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Summary of Wroclaw's Economic and Office Market Trends Q4 2025

Core Content

Wroclaw is emerging as a significant economic and technological hub in Poland, demonstrating strong investment attractiveness, a dynamic office market, and a robust talent pool. The city is ranked highly in various international rankings, including being the No. 2 in Europe and No. 8 in the world in the "rising star among technology hubs" category. It also holds the top position in Poland in the "Polish Startups 2024" ranking, highlighting its role as the startup capital of Poland.

Office Market Overview

• Office Stock: Wroclaw ranks third in Poland in terms of total office stock, with 1.34 million sq m of modern office space, representing over 10% of the country's total office stock.
• Vacancy Rate: At the end of Q4 2025, the vacancy rate stood at 19.9%, one of the highest in Poland, despite a record take-up of nearly 180,000 sq m in 2025.
• Take-Up Structure:
  • Renegotiations: Accounted for 57% of total take-up.
  • New Leases: Represented 33% of the volume.
  • Expansions: Comprised 10% of the volume.
  • Owner-Occupier: Only 1,500 sq m of office space was owner-occupied in 2025.
• Supply Trends:
  • No new office buildings were delivered to the market in 2025.
  • Two projects are under construction: Swobodna Spot I (16,000 sq m) and The Park Wroclaw 2 (10,000 sq m), both expected to be completed in early 2026.
• Rents:
  • Asking rents remained stable, typically ranging from EUR 11.00 to 16.00 / sq m / month.
  • Prime office spaces in new developments may exceed this range.
  • Service charges range from PLN 16.00 to 31.00 / sq m / month.

Investment Attractiveness

• Rankings:
  • 1st in fDi's Mid-Sized European Cities of the Future 2025 - Overall.
  • 1st in fDi's Mid-Sized European Cities of the Future 2025 - Business Friendliness.
  • 1st in Poland in the "rising star among technology hubs" category.
  • 1st in the "Polish Startups 2024" ranking.
• Investment Incentives:
  • "One stop shop" support from the Wroclaw Agglomeration Development Agency.
  • Tax exemptions for investments in photovoltaic installations, heat pumps, and other sustainable technologies.
  • Access to Lower Silesian Special Economic Zones.
  • Accelerator programmes: Concordia Design Accelerator, Accel Boost, Startup Booster for Social Impact.

Research and Development Potential

• R&D Companies: The agglomeration has nearly 3/4 of all R&D entities in the region, with over 100 specialized R&D and IT centers.
• Diversification: R&D activities span MedTech, AI, Machine Learning, and DeepTech, aligning with RIS3 strategies in advanced chemistry, biotechnology, and Industry 4.0.
• Startups: Wroclaw is home to 283 unique startups, with over 250 dynamic entities focusing on patent-protected technologies.
• Universities:
  • 30 universities contribute to the innovation ecosystem.
  • The Wroclaw University of Science and Technology alone educates over 21,000 students in STEM fields.
• Human Capital:
  • 57% of local startup founders have previous entrepreneurial experience.
  • The agglomeration is rated highest in Europe for educational potential and lifestyle.

Economic and Social Indicators

• Population: 893,500 (city) and 1.2 million (agglomeration).
• GDP Growth: 8.5% in 2025.
• GDP per Capita: PLN 104,360.
• Average Salary: PLN 9,523.69 (gross) in the business sector.
• Migration Balance: +1.4 (Q2 2024).
• Unemployment Rate: 2.3% (November 2025).

Infrastructure and Sustainability

• Green Areas: Approximately 41% of the total city area.
• Bike Paths: 1,400 km.
• Wroclaw is listed among the 100 Climate Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030 in the EU mission.

Education and Workforce

• Students: Over 106,000 in the city.
• Graduates: 24,850 annually.
• Unique Startups: 283.
• Active Technology Communities: +30.

Labour Market Trends

• Energy Sector:
  • Salary growth is stabilising, but demand for highly qualified professionals in renewables, energy storage, and offshore projects remains strong.
  • Engineers are in high demand, with salaries in Warsaw ranging from PLN 14,000-15,000 (gross) to PLN 19,000-21,000 for senior roles.
  • Grid Managers earn over PLN 20,000, with top-tier compensation reaching PLN 35,000.
  • Offshore Project Roles command higher rates, averaging PLN 31,000.
• Skills Gap:
  • Education system is lagging behind the energy transition, particularly in offshore and renewables.
  • Technical universities are only beginning to adapt their curricula to modern energy needs.

Key Challenges and Opportunities

• Candidate-Driven Market:
  • High demand for specialised technical and project experience.
  • Recruitment for offshore wind experts is particularly challenging due to limited experience.
• Soft Skills and Benefits:
  • Employers are increasingly using benefits and flexible work models to attract talent.
• EU Climate Regulations:
  • Accelerating the energy transition and creating new investment opportunities and jobs.

Contacts

• Knight Frank Poland:

  • Dorota Lachowska - Research
  • Małgorzata Krzystek - Valuation & Advisory
  • Charles Taylor - CEO
  • T-REP Piotr Kalisz - Commercial Agency - Warsaw
  • Marta Sobieszczak - Strategic Consulting EMEA
  • Krzysztof Cipiur - Capital Markets
  • Przemysław Pietak - Industrial Agency

• Wroclaw Agglomeration Development Agency:

  • Email: office@invest-in-wroclaw.pl
  • Website: www.invest-in-wroclaw.pl

• Michael Page:

  • Antoni Komsta - Principal Consultant, Engineering
  • Email: antonikomsta@michaelpage.pl
  • Phone: +48667995399
  • Website: www.michaelpage.pl

Conclusion

Wroclaw is experiencing a strong economic and technological transformation, supported by a highly skilled workforce, diverse R&D activities, and attractive investment incentives. Despite challenges such as a high vacancy rate and skills gap, the city remains a key player in the Polish and European innovation landscape, with robust demand in the energy sector and a dynamic startup ecosystem.