Roodepoort at a glance
Roodepoort is one of South Africa's most famous historic suburbs, its prize possession being the Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens - named after the great anti-Apartheid stalwart who served as Secretary-General and Deputy President of the ANC organization. The picture-perfect, luscious green gardens make for a beautiful backdrop in the area.
Scattered around its charming neighbourhoods, there has been an increase of new apartment blocks and complexes in the area. Due to its rising popularity in the property market, investors are jumping on the opportunity to purchase.
Surrounding Transport
You can travel around Roodepoort via taxi, bus or car. With the suburb being within the Gauteng area, residents can make use of Uber and Lyft services should they prefer a more private commute to their destination.
The OR Tambo International airport is a mere 58 minutes away via the N1, for those who often catch flights for business or leisure.
Schools and Education
Thought of as an academic hub, Roodepoort is home to Monash University and is very close to the University of Witwatersrand. Furthermore, some of South Africa's top primary and secondary schools are also located in Gauteng and its surrounding areas, including:
- Constantia Kloof Primary School
- Boston City Campus - Roodepoort
Activities and Hotspots
Roodepoort has a variety of shopping malls and restaurants to visit over the weekend.
The suburb is remarkably diverse, suiting the lifestyles of a vast range of people. Spend your Saturday afternoon with family and friends enjoying a meal or going shopping in Clearwater Mall. For the outdoor enthusiasts, go chasing waterfalls on a hike through the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens.
Area Trends and Statistics
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