The Land Pioneers Podcast
Discovering the Giants of Land Estate: The Land Pioneers Podcast is a beacon for those intrigued by the vast and complex world of land development. This platform isn’t just another podcast; it’s a journey into the heart of the land estate industry, driven by a mission to reveal the mechanisms behind successful companies in this sector.
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The Land Pioneers Podcast
Jacob Vince – Economics Driving Land & Infrastructure Development
The Land Pioneers Podcast‘s 17th episode is now available. Jacob Vince, Associate Director at Atlas Economics, is one of Australia’s top experts on land economics and development strategy.
Starting his journey with NSW Health’s property teams, Jacob transitioned into private consulting, sharpening his feasibility studies, land use strategy, and economic impact analysis skills.
Jacob has led some of the nation’s most ambitious real estate and planning projects, contributing extensive knowledge and a unique talent for simplifying and making sense of complex economic concepts.
This discussion is jam-packed with knowledge, clarity, and practical insights for anyone interested in the factors influencing land development, not just the procedure but also its goal.
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Full Episode
In this episode, Jacob Vince shares candid reflections on his unexpected path into land economics, including the pivotal moments that drew him into the sector and the personal passions that keep him engaged, especially around housing affordability and equity. Known for his rare ability to translate dense economic data into actionable, real-world insights, Jacob offers listeners a masterclass on topics like what land economics really means for developers.
His career is a blueprint for how technical expertise and clear communication can reshape an industry. Jacob transitioned to private consulting, where he honed his skills in feasibility studies, land use strategy, and economic impact analysis.
Today, as an Associate Director at Atlas Economics, he leads teams that advise developers, governments, and community housing providers on how to unlock value and navigate Australia’s complex planning landscape.
We discuss topics like:
- What land economics means for developers.
- How demographic shifts (including immigration and aging populations) are changing housing demand.
- Why are medium-density products gaining traction in growth areas?
- How government-led land releases differ from private-led models.
- And why the alignment of infrastructure and planning is the linchpin for unlocking new supply.
Jacob also provides insider views on affordable housing delivery, the role of community housing partnerships, and how smart urban planning can create resilient, diverse communities.
Key Insights from the Podcast
The Journey Into Land Economics
Jacob’s path from government property teams to national consulting highlights the value of adaptability and curiosity. What started as a career in property valuation evolved into a passion for economic strategy and housing outcomes.
Making the Case for Development
From feasibility analysis to highest-and-best-use studies, Jacob explains why robust economic arguments are crucial — not only for project viability but for convincing local and state governments to support rezoning or planning changes.
Decoding Demand Trends
With Australia’s changing demographics — smaller household sizes, rising migration, and aging populations — developers must rethink lot sizes, housing types, and community amenities, especially in growth corridors.
Greenfield vs. Urban Renewal
Jacob unpacks the differences between inner-urban redevelopment and outer growth area projects, and how factors like lot size, housing typology, and car parking need to be tailored to different
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