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Industrial Area Compounds vs Royal Commission Area

Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.

The centers of Industrial Area Compounds and Royal Commission Area are about 4.9 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Industrial Area CompoundsRoyal Commission Area
1 bedroomSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month

Royal Commission Area is SAR 7,000 a year more (25%).

2 bedroomsSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month

Royal Commission Area is SAR 8,000 a year more (20%).

3 bedroomsSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a monthSAR 68,000.00about SAR 5,667 a month

Royal Commission Area is SAR 13,000 a year more (24%).

Known for

Both: Secure, Expat friendly

Only Industrial Area Compounds: Compounds, Industrial, Convenient

Only Royal Commission Area: Modern, Premium, Family friendly

Industrial Area Compounds

Company compounds near industrial facilities

Pros and cons

  • Very short commute to work
  • Often company-provided housing
  • Excellent security
  • All amenities on-site
  • Strong community feel
  • Lower utility costs
  • Limited privacy
  • Compound regulations
  • Distance from city amenities
  • Industrial surroundings

What residents say

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Royal Commission Area

Premium planned community with world-class facilities

Pros and cons

  • World-class infrastructure
  • Excellent security and safety
  • Top international schools
  • Modern healthcare facilities
  • Well-maintained parks and recreation
  • Strong expat community
  • Restricted to RC company employees
  • Higher cost of living
  • Limited nightlife options
  • Isolated from old Jubail

What residents say

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