Sant Quirze del Vallès is not a municipality where industry has grown by chance. Its location in the central arc of the Vallès Occidental region, between Sabadell, Terrassa, and Sant Cugat, has made it a strategic hub for companies seeking to be in the Barcelona metropolitan area without paying the high prices of the more established industrial zones. With 20,175 inhabitants and an area of only 14.07 km², it boasts an economic density far exceeding its population size.
Why is Sant Quirze del Vallès a leading industrial area in the Vallès region?
Its territorial socioeconomic index stands at 120.8 on a scale where Catalonia = 100 and Vallès Occidental = 103. In other words, Sant Quirze del Vallès is, proportionally, one of the municipalities in the region with the highest wealth generated per capita.
Source: Idescat. The municipality in figures: Sant Quirze del Vallès. Accessed: May 2026.
The great advantage of the industrial parks in Sant Quirze del Vallès: transport links
Sant Quirze’s geographical location is a difficult asset to replicate. The C-58 motorway (Barcelona-Terrassa) crosses the municipality with two direct exits, providing quick access to both Barcelona and Terrassa and, via the intersection with the AP-7 in Barberà del Vallès, to the entire Mediterranean Corridor. The BP-1503 (Rubí road) runs through the municipality from one end to the other as a north-south axis, connecting the industrial parks with each other and with neighboring municipalities.
From a rail perspective, Sant Quirze has its own station on the S2 line of the Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya (FGC), which connects directly to Sabadell, Sant Cugat, Gràcia, and the center of Barcelona. The station has parking, a shuttle bus service, and access for people with reduced mobility. The public transport options are complemented by the L12 line of the TUS (Sabadell’s urban bus, with its terminus at Sant Quirze Parc) and the B9 line of Moventis Sarbus (Terrassa–Sant Quirze–Can Barata intercity bus).
The industrial parks of Sant Quirze del Vallès: an opportunity for industrial and logistics activity
The industrial land of Sant Quirze del Vallès is organized into five business parks (PAE) totaling 151.5 hectares. All of them have industrial, commercial, and mixed-use zoning, offering flexibility for a wide variety of uses.
| Industrial Park | Size | Typology | Access | Transport | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can Canals – South East | 48,2 ha | Industrial, tertiary and mixed | C-58, BP-1503 | FGC S2 (~1,2 km) · Sarbus B9 | Diversified industry, logistics, technical services |
| Can Casablancas | 37,7 ha | Industrial, tertiary and mixed | C-58, BP-1503 | FGC S2 (~1,0 km) · TUS L12 · Sarbus B9 | Diversified industry, services |
| Can Torres – Can Llobet | 32,8 ha | Industrial, tertiary and mixed | C-58, BP-1503 | FGC S2 (~1,0 km) · TUS L12 · Sarbus B9 | Manufacturing, workshops, industrial services |
| Can Feu | 23,8 ha | Industrial, tertiary and mixed | C-58, BP-1503 | FGC S2 (~1,0 km) · TUS L12 · Sarbus B9 | Diversified industry, distribution |
| Can Corbera | 9,0 ha | Industrial, tertiary and mixed | BP-1503, C-1413a | Sarbus B9 | Small industry, workshops, commerce and services |
| Sources: Chamber of Commerce of Vallés Occidental; Sabadell City Council, (Economic Promotion Service). Accessed: April 2026. | |||||
Which industrial park is best suited to my company?
Sant Quirze isn’t a major logistics hub: large-format plots (over 5,000 m²) with independent maneuvering yards and direct access for articulated trucks are found in larger industrial parks in Barberà, Sabadell Sud, or Can Salvatella. However, for companies between 300 and 2,500 m² that want to be well-connected, have skilled workers nearby, and be in an area with good value for money, Sant Quirze is often the best option in the northern part of the Vallès region.
Up to 500 m²: Technical workshops, small-scale manufacturing, industrial services, and technical offices. Can Corbera offers units in this segment in a quieter setting with access to the BP-1503 highway. For those prioritizing rail connectivity, Can Torres and Can Casablancas are less than 1 km from the FGC train station.
From 500 to 2,000 m²: The most active segment of the local market. Precision manufacturing companies, industrial suppliers, specialized mechanical workshops, and last-mile delivery services. Can Canals – Southwest and Can Casablancas concentrate most of this supply, with direct access to the C-58 highway.
Over 2,000 m²: Supply is limited. For regional logistics operators or large industrial workshops, Sabadell or Barberà del Vallès offer larger spaces and accessibility for heavy goods vehicles.
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Industrial warehouse rental and sales prices in Sant Quirze del Vallès
The warehouse market in Sant Quirze del Vallès has benefited from sustained demand driven by companies seeking an alternative to the rising prices in Sant Cugat del Vallès and Cerdanyola del Vallès, offering comparable accessibility and significantly lower costs.
The available stock of medium-sized warehouses has decreased in recent years, with high turnover and little consolidated supply for direct sale. According to Masachs’ market knowledge, current indicative prices fall within the following approximate ranges:
Rental
- Small warehouses (<500 m²): €5–7.5/m²/month
- Medium-sized warehouses (500–2,000 m²): €4–6/m²/month
- Large warehouses (>2,000 m²): limited supply; Check availability
Sales
- Standard warehouse in good condition: €750–€1,100/m²
- New or recently built warehouse: from €1,200/m²
- Older warehouse: from €600/m²
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Why might Sant Quirze be a better option than other municipalities?
A highly skilled job market
49.6% of the population of Sant Quirze del Vallès aged 25 to 64 has a higher education (2023). This proportion is double the regional average (35.8%) and significantly higher than the Catalan average (35.6%). For a company that needs technicians, engineers, or personnel with specialized training, setting up in Sant Quirze means accessing a pool of local talent that very few industrial parks in the Vallès region can match.
A high-income and diversified economy
The average income taxable base per taxpayer of €39,513 (35% higher than the regional average) indicates that Sant Quirze is a municipality with significant purchasing power. The GDP per capita of €47,353 is 27% above the Catalan average and 30% above the regional average. With 9,529 people employed, the local labor market is active and balanced between industry (2,525 employed) and services (8,165 employed).
Real and consolidated connectivity
The C-58 is the municipality’s main highway, with two exits providing direct access to the local road network. The connection to Barcelona via the FGC S2 line is direct and frequent from Sant Quirze station, with parking and shuttle bus services. This combination—highway and railway with its own station—is uncommon in municipalities with fewer than 25,000 inhabitants.
Competitive prices compared to neighboring benchmark municipalities
Sant Cugat del Vallès and Cerdanyola del Vallès offer similar access but with significantly higher rental and purchase prices. For companies that need to be located in the northern part of the metropolitan area but don’t want to pay the premium costs of prime locations, Sant Quirze del Vallès offers unbeatable value for money.
Size that facilitates management
Sant Quirze is a municipality of just over 20,000 inhabitants, with an accessible local administration and generally faster licensing procedures than in larger municipalities. The existence of an Association of business owners and proprietors of the Sant Quirze del Vallès industrial parks, integrated into the SOM Polígonos network and with an agreement with the City Council, is an indicator of the maturity of the local business sector and facilitates the day-to-day management of the industrial parks.
Data sources and references (accessed: May 2026)
- Idescat. The municipality in figures: Sant Quirze del Vallès (code 082384).
- Idescat. Municipal Register of Inhabitants (January 1, 2025).
- Vallès Occidental Chamber of Commerce: Industrial Park Portal.
- SOM Polígons: Association of Business Owners and Managers of the Industrial Parks of Sant Quirze del Vallès.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent an industrial unit in Sant Quirze del Vallès?
According to Masachs data, the rental price ranges from €4 to €7.50/m²/month, depending on the size, industrial park, and condition of the unit.
What industrial parks are there in Sant Quirze del Vallès?
Sant Quirze has five industrial parks: Can Canals – Southwest (48.2 ha), Can Casablancas (37.7 ha), Can Torres – Can Llobet (32.8 ha), Can Feu (23.8 ha), and Can Corbera (9.0 ha), which together comprise 151.5 hectares of industrial land.
Are the industrial parks in Sant Quirze served by public transport?
Yes. The municipality has its own station on the FGC S2 line, less than 1.2 km from the main industrial parks. In addition, it is served by the TUS L12 bus line (Sabadell) and the Moventis Sarbus B9 line (Terrassa-Sant Quirze).
Is Sant Quirze a better option than Sant Cugat or Cerdanyola for an industrial building?
It depends on the company’s profile. Sant Quirze offers lower rental and purchase prices than Sant Cugat and Cerdanyola, with direct access to the C-58 highway and the FGC S2 line. For companies that don’t need to be extremely close to Barcelona but do need skilled talent and good transport links, Sant Quirze is often the best value for money in the northern part of the Vallès region.
What is the business profile of Sant Quirze del Vallès?
The municipality combines precision manufacturing companies, advanced technical services, and regional distribution networks. 49.6% of its working population has higher education, which sets it apart from a strictly industrial municipality and positions it as an optimal environment for knowledge-intensive activities.
