Makkah Colony
Details
Makkah Colony is a planned mixed-use neighbourhood located in Gulberg 3, Lahore, spanning approximately 606 kanal. It features over 100 operational commercial buildings and provides a full range of basic facilities including health, transport, and education services. The community enjoys excellent connectivity via major roads like Ferozepur Road and Jinnah Flyover, linking it to nearby areas such as Cavalry Ground and Falcon Complex. Its key advantages include secured infrastructure, ample amenities, and a ready-to-move-in environment.
- Developer: Not publicly listed; likely established by multiple smaller builders or through a collective ownership model.
- Ideal For: Ideal for families, investors, and professionals due to its ready-to-move-in environment, rental income potential from commercial activity, and excellent road connectivity.
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Latest Updates
New Businesses Open in Makkah Colony, Reflecting Local Commercial Activity
Commercial activity in Makkah Colony, Gulberg III remains active with the establishment of new retail and food outlets. A new branch of 4S Pizza has opened on Main Bazar, offering pizza, burgers, and wraps, while the long-standing Talha Dawood Photocopier & Stationers on Street 4-D continues to promote a wide variety of stationery, photo frames, and other goods. These establishments highlight ongoing local commerce and services in the area.
Municipal Anti-Encroachment Drive and Ongoing Commercial Vibrancy
Local authorities conducted an anti-encroachment operation in the Ichra Bazaar and Karim Block Market area near Makkah Colony to clear illegal stalls and restore public space. Concurrently, the area's commercial pulse is evidenced by daily livestock price listings from the Makkah Colony Bazar being broadcast online and the operations of various local shops.
Infrastructure Strain and Flooding During Monsoon Rains
The area's inadequate drainage infrastructure was severely tested during heavy monsoon rains. In August 2025, significant flooding occurred on Makkah Road, with reports of sinkholes emerging in the colony and across Lahore, highlighting chronic issues of poor urban planning and aging utility lines beneath roads.