Craighall Park Area Profile

Craighall Park at a glance

CRAIGHALL PARK JOHANNESBURG PROPERTY AND AREA INFORMATION

Craighall Park is an older suburb of northern Johannesburg, with plots established as far back as 1919. Today, it is one of the more upmarket suburbs with a marvellous family ambience. It is situated to the west of Sandton and shares borders with Blairgowrie and Parkhurst.There is a practical and eclectic mix of Houses, Clusters, Townhouses, Commercial Properties, Shops, and restaurants.

ACCESS AND TRANSPORT

Conveniently situated to the business centres of Sandton, Randburg, Rosebank, and Johannesburg CBD is a welcome advantage. Jan Smuts Ave is the Eastern border with East access to William Nicol Drive. It is on the Gautrain and Metro Bus Routes and is also close to Rosebank Gautrain Station.

SCHOOLS IN CRAIGHALL PARK

Schools within the suburb include Craighall Primary, St Teresa's School, Craiglands Remedial School, Rutlands Playschool & Pre Primary School & Flemings Pre Primary. Many excellent Schools, both primary & Senior, are also easily accessible in neighbouring suburbs. Both Wits & UJ Campus are within a 20-minute drive.

SHOPPING IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

Craighall Park has a Spar Supermarket which, together with the Impala Fruit, Veg & Flower Market across the road, offers considerable choice. Up on Jan Smuts Ave are many other options. Builders Warehouse, Liquor City, Pick & Pay, Woolworths Food, Clicks, McDonalds & The Colony Shopping Centre are but a few.

The more comprehensive Shopping Malls of Hyde Park, Rosebank & Sandton City are within easy reach.

Nissan, Toyota, Alfa Romeo & Volkswagen all have Dealerships & Service Centres on Jan Smuts.

MEDICAL

Medical requirements can all be met at one of the many Clinics within a 5km radius of Craighall Park.

FOR OUR FURRY FRIENDS

Craighall Animal Hospital is a popular Veterinary Clinic that has served the area for decades. It is also a popular dog-walking spot in Delta Park. See the listing below for more details.

RECREATION IN CRAIGHALL PARK - WHAT TO DO ON THE WEEKEND

Craighall Park has the drawcard of a beautiful Green Northern Border - Delta Park. This large Park is home to over 100 acres of woodland and grassland. It has prolific bird life, Bird watching hides and some marvellous walking trails. Further along this Northern Border one can find Colourful Splendour Nursery, REEA Foundation & Delta Café. Cyclists, Joggers & families walking with their dogs are seen on weekends making the most of this beautiful suburb.

WHERE TO EAT - POPULAR RESTAURANTS

Buckingham Ave in Craighall Park is where the renowned eatery Corner Café can be found. Always bustling it offers delicious food and a welcoming relaxed ambience. Breakfasts are particularly popular over the weekends. Craighall Park has many more restaurants, whatever your preference -Italian, Chinese, Indian or local, you can find it there.

WHERE TO LIVE & LIFESTYLE

Being an older suburb, house styles vary. There are still a few elegant Heritage Homes, some older-style houses, and others that are more contemporary. There have also been a number of tasteful renovations.

Most properties have swimming pools and landscaped gardens. Some properties have the bonus of subdivision rights. House prices generally start at R 3 million, with erf size between 1000sqm and 2000. Some houses can achieve prices of up to R8 million, depending on size and finishes. There are also many townhouse complexes and apartments that have been developed recently.

There is the added benefit of an active Residents Association that continually strives to ensure that the residents have a secure & peaceful environment

Craighall Park provides appreciable value for money for those looking to purchase property here. It is a sought-after suburb attracting family buyers who enjoy its proximity to amenities and contrasting offers of a relaxed and quality lifestyle.