Ben Robinson PhD

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Land economics, property feasibility and market analysis.

Engagements range from a quick feasibility check to a full economic study. Each one is independent, evidence-led and written to be understood.

01

Land economics

Understanding what drives land value — zoning, infrastructure, supply and policy — and what that means for a site, a precinct or a strategy.

Questions it answers

  • “How will rezoning or new infrastructure affect land values here?”
  • “What is a fair basis for value capture or developer contributions?”
  • “Where is the best-value land in a growth corridor?”

Typical deliverables

  • Land value and uplift analysis
  • Policy and planning impact assessment
  • Value capture and contributions advice
02

Property feasibility

Rigorous, independent testing of whether a development stacks up — before capital is committed and while design can still change.

Questions it answers

  • “What can I afford to pay for this site?”
  • “Which product mix delivers the best risk-adjusted return?”
  • “How sensitive is the project to cost, price and timing?”

Typical deliverables

  • Residual land valuations
  • Development feasibility and sensitivity testing
  • Highest and best use studies
03

Market analysis

Catchment-level evidence on demand, supply, prices and how fast property sells — so projects are designed for the market they will actually sell into.

Questions it answers

  • “Is there enough depth of demand for this project?”
  • “What will buyers or tenants pay, and how fast will it sell?”
  • “Where is the local market in its cycle?”

Typical deliverables

  • Residential, commercial and industrial market studies
  • Demand, supply and sales-rate forecasts
  • Pricing and product recommendations
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How it works

A simple, transparent process

  1. 1

    Scope

    A short conversation to understand the decision you need to make and the evidence it needs.

  2. 2

    Analyse

    Market data, economic modelling and site-specific testing — with assumptions made explicit.

  3. 3

    Advise

    A clear report and briefing: what the numbers say, what they mean, and the options from here.

Who this research serves

Developers & buildersInvestors & fundsLandownersLocal & state governmentPlanning & legal firmsLenders & valuers
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