Our Neighborhood: Industrial

Industry is a Contributor to the Strengths of Havenwoods

In the heart of Havenwoods lies a vibrant industrial corridor that includes more than 150 businesses and stretches over 4 square miles. The uses range from light industrial, heavy manufacturing, biotechnology and warehouse/distribution. The size and scale of the companies within Havenwoods vary from locally owned, family businesses to large international corporations such as Brady Corporation.

Benefits of Locating your Business in Havenwoods

Access to Workforce
The Milwaukee Metropolitan area and particularly Havenwoods are noted for having a skilled and plentiful workforce that companies can draw from. The current unemployment /underemployment rate is 6% in the Havenwoods neighborhood (53218 zipcode). (Source: Census 2000)

Havenwoods Business Improvement District
The Havenwoods business owners have made a 15-year commitment to re-investing in Havenwoods. This commitment will help to maintain property values, protect investments and maintain the economic stability of the neighborhood.

Access to State Highway System
Havenwoods has easy access to Interstate 43 and Highway 45. There are also two major thoroughfares on N. 76 th St. and W. Silver Spring Drive .

Mass Transit
The employers of Havenwoods benefit from the convenience of the city’s mass transit system. The Havenwoods neighborhood currently has 5 bus lines enabling an easy commute for employees living throughout the city.

Access to Railway System
The Wisconsin Central Railroad runs through the heart of our industrial corridor, making shipping and distribution time and cost efficient for our manufacturers.