

Safeer Mall Sharjah is the nearest shopping destination featuring 140 retail outlets of famous fashion brands, several dining options and entertainment facilities. Popular stores in the best malls in Sharjah are Daiso Japan, Giordano, Splash, Sharaf DG, Shoe Mart and much more. It will take a 6-minute drive to reach the shopping mall. Other malls near Industrial Area 8 Sharjah are Ansar Mall and Mega Mall Sharjah.

There are plenty of restaurants in Industrial Area 8 Sharjah offering a variety of cuisine. These include:

• Park Way Restaurant
• Lian Restaurant
• Shay Al
• Dawat Al Afghani

Other best restaurants in Sharjah also lie in proximity to the area. Such as  Al Fanar Restaurant & Café, Paul Bakery & Restaurant and Crisol.

Beaches near Industrial Area 8 Sharjah are located within a 12-minute drive as the coastline of the emirate lies close to the industrial district. Al Khan Beach is the nearest one offering plenty of water sports activities such as banana boat riding, parasailing and kite surfing.

Sharjah Cricket Stadium is a popular leisure spot near the commercial district that has hosted around 238 ODIs, T20s and test matches. The stadium has become an iconic field for South Asian fans since Jawed Miandad hit a winning shot in 1986 against India. It will take a 10-minute drive to reach the leisure spot.

Another must-visit spot nearby is Al Majaz Waterfront Park featuring a Splash pad, a mini-golf course, lush green landscapes and jogging and walking trails. The park also has ample parking spaces, dining options and other recreational facilities for children. Residents can reach the spot in an 11-minute drive.

Al Majaz Waterfront is the nearest leisure spot known for hosting musical concerts and different festivals all around the year.

Industrial Area 8 Sharjah has limited residential options with most of them already rented. Those looking for affordable apartments can head to neighbouring areas such as Al Nahda Sharjah.

• A 20-minute drive to Sharjah International Airport 
• It will take an 8-minute drive to Al Qasba and Al Majaz
• 7-minutes to Sahara Centre Sharjah